Cyber Security Engineer (SecOps)

Reporting to IT Director, this is a newly created role - a chance to make your mark by shaping the organisation's cyber security capability and helping build a strong security function from the ground up.

A hybrid role, with 2 days on-site (Birmingham) and 3 days working from home arrangement.

Client Details

The hiring company is a professional services organisation with a well-established presence in the industry. As a mid-sized firm, they focus on delivering reliable and tailored services to their clients, supported by a robust and secure technology framework.

Description

• Collaborate with the Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) to oversee and respond to cybersecurity incidents effectively.
• Review and provide expert guidance on works and reports from the MSSP to ensure quality and relevance.
• Proactively identify emerging threats and continuously enhance threat detection and response processes.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments, ensure timely remediation, and recommend strategic improvements to reduce risk exposure.
• Design and maintain comprehensive security playbooks to standardise incident response and operational procedures.
• Partner with engineering teams to implement and optimise security tools, technologies, and controls across the environment.
• Define the scope for penetration tests and critically evaluate reports from external testing providers.
• Work closely with the technology department to embed security protocols into system architecture and development lifecycles.
• Assess and strengthen the cybersecurity posture of newly acquired entities to align with organisational standards.
• Deliver guidance and training to staff on cybersecurity best practices to foster a security-conscious culture.

Profile

• Demonstrated experience in Cyber Security operations, including threat hunting, detection and response, and vulnerability assessment and remediation.
• Extensive hands-on experience working within a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment.
• Proven ability to design and implement effective security playbooks for incident response and operational consistency.
• Strong experience in configuring, tuning, and deploying SIEM and other security tools-preferably Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender suite.
• Industry-recognised certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH, Azure Security Engineer) are highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for non-technical audiences.

Job Offer

• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Hybrid role with flexible working hours ( 2 days in Birmingham office )
• Permanent position within a professional services organisation in Birmingham.
• Health insurance
• Electric car scheme