Be at the heart of actionFly remote-controlled drones into enemy territory to gather vital information.

Apply Now

Cyber Security Engineer

Forward Role
Liverpool
1 year ago
Applications closed

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Cyber Security Engineer

Cyber Security Engineer

CYBER SECURITY ENGINEER

Cyber Security Engineer

Information Security Analyst

Application Security Engineer

Cyber Security Engineer

Liverpool – Hybrid

Up to £62,000

Forward Role is working alongside one of the largest private pension schemes in the UK, serving over 500,000 members from the higher education sector. The scheme includes both defined benefit and defined contribution components, offering security and flexibility for members. They are now on the hunt for a Cyber Security Engineer to join the team.

As a Cyber Security Engineer, you will ensure the secure implementation and maintenance of all systems. You should have a deep understanding of the Cyber Security threat landscape, SIEM tools, firewalls, and boundary controls. The idea candidate possesses comprehensive knowledge of threat analysis, cyber threat intelligence, and forensic analysis, enabling you to tackle complex security threats with confidence.

Key Responsibilities

Support, maintain, develop, and govern security platforms, including SIEM, NAC, firewalls, 2FA, endpoint, email, and web security. Conduct network, endpoint, and log analysis to identify and remediate security incidents. Produce vulnerability reports to demonstrate compliance and security posture. Track and remediate cyber threats using security tools and open-source intelligence. Support vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, and compliance monitoring. Remediate system vulnerabilities through planned and emergency patching and updates. Integrate security into BAU processes and develop new procedures. Create and maintain Cyber Incident Response procedures. Mentor engineers and act as a technical escalation point for security events. Collaborate with internal teams to maintain security certifications and validation. Stay updated on emerging threats and ensure the security of USS infrastructure. Assist with IT security audits, providing reports, checks, and evidence.

They are offering up to £62,000 for this role and interviews are happening now. Apply now, or send your CV to

As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.
Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Subscribe to Future Tech Insights for the latest jobs & insights, direct to your inbox.

By subscribing, you agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

Cyber Security Hiring Trends 2026: What to Watch Out For (For Job Seekers & Recruiters)

As we move into 2026, the cyber security jobs market in the UK is changing fast. Attackers are scaling up with automation & AI, cloud estates are more complex, & regulators are tightening expectations around resilience & data protection. At the same time, budgets are under pressure & some organisations are consolidating their tech teams. Despite all this, demand for cyber security skills remains strong. Skilled defenders, engineers & leaders are still hard to find, & the stakes are only getting higher. Whether you are a cyber security job seeker planning your next move, or a recruiter building security teams, understanding the key cyber security hiring trends for 2026 will help you make better decisions.

Cyber Security Recruitment Trends 2025 (UK): What Job Seekers Must Know About Today’s Hiring Process

Summary: UK cyber security hiring has shifted from title‑led CV screens to capability‑driven assessments that emphasise incident readiness, cloud & identity security, detection engineering, governance/risk/compliance (GRC), measurable MTTR/coverage gains & secure‑by‑default engineering. This guide explains what’s changed, what to expect in interviews, & how to prepare—especially for SOC analysts, detection engineers, blue/purple teamers, penetration testers, cloud security engineers, DFIR, AppSec, GRC & security architecture. Who this is for: SOC & detection engineers, security operations leads, DFIR analysts, penetration testers/red teamers, purple teamers, AppSec/DevSecOps engineers, security architects, cloud security engineers, identity/IAM engineers, vulnerability managers, GRC/compliance specialists, product security & security programme managers targeting roles in the UK.

Why Cyber Security Careers in the UK Are Becoming More Multidisciplinary

Cyber security used to be viewed primarily as a technical discipline: firewalls, encryption, intrusion detection, penetration testing. In the UK today, it’s far broader. Organisations now face complex legal frameworks, ethical dilemmas, human-behaviour risks, communication challenges & usability hurdles. This shift means cyber security careers are becoming more multidisciplinary. From protecting NHS patient records to defending financial services, securing supply chains & safeguarding national infrastructure, cyber security now touches every sector. Employers increasingly want professionals who understand law, ethics, psychology, linguistics & design alongside traditional technical skills. In this article, we’ll explore why UK cyber security careers are expanding in this way, how these five disciplines shape the profession, and what job-seekers & employers need to know to thrive in this new landscape.