Senior Security Engineer

Care First UK Recruitment Solutions
London
2 weeks ago
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Senior Security Engineer | London | Hybrid (3 Days In-Office) | Competitive Pay & Great Benefits

Join one of the world’s leading providers of customizable trading technology, trusted by top investment banks and hedge funds globally.

They’re looking for aSenior Security Engineerto design, implement, and protect cutting-edge security infrastructure across cloud (AWS, Azure, M365) and on-prem environments.

You will play a critical role in ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of their systems, networks, and data.

The successful Senior Security Engineer will be offered the flexibility of hybrid working, where you will be required to work from their City of London office at least 3 days a week.

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Security Engineer:

  • Develop and implement comprehensive security strategies, policies, and procedures.
  • Design, deploy, and manage security solutions, including PAM/IAM, intrusion detection/prevention systems, endpoint protection, data loss prevention and encryption.
  • Design and manage security in the cloud, including AWS Control Tower, Azure, and MS O365.
  • Conduct or coordinate regular security assessments, penetration tests, and vulnerability scans to identify and address potential vulnerabilities and weaknesses.
  • Assist in investigating security breaches, incidents, and unauthorized access attempts, and develop and implement incident response plans.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security requirements are incorporated into the design and implementation of systems and applications.
  • Lead security-related projects, evaluating and implementing new security technologies and solutions.
  • Mentor and guide junior security engineers, sharing knowledge and best practices.

Skills & Experience:

  • 5+ years' experience in Security Engineering.
  • Strong skills in PAM/IAM, vulnerability management, and cloud security.
  • Knowledge of system hardening and network security protocols.
  • Leadership and mentoring experience.

Nice to have:

  • CISSP, CEH, or CISM certifications.
  • Scripting experience.

What’s on offer:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Discretionary bonus
  • Private medical & dental insurance
  • Gympass membership
  • Hybrid working model (3 days per week in office)

What’s Next?

If you have the skillset and knowledge to hit the ground running in this brand-new Senior Security Engineer position, we would love to hear from you. APPLY NOW for immediate consideration.

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