Overview
Senior Security Engineer - Manchester at Fitch Group, Inc. Requisition ID: 48722. Location: Manchester, GB. Date Posted: Sep 22, 2025. Fitch Group is a leading global financial information services provider delivering credit and risk insights, robust data, and tools to support efficient and transparent financial markets. Fitch Group operates with credibility, independence, and transparency across its structure, including Fitch Ratings and Fitch Solutions. Fitch’s Technology & Data Team advances cutting-edge technologies like AI and cloud solutions. For more information, visit our Data and Technology careers page.
Fitch Group is currently seeking a Senior Security Engineer based out of our Manchester office. The Senior Security Engineer will join our Information Security team and will be responsible for reviewing infrastructure changes and providing security reviews for Fitch business units as they acquire and configure new productivity tooling.
Responsibilities
* Review infrastructure changes, ensuring security risks are understood and documented. Changes include OS updates, application updates, and modifications to network and identity provider configurations.
* Review software and browser extension requests from internal teams.
* Ensure due diligence on changes and releases in accordance with Fitch policies and guidelines, including evaluating vulnerability scan reports.
* Advise on security policies, standards, procedures, and metrics, and participate in security tool management.
* Continuously optimize team workflows with agentic technology and scrum tooling.
You May Be a Good Fit If
* Familiarity with OpenID Connect, SSO protocols, and integration with leading Identity Providers.
* Understanding of browser security models, especially extension-related risks.
* Experience reviewing and assessing security risks related to network configuration changes, including proxy settings (e.g., PAC files), DNS entries, and related updates.
* AI-first mindset; ability to identify and automate analysis and administrative tasks while improving the quality of assessment output.
* Experience leveraging AI-powered security tools or platforms to enhance vulnerability detection, threat analysis, or incident response.
What Would Make You Stand Out
* Knowledge of cloud infrastructure (IaaS, PaaS) components and secure configuration.
* Effective written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong organizational skills with a proactive approach to enhancing team processes and tools.
* Basic scripting or automation skills (e.g., PowerShell, Python).
* Awareness of access management best practices and audit requirements.
* Foundational understanding of security compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2).
Why Choose Fitch
* Hybrid Work Environment: 2 to 3 days a week in office required based on line of business and location.
* Culture of Learning & Mobility: Training, leadership development and mentorship programs to support continuous learning.
* Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning, financial wellness, and tuition reimbursement programs.
* Promoting Health & Wellness: Comprehensive healthcare offerings.
* Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including generous parental leave.
* Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days and community engagement support.
Fitch is committed to Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other statuses protected by law.
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