Cyber Security Engineer

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a talented Cyber Security Engineer to join their innovative technology team in Manchester . This role is vital for designing, implementing, and managing security solutions to protect the company's network infrastructure and data. You will be at the forefront of defending against cyber threats, performing regular system audits, and ensuring the integrity and availability of our IT environment. This is an exceptional opportunity for a technically proficient individual to contribute to cutting-edge security projects and work in a highly collaborative, remote-first culture that values expertise and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain security infrastructure, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and web application firewalls.
• Implement and manage security monitoring tools and Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems.
• Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests.
• Develop and refine security protocols and procedures to ensure system and data integrity.
• Respond to and investigate security breaches and other cybersecurity incidents.
• Provide technical guidance and support on security best practices to other IT teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in cyber security engineering or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of network security principles, protocols, and technologies.
• Hands-on experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization security (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation of security tasks.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, or CISSP are a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance incentives.
• Fully remote working arrangement, offering maximum flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and parental leave policies.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, training, and obtaining industry certifications.