Platform Security Engineer - SC cleared

Overview

We have a new requirement for a Platform Security Engineer to work for a client of ours. This role is Outside IR35 and requires an active SC level security clearance.

• Help stand up a new AWS platform and developer portal with security embedded by default using reusable Git Lab pipelines, policy-as-code guardrails, and automated evidence/continuous compliance.
• Strengthen cloud security operations by improving telemetry of a Splunk‑backed SOC, reducing manual security ticketing and lead times via self‑service patterns.
• Work with tooling such as Wiz CNAPP and modern cloud security scanning/assurance tools to meet security requirements.
• Produce compliance evidence outputs (dashboards, scorecards, audit‑ready artefacts, policy evaluation outputs) automatically.
• Instrument AWS logging (Cloud Trail, Config, VPC flow logs, etc.) and integrate into Splunk (forwarders, HEC, data models).
• Align with SOC operational needs (alert quality, use cases, tuning).
• Use strong AWS IAM, policy guardrails (SCPs), and policy engines or guardrail frameworks.
• Deliver hands‑on work and define a pragmatic operating model (lightweight RACI, ways of working).
• Streamline onboarding via standard docs/runbooks, automated access workflows, pre‑approved patterns, and golden‑path templates.

• SC cleared Platform Security Engineer with experience in AWS.
• Experience instrumenting AWS logging and integrating with Splunk.
• Knowledge of SOC operational requirements and alert tuning.
• Familiarity with policy‑guardrails (SCPs) and policy engines/frameworks.
• Experience with tools such as Wiz CNAPP and modern cloud security scanning/assurance.
• Strong ability to produce automated compliance evidence and dashboards.

This position allows for full remote working.

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.