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Principal Security Engineer

Victoria, Greater London
10 months ago
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Principal Security Engineer Role Overview

We are seeking an exceptional Principal Security Engineer to lead our organisation's cybersecurity strategy and drive transformative security practices. As a Principal Security Engineer, you will be at the forefront of protecting our technological infrastructure, combining deep technical expertise with strategic leadership.

Key Responsibilities of the Principal Security Engineer

  • Develop and implement comprehensive application security strategies

  • As a Principal Security Engineer, lead security architecture and design across complex enterprise systems

  • Integrate advanced security tools and processes into existing technological ecosystems

  • Conduct in-depth security assessments and vulnerability analyses

  • Design and implement secure coding practices

  • Provide technical leadership and guidance on security best practices

  • Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to embed security throughout the software development lifecycle

    Technical Expertise Requirements

    Security Capabilities

  • Strong interest and proven experience in security and secure coding practices

  • Comprehensive understanding of application security best practices

  • Deep knowledge of security frameworks and standards, including:

    • OWASP Top 10

    • NIST Cybersecurity Framework

  • Advanced threat modelling and risk assessment techniques

  • Extensive experience integrating security tools and processes across complex systems

    Technical Skills

  • Mastery of secure coding practices

  • Proficiency in multiple programming languages

  • Experience with security testing and assessment tools

    Leadership and Collaboration

  • Demonstrated ability to influence leaders and stakeholders

  • Exceptional communication skills

  • Capability to build lasting and productive cross-functional relationships

  • Passion for driving innovative security engineering practices

    Methodological Proficiency

  • Solid background in software or platform engineering

  • Expert understanding of Agile development methodologies

  • Advanced knowledge of Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) practices

  • Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

    Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field

  • Minimum 8-10 years of progressive security engineering experience

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