Cyber Security Engineer

Cyber Security Engineer

Solihull – Hybrid  

£50,000 - £55,000 + Bonus

VIQU are working with a leading organisation in financial verification and analytical services, who are looking to hire a Cyber Security Engineer. The Cyber Security Engineer will be responsible for safeguarding the Azure environment and custom web applications, managing end-user security, and ensuring compliance with ISO 27001, GDPR, and SOC2.

Key responsibilities of the Cyber Security Engineer:

• Design, deploy, and manage security measures for the Azure Infrastructure and bespoke web applications.
• Implement and configure Microsoft security tools, including Defender, Azure Security Centre, and Active Directory security policies.
• Monitorc and investigate security incidents, ensuring swift resolution to incidents.
• Maintain compliance with ISO 27001, GDPR and SOC2 by developing security policies, conducting audits, and managing risk assessments.
• Conduct in-depth vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security reviews to identify and remediate weaknesses.
• Partner with development teams to integrate secure coding practices.
• Drive security initiatives and deliver cybersecurity training to strengthen security culture.

Key Requirements for the Cyber Security Engineer:

• Extensive experience in cybersecurity, particularly in protecting Azure cloud-based environments and securing web applications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft technologies, including Azure and Active Directory, with a strong understanding of endpoint protection solutions, including Microsoft Defender.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and security standards such as ISO 27001, SOC2, and GDPR.
• Possess relevant industry certifications e.g. CISSP, CEH and Azure Security Engineer (desired).
• Deep knowledge of cybersecurity principles, including threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management.
• Experienced in leading security initiatives and overseeing security projects from planning to execution.
• Strong communicator, capable of effectively engaging with technical and non-technical stakeholders to drive security awareness.

To discuss this exciting opportunity in more detail, please APPLY NOW for a no obligation chat with your VIQU Consultant. Additionally, you can contact Katie Dark on [email protected]

If you know someone who would be ideal for this role, by way of showing our appreciation, VIQU is offering an introduction fee up to £1,000 once your referral has successfully started work with our client (terms apply).

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Cyber Security Engineer

Solihull – Hybrid

£50,000 - £55,000 + Bonus