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Cyber Security Engineer

Hays Technology
Posted 7 hours ago, valid for 3 days
Location

Reading, Berkshire RG17LT, England

Salary

£45,000 - £54,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

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  • The position offers a salary of £200 per day (Inside IR35) for a 6-month fully remote contract.
  • The organization focuses on providing essential services to individuals with visual impairments, emphasizing compassion and inclusivity.
  • Candidates should have a strong background in cyber security or system engineering with hands-on experience in managing security tools.
  • A deep understanding of Windows OS, along with general knowledge of Linux and MacOS, is essential, and professional certifications like CISSP or CISA are highly desirable.
  • The role requires collaboration with external suppliers and a commitment to executing procedures consistently while meeting tight deadlines.

200 per day (Inside IR35) - Paid directly through our payroll with no additional fees or costs

6-month contract

Fully Remote - Exclusively working from home!


Your new company

Our organisation is committed to providing essential services and support, empowering people with visual impairment, to navigate their world with confidence. We pride ourselves on our innovative programmes, dedicated volunteers and a passionate team working together to make a significant impact in the community. If you are looking to be part of a mission-driven organisation that values compassion, inclusivity and excellence, this is the place for you.


Your new role

You will work with external suppliers, including our 24/7 SOC, to ensure top-quality service and quick responses to security alerts. Your duties include maintaining and configuring security tools, promptly applying patches and updates, and producing accurate procedural documentation. You will participate in playbook tests, respond to incidents, and identify emerging threats. Additionally, you will analyse threat intelligence, escalate issues, and collaborate with colleagues to mitigate vulnerabilities. You will conduct monthly vulnerability scans, support remediation, and analyse technical information to identify patterns and root causes. Finally, you will partner with Change and Project teams to ensure secure delivery of changes and new deployments.


What you'll need to succeed

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cyber security or system engineering, with hands-on experience in managing security tools like anti-malware, content filtering, SIEM, and threat detection solutions. A deep understanding of Windows OS and general knowledge of Linux and MacOS is essential. You will collaborate with technology suppliers and outsourced services, interpret alerts, and maintain strong team partnerships. The role involves executing BAU procedures consistently, meeting tight deadlines while ensuring quality. Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CCNA or CEH is highly desirable. Staying updated on the latest security threats and solutions is crucial.


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