Security Engineer

Introduction

A bit about us

This organisation needs no introduction and is recognised as a key leader in the mobility Software-as-a-Service sector. The culture is demanding but if you are confident and have a can-do attitude the potential rewards are significant. The business is also very focused on developing and training their people to the highest standards.

If you are driven, determined and want to take the next step in your career, this is the role for you. Great career progression opportunities await the right person in this exciting Security Engineer job.

To be successful in this role, you will need strong end-to-end knowledge of cybersecurity, infrastructure, engineering and risk with any experience working within Software-as-a-Service being bonus. Duties & Responsibilities

You want to

• Ensure all security platforms are effective (e.g. SIEM, PAM, detect and response, etc.)
• Ensure the integrity of security infrastructure, network and systems design to evaluate and ensure system/network security
• Identify potential weaknesses and implementation of measures, such as firewalls and encryption
• Design and implement new security systems or upgrading and configuring existing ones
• Manage and maintain infrastructure and security technical solutions and analyse new security tools to help mitigate security vulnerabilities and automate repeatable tasks
• Assist in evaluations and POCs for security vendors, tools, and services
• Perform detailed technical security reviews of new systems or architectures
• Constantly challenge existing practices and processes and suggest improvements. Develop, implement and share best practices
• Support the simulation of security breaches and recovery scenarios
• Support the information security analyst in monitoring and respond to attacks, intrusions and unusual, unauthorised or illegal activity including 'phishing' emails and 'pharming' activities
• Monitoring network usage to ensure compliance with security policies
• Keep up to date with developments in cybersecurity, emerging threats and leverage AI technologies to enhance security operations, automation and threat detection
• Make use of DAST / SAST tools and perform Penetration testing to find flaws
• Architecture and design of automated environments that systematically test our network
• Make sure company is compliant with local, national and global regulations, especially in areas like privacy regulations
• Management of security incidents
• Educating colleagues about security software and best practices for information security
• Work collaboratively and where necessary integrate with the other technology teams

Desired Experience & Qualification

You have

• Innovative approach to industry challenges.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in computer engineering/science is preferred
• Innovative approach to industry challenges.
• Proficiency in industry standards (ISO27001, NIST, CIS, MITRE ATT&CK) with implementation experience and awareness of emerging AI security practices (beneficial)
• Deep technical competencies in networking, Endpoint, and Cloud Security.
• Qualification and/or working towards industry certifications
• Security engineering(beneficial)
• Familiarity with Infrastructure Monitoring, Orchestration, and SIEM tools.
• Experience in SOC, both Defensive and Offensive security engineering (beneficial)
• Experience Documenting the configuration of the system and the procedures for its use
• Experience Monitoring system performance and ensuring system security
• Experience Providing technical support and guidance to users
• Experience with scripting, automation and utilising AI tools to improve workflows and operational efficiency
• Extensive experience working as an infrastructure or security engineer
• Detailed technical knowledge of database and operating system security
• Experience with network technologies and with system, security, and network monitoring tools. Ability to review system changes for security implications and recommending improvements
• Understanding of cybersecurity methodologies
• Relevant Security and Information certifications
• Windows/Linux/Networking experience
• Incident response
• SIEM operations or SIEM experience
• Ability to multitask with a calm demeanour and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. One of five potential security-related certifications or capacity to acquire a public trust security clearance is an added advantage