Security Engineer

Security Engineer

About the Role:

My client, a leader in the energy sector, is seeking an experienced Security Engineer to support critical IT operations. This is a 6-month contract with a high likelihood of extension. The role offers a day rate of £550/day inside IR35 and is predominantly remote, with occasional site visits required.

You will play a vital role in delivering secure, scalable IT solutions while ensuring systems and applications remain resilient against evolving cybersecurity threats.

Key Responsibilities:

Policy Ownership: Apply and maintain security policies to meet system objectives.
Testing & Validation: Develop and execute cybersecurity testing plans.
Risk Management: Identify security gaps, recommend mitigations, and create risk management plans.
Implementation: Design and implement measures to resolve vulnerabilities and enhance system resilience.
Administration: Configure and manage cyber defence applications (e.g., VPNs, antivirus) to maintain operational efficiency.
Documentation: Accurately record and maintain all security implementation and operational activities.
Collaboration: Work closely with analysts, project managers, and vendors to ensure compliance and security best practices.

Essential:

Degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
Proven expertise in designing and maintaining technical solutions for large-scale systems.
Knowledge of IT security principles, risk management, and network security methodologies.
Experience in IT security operations, compliance, risk, and governance.
Eligibility to obtain and maintain Security Check (SC) clearance.

Desirable:

Certifications such as CISSP, AWS, Microsoft Azure, or SAFe.
Familiarity with IT development lifecycles and regulatory environments.
Experience in utility or similar sectors.

Abilities:

Analyse and resolve systemic security issues.
Design secure systems using advanced tools and methodologies.
Work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Knowledge:

Cybersecurity principles, network protocols, and secure system design.
Risk assessment, vulnerability management, and emerging threat landscapes.

Skills:

Secure configuration management and troubleshooting.
Designing and implementing network security architecture.
Vulnerability scanning and system hardening.