Cyber Security Engineer

Cyber Security Engineer | Hybrid | Dartford My client is a fast-growing, forward-thinking organisation with a strong presence across the UK and international markets. The business has a large and diverse workforce and is continuing to invest heavily in technology, security and operational excellence.

The Role We’re looking for a passionate and hands-on Cyber Security Engineer to join an expanding IT team and play a key role in enhancing the organisation’s security posture across on-premises and cloud environments.

This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives on solving complex security challenges, enjoys working collaboratively, and wants to make a tangible impact on safeguarding critical systems and data.

What You'll Be Doing Lead and support a range of IT security projects, ensuring secure and timely delivery

Manage and maintain cybersecurity tools across both on-premises and cloud environments, with cloud being a key focus

Implement, configure and update security solutions including EDR, SIEM, vulnerability management, IAM and cloud security tools

Collaborate with internal IT, development and third-party teams to embed security across the organisation

Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability scans and OSINT investigations

Monitor emerging threats, zero-day vulnerabilities and new CVEs, assessing their potential impact

Investigate and respond to security incidents, performing root cause analysis and recommending improvements

Deliver engaging security awareness training across the business

Provide security guidance for new technologies and strategic initiatives

Support day-to-day security operations and enforce strong change control processes

Assist with SOC alerts, investigations and escalations

What We're Looking For Proven experience in a Cyber Security Engineer or similar technical security role Strong understanding of network, infrastructure and application security principles

Practical experience with security tools and platforms across on-premises and cloud environments

Familiarity with industry standards and frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST and CIS Experience in risk assessment, vulnerability management and incident response

Hands-on experience configuring and managing cloud security tools and IAM solutions

Knowledge of EDR platforms and vulnerability management processes

Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEH or Azure Security Engineer would be desirable

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex security issues for non-technical audiences

Proactive, detail-oriented and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

What's on offer

Competitive salary package

Hybrid working for better work-life balance

Onsite amenities including free parking and an onsite canteen
25 days annual holiday allowance

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay Benefits portal with access to discounts, company perks and wellbeing resources

Employee wellbeing programme supporting mental and physical health

Employee referral scheme offering up to 1,000

Supportive working environment with an excellent work-life balance

Long service recognition and charity initiatives

This is an exciting opportunity for an experience Cyber Security Engineer to join an expanding IT team based in Dartford, If you are interested please apply with your updated CV.