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Requirements
Must:
We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications:
- Solid understanding of networking principles (TCP/IP, DNS, routing, switching, VLANs, and load balancing).
- Strong expertise in configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting firewalls (e.g., Cisco, Checkpoint, Palo Alto).
- Demonstrable hands-on experience with next-gen firewalls and advanced security features such as IPS/IDS, SSL decryption, and deep packet inspection.
- Proven experience in managing secure proxy solutions (e.g., Bluecoat, F5) and the ability to implement policies for content filtering, SSL inspection, and network traffic monitoring.
- In-depth knowledge of security protocols such as IPSec, SSL/TLS, VPNs, and two-factor authentication.
- Understanding of network architectures and security zones (DMZ, internal networks).
- Proficiency in monitoring technologies (e.g., PRTG, Nagios).
Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
- Join our forward-thinking team as a Network Security Engineer and play a key role in safeguarding our organization's network infrastructure as part of the 24x7 Internal Security Response (ISR) team.
- When not involved in incident response and triage activities with the SOC team, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security solutions to protect against evolving threats.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement changes securely, identify vulnerabilities, manage security incidents, and ensure compliance with industry best practices.
- Be involved in the optimization of network security tools to remediate areas identified for improvement.
- Contribute to security initiatives, solve complex challenges, and have a direct impact on the overall resilience of our IT environment.
Description
We are offering a salary of circa £50,000, depending on experience, along with a shift allowance for our dynamic hybrid working model. Our team operates on-site five days a week due to workload classification and follows a 24/7 shift pattern. Security clearance is required, and applicants must be British citizens, undertaking DV Clearance along with HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks and Security Check clearance. What we can offer you includes: - Company bonus of up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year). - Pension with a maximum total contribution (employer and employee) of up to 14%. - Opportunities for paid overtime and up to 15 additional days of flexi leave. - Enhanced parental leave, offering up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave with enhancements available for paternity leave, neonatal leave, and fertility testing and treatments. - Fantastic site facilities, including subsidized meals, free car parking, and more. At our company, we value innovation and diversity. We are proud of our employee-led networks that promote gender equality, pride, neurodiversity, armed forces support, and more. We recognize that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to reach out if you require any advice, support, or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Join us to make an impact in a values-led company dedicated to defending our freedom and supporting the Armed Forces.
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How many Cyber Security Engineer jobs are in the UK?
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Which companies are hiring for Cyber Security Engineer jobs in the UK?
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The company with most openings is Hays Technology as they are hiring for 58 different Cyber Security Engineer jobs in the UK. They are probably quite committed to find good Cyber Security Engineers.
The company with most openings is Hays Technology as they are hiring for 58 different Cyber Security Engineer jobs in the UK. They are probably quite committed to find good Cyber Security Engineers.