Information Technology Security Engineer

Your new company

Join a leading organisation dedicated to providing exceptional services. This organisation is committed to innovation and excellence, ensuring the highest standards of quality and security.

Your new role

As an IT Security Engineer, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding the organisation's IT infrastructure. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining security measures to protect sensitive data and systems. Main duties and responsibilities:

• Ensure a seamless and consistent delivery of cybersecurity services to agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and technical standards.
• Translate cybersecurity requirements for Cloud & Server services into technical deliverables, considering industry trends and opportunities.
• Configure and monitor systems/services to provide data for cybersecurity KPIs/KRIs, capacity planning, performance monitoring, and alerting for incidents.
• Support the cybersecurity team in developing and measuring the organisation's cybersecurity posture against SLAs and board-set security appetite.
• Optimise the use of IT tools across the cybersecurity team to enhance effectiveness, efficiency, service availability, and security.
• Establish and maintain beneficial relationships with technology vendors and suppliers for timely third-party support.
• Collaborate with partners and suppliers to deliver innovative cybersecurity solutions and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

What you'll need to succeed

The role is a technical security position which requires an understanding of:

• Cloud platforms (e.g., Microsoft Azure IaaS)
• Server, compute, and storage infrastructure (on-premise & hybrid)
• Virtualisation environments (e.g., Microsoft Hyper-V, VMWare)
• Microsoft Windows Server roles (e.g., Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, WSUS, DFS, Group Policy)
• Microsoft 365 (e.g., SharePoint, Teams, Exchange Online)
• Mail & web filtering tools (e.g., Clearswift, Fortinet)
• VPN solutions (e.g., Microsoft Direct Access, Always on VPN)
• Remote Desktop Services & VDI solutions
• Backup & recovery solutions
• Antivirus solutions (e.g., SOPHOS, Microsoft Defender of Endpoint)
• Vulnerability assessment & scanning tools
• Database & data architecture (e.g., Microsoft SQL Server)
• Endpoint management solutions (e.g., Microsoft SCCM, Intune)
• Digital infrastructure monitoring solutions (e.g., SolarWinds, Azure Monitor)

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on security within your new organisation.

What you need to do now

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