Lead Security Engineer
- birmingham, west midlands, B1 1BB, United Kingdom
- Remote
- Full time
- £85,000 - £85,000 Per Annum
Job Description
About the Role
Our client is looking for a strategic and experienced Lead Security Engineer to spearhead their cybersecurity initiatives within a fully remote capacity. This pivotal role involves architecting, implementing, and maintaining the security infrastructure that protects the organization's data and systems from evolving threats. You will lead a talented team, drive innovation in security solutions, and ensure the highest standards of data protection and privacy are met. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary leader passionate about cybersecurity to make a significant impact on a growing, forward-thinking company, fostering a secure digital environment for all stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and implementation of enterprise-level security solutions and architectures.
- Oversee the deployment and management of security technologies, including network security, endpoint protection, and cloud security controls.
- Develop and mature security engineering processes, standards, and best practices.
- Manage and mentor a team of security engineers, fostering their professional growth and technical expertise.
- Collaborate with IT and development teams to integrate security into the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
- Conduct incident response activities, including forensics and root cause analysis, for complex security events.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- 8+ years of experience in security engineering, with at least 3 years in a lead or management role.
- Deep understanding of cloud security principles (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their application.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation of security tasks.
- Expertise in network security, cryptography, authentication, and authorization protocols.
- Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
Benefits
- Highly competitive executive salary and performance bonus.
- Premium private healthcare coverage for employee and dependents.
- Significant stock options and long-term incentive plans.
- Generous annual leave and flexible remote working conditions.
- Access to advanced training, conferences, and industry-leading security tools.


