Cybersecurity Engineer

Leeds Full-time £40,000 - £65,000 / Year
(£3,333 - £5,417 / Month)

Job Description

We are on the lookout for a talented Cybersecurity Engineer to fortify our IT infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of security frameworks, risk assessments, and monitoring tools, playing a pivotal role in protecting our digital landscapes.

Responsibilities

  • Develop incident response strategies and lead response efforts.
  • Perform penetration testing and vulnerability scanning.
  • Collaborate with external vendors for security assessments.
  • Utilize security information and event management systems (SIEM).
  • Respond to disaster recovery drills and audits.
  • Participate in security architecture reviews and improvements.
  • Document and report on security issues and breaches.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or Information Technology
  • Master's degree in Cybersecurity is highly preferred
Experience
  • 5+ years in information security or cybersecurity roles
Technical Skills
  • Endpoint Protection
  • Network Security
  • Incident Response
  • Threat Intelligence Tools
Soft Skills
  • Leadership
  • Negotiation Skills
Certifications
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
  • ISO 27001 Lead Auditor
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Experience with Python or PowerShell Scripting: Proficient in scripting languages for automation and security tasks.
  • Hands-on experience in cloud security: Familiarity with securing cloud environments and applications.

Benefits

  • Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
  • Career development opportunities including training budgets
  • Employee assistance programs and mental health support
  • Social events and team-building activities

Company Culture

  • Growth Mindset: We encourage a growth mindset focusing on personal and professional development for all employees.
  • Work-life Balance: Maintaining a healthy work-life balance is crucial; we offer flexible working arrangements.
  • Respect and Integrity: Upholding respect and integrity in all our interactions is foundational to our culture.
Status: Closed