Job title: Cyber Security Engineer
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Hospital and Catering
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £55,000.00
Job published: 22-05-2025
Job ID: 33270

Job Description

Cyber Security Engineer  

Salary: £45,000 - £60,000
Location:  Home based with some travel

Build & Mature Security Practices

Portare Solutions is partnering with a key client, an organisation in a significant growth phase, to find a Cyber Security Engineer. This is a brilliant chance to join a growing team and directly contribute to enhancing their security infrastructure and practices. 

About The Opportunity 

You'll be part of a dynamic team responsible for the day-to-day operation of the security infrastructure, keeping a close eye on security events, and responding effectively. You'll be involved in designing, implementing, monitoring, and supporting IT security toolsets, tackling complex issues in a large-scale enterprise hybrid environment. The role is a mix of BAU and project work, including Azure security projects (with a strong M365 focus), automation, and ensuring new applications are deployed securely. It's an exciting time to join as the organisation is undergoing large-scale transformation and IT maturity improvements. 

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include: 

  • Helping to build and mature Microsoft Security practices using the Azure M365 stack and E5 capabilities.
  • Evaluating the effectiveness and coverage of security products and tooling to continuously monitor and protect assets.
  • Identifying, mitigating, and managing security threats, vulnerabilities, and risks.
  • Working closely with the managed security operation centre.
  • Assessing and responding to external threat intelligence reports.
  • Conducting internal audits of security controls.
  • Supporting ISO27001, NIST, Cyber Essentials Plus, and other audit programmes.
  • Providing support and guidance within IT and the wider business to ensure policy compliance.
  • Supporting the continuous improvement of security policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.
  • Implementing and improving technical processes for efficient and secure methodologies.
  • Supporting the management and investigation of security events, including post-incident reviews.
  • Developing awareness materials to improve the security culture.
  • Researching security enhancements and making recommendations.
  • Staying current on information technology trends and security standards. 

Who We're Looking For 

We are seeking a candidate with solid technical IT Security experience. 

Experience & Expertise: 

  • Demonstrable experience in a similar technical IT Security role for a medium to large enterprise.
  • Demonstrable specific M365 experience is essential (Sharepoint Online, Purview, InTune, Defender, Sentinel, Azure AD/Entra).
  • Knowledge & understanding of security principles across: SIEM, Antivirus, DLP, Firewalls, Open Source Filtering tools, Cloud security (Azure), EDR, Scanning/vulnerability tools, IdAM (PAM).
  • Experience working with a SOC is desirable.
  • Knowledge of Windows Servers and Linux Servers.
  • Familiarity with Endpoint and network security technologies.
  • Knowledge of IT Security and Governance best practices and industry standards (ISO27001, NIST, Cyber Essentials etc).
  • Strong understanding of technical security risk, threat, and vulnerability management principles.
  • Ability to drive own workload, identifying risks and requirements, and working flexibly. 

Qualifications: 

  • Recognised IT or Information Security qualifications (Cisco, SANS, ISO27001, CCSP, CISA, or SSCP) desirable.
  • AZ500, SC200, SC900 desirable.
  • CEH desirable. 

Skills & Behaviours: 

  • Intuitive and self-motivating.
  • Enjoys problem-solving through research and investigation.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work accurately and at pace in a rapidly changing risk environment.
  • Ability to respond to risks and issues quickly.
  • An innovative thinker and detail oriented.
  • Friendly and approachable.
  • Willingness to learn and undertake training. 

Why Join? 

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a growing security team within an organisation undergoing significant transformation. You'll work with modern tech, help build out key security practices and be part of a supportive environment. 

Ready for the Challenge? 

If you are a proactive Cyber Security Engineer with strong M365 experience looking to make an impact, we encourage you to apply!