Security Engineer

Embark on a rewarding career journey with a leading global financial institution, seeking a talented Security Engineer to join a dynamic and collaborative engineering team. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to safeguarding sensitive information and critical systems within a project-focused environment.

Based at our Knutsford campus, you will become an integral part of a 13-strong team with a global reach, fostering collaboration with colleagues in India and the US. This role offers a chance to immerse yourself in designing and implementing robust security applications, working closely with end-users, stakeholders, and vendors to ensure seamless project delivery and operational handover.

Advantages for Aspiring Security Engineers:

• Global Collaboration and Exposure: Work within a diverse, international team, gaining invaluable experience in cross-cultural collaboration and understanding global security landscapes.
• Project-Centric Impact: Directly contribute to the design and implementation of cutting-edge security solutions, making a tangible difference in protecting sensitive data and systems.
• Holistic Security Development: The role encourages a comprehensive approach, encompassing design, testing, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of security protocols and applications.
• Skill Development in High-Demand Areas: This position provides a strong platform to deepen your expertise in areas like scripting and automation (Python, Bash, PowerShell), Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles, and DevOps pipelines.
• Exposure to Advanced Security Concepts: Opportunities exist to engage with cloud security services and frameworks (AWS, Azure, GCP), cloud vulnerability management, and even familiarise yourself with the security implications of AI and Machine Learning.
• Career Progression and Expertise: The role emphasizes the development of in-depth technical knowledge and offers the chance to become a subject matter expert, advising and influencing decision-making within your domain.
• Commitment to Innovation: You'll be involved in identifying and adopting new cryptographic technologies and techniques, contributing to the continuous improvement of the bank's security posture.

Key Considerations for Your Career Path:

• Technical Foundation: A solid background in scripting and automation is essential. Candidates with experience in Python, Bash, or PowerShell will find themselves well-positioned.
• Embrace SRE and DevOps: Familiarity with Site Reliability Engineering principles and DevOps pipelines for service delivery is highly valued. Demonstrating automation of common tasks or implementation of monitoring dashboards will be advantageous.
• Cloud Security Proficiency: Experience with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their associated security services, alongside vulnerability management, will be a significant asset.
• Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills: The ability to analyze factual information, pay attention to detail, and resolve problems using technical expertise and a guided approach is crucial.
• Business Acumen and Strategic Thinking: Beyond technical skills, the ability to understand risk, drive transformation, and align security solutions with business objectives will be key to success.
• Collaborative Spirit: Success in this role hinges on effective collaboration with internal teams, developers, security colleagues, and external vendors.
• Continuous Learning: The rapidly evolving security landscape necessitates a commitment to continuous learning and staying abreast of emerging threats and technologies.

This role offers a compelling opportunity for driven individuals looking to make a significant impact in the field of security engineering within a respected global organization. If you are passionate about protecting digital assets and eager to grow your career in a challenging yet rewarding environment, we encourage you to explore this exciting prospect.