Cyber Security Engineer

Cyber Security Engineer | Hybrid / Cardiff | £62,000 - £72,000

We're looking for an experienced Security Engineer to join an established Cyber Resilience function, taking a hands-on role in strengthening security operations across a complex technology environment.

You'll work across Microsoft security technologies, cloud security, identity, vulnerability management and threat detection, while helping improve the organisation's overall cyber resilience.

What you'll be doing:

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• Managing and improving Microsoft Defender and Sentinel capabilities
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• Securing Azure environments and implementing effective security controls
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• Managing Entra ID security, including Conditional Access, Identity Protection and privileged access
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• Supporting vulnerability management and remediation
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• Implementing data protection controls using Microsoft Purview
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• Supporting threat monitoring, detection and incident response
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• Providing security input into technology projects and architecture decisions
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• Supporting security frameworks including NCSC CAF, ISO 27001, NIST CSF and CIS Controls
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• Acting as a security SME to technical and non-technical stakeholders
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What we're looking for:

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• Proven Security Engineer experience
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• Strong Microsoft Defender and Sentinel knowledge
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• Good Azure and Entra ID security experience
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• Hands-on vulnerability management experience
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• Understanding of security frameworks and technical controls
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• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
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Benefits:

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• Flexible working opportunities
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• Discretionary bonus of up to 10%
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• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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• Retirement Savings Plan (pension) with Aviva: 5% employee contribution, doubling your contribution at 10% - totalling 15%
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• 14 x salary Life Insurance linked to membership of the Retirement Savings Plan
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• "Choices" flexible benefit scheme options including corporate gym memberships, dental insurance, and health cash-plans
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• Access to our Financial Wellbeing Programme - allowing you to manage your benefits flexibly to suit your financial needs
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• Enhanced pay for parental leave
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• Retail discounts and cashback scheme
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• Annual salary review
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• Company Sick Pay
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Ready to Apply?

Contact Daniel Newton to find out more.

Please apply with a CV and a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role.

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