Cyber Security Engineer

Cyber Security Engineer | Hybrid / Cardiff | £62,000 - £72,000

We’re looking for an experienced Security Engineer to join an established Cyber Resilience function, taking a hands‑on role in strengthening security operations across a complex technology environment.

You’ll work across Microsoft security technologies, cloud security, identity, vulnerability management and threat detection, while helping improve the organisation’s overall cyber resilience.

What you’ll be doing:

• Managing and improving Microsoft Defender and Sentinel capabilities
• Securing Azure environments and implementing effective security controls
• Managing Entra ID security, including Conditional Access, Identity Protection and privileged access
• Supporting vulnerability management and remediation
• Supporting threat monitoring, detection and incident response
• Providing security input into technology projects and architecture decisions
• Supporting security frameworks including NCSC CAF, ISO 27001, NIST CSF and CIS Controls
• Acting as a security SME to technical and non‑technical stakeholders

What we’re looking for:

• Proven Security Engineer experience
• Strong Microsoft Defender and Sentinel knowledge
• Good Azure and Entra ID security experience
• Hands‑on vulnerability management experience
• Understanding of security frameworks and technical controls
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Flexible working opportunities
• Discretionary bonus of up to 10%
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Retirement Savings Plan (pension) with Aviva: 5% employee contribution, doubling your contribution at 10% - totalling 15%
• 14 x salary Life Insurance linked to membership of the Retirement Savings Plan
• “Choices” flexible benefit scheme options including corporate gym memberships, dental insurance, and health cash‑plans
• Access to our Financial Wellbeing Programme - allowing you to manage your benefits flexibly to suit your financial needs
• Enhanced pay for parental leave
• Retail discounts and cashback scheme
• Annual salary review
• Company Sick Pay

Why You Should Apply:

This newly created role offers the chance to shape processes from the ground up while working in a supportive and forward thinking IT team. If you’re passionate about reducing service disruption, enhancing operational excellence, and driving real change, this could be your next big step.