Skills

Leadership Endpoint Security Tenable Nessus Microsoft 365 Monitoring VMware Architecture Security Architecture Analytical Skills Azure cloud platforms Recruitment Active Directory Microsoft Azure

Job Specifications

Security Engineer

Permanent

£35k - £39k (Public Sector)

Your new company

Join a forward-thinking organisation committed to delivering excellence through robust digital infrastructure. As part of an expanding technology team, you'll work in an environment that values innovation, security, and collaboration. We're dedicated to protecting critical systems while enabling seamless service delivery across the organisation and partner networks.

Your new role

Design, implement, and maintain cutting-edge security solutions across cloud, hybrid, and on-premise environments.
Deliver hands-on technical expertise across Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, virtualisation platforms, and endpoint security solutions
Work closely with senior security leadership to translate security requirements into technical deliverables
Ensure systems meet stringent SLAs whilst maintaining the CIA triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability)
Play a pivotal role in mentoring wider teams and creating comprehensive documentation
Shape future security architecture and monitor threats in real-time
Collaborate with diverse internal teams and external suppliers to safeguard critical business services

What you'll need to succeed

Extensive hands-on experience with cloud platforms (Microsoft Azure IaaS) and virtualisation environments (Hyper-V, VMWare)
Strong knowledge of core Microsoft technologies including Active Directory, SCCM, Intune, and Microsoft 365
Proven experience with security tools: antivirus solutions (SOPHOS, Microsoft Defender), vulnerability scanning (Tenable Nessus), mail/web filtering (Clearswift, Fortinet)
Proficiency with monitoring platforms such as SolarWinds and Azure Monitor
Excellent analytical skills and ability to create comprehensive design documentation
Experience working with ITIL frameworks
Collaborative mindset with strong vendor relationship management skills
Ability to work effectively across technical and non-technical teams
Comfortable with occasional data centre work and complex security implementation projects

What you need to do now

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