Hackajob Stockport, England, United Kingdom
IT Systems Security Engineer
hackajob is collaborating with UK Biobank to connect them with exceptional tech professionals for this role.
At UK Biobank, we manage one of the world’s most significant health research resources and protecting that data is a responsibility we take seriously.
As we scale our systems, introduce new services, and embrace modern cloud‑based technologies, safeguarding our digital and physical assets remains a top priority. That’s where you come in.
This is a specialist opportunity to join our growing Data & Technology team and help reshape the way we approach information security. You’ll play a key role in strengthening our security architecture, identifying vulnerabilities, and ensuring we stay a step ahead of emerging threats.
You Will Be Responsible For
* Implementing and managing a range of security systems and services, including for endpoint and end‑user protection, data loss prevention, intrusion detection and prevention, and security posture management
* Overseeing the deployment of security patches, firmware, drivers, and general updates
* Undertaking information security risk assessments and providing mitigations
* Working with infrastructure and network specialists to employ technologies such as network segmentation, software‑defined networking, and security service edge solutions
* Working with a managed Security Operations Centre to assess and respond to alerts from the Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) service
* Responding to, investigating, and aiding in the resolution of information and cybersecurity incidents
To Be Successful, You Will Have
* At least 5 years of operational experience working as a security engineer or similar role within a complex, multi‑site organisation
* CompTIA Security+, SSCP, or equivalent qualification
* Knowledge of the security models, standards, practices, benchmarks, and controls advocated by bodies such as ISO, NIST, CIS, OWASP, CAF and NCSC
* A clear understanding of data privacy and associated regulatory compliance, particularly the DPA and GDPR
* Strong knowledge and understanding of the cyber threat landscape
* Knowledge and experience of the approaches and technologies used to secure end users, operating systems (Windows, Mac, and Linux), databases, networks, cloud platforms, applications, and software code
* Experience of SIEM solutions (ideally MS Sentinel)
* Knowledge of networking and Zero Trust Network Architectures
* Experience of continuity planning, incident management, and incident response
While Not Essential, The Following Would Be Advantageous
* CISM, CISSP, or CCSP qualification
* Experience with firewall administration
* Experience in working with identity management, data classification, and access control systems
* Knowledge of cryptography and secure communication protocols
Benefits
* 26 Days' Annual Leave – Plus Bank Holidays, increasing with length of service
* Holiday Buy Scheme – Purchase up to one additional week of leave per year
* Birthday Leave – Enjoy a paid day off to celebrate your birthday
* USS Pension Scheme – Hybrid defined benefit/defined contribution pension plan
* Healthcare Cash Plan – Claim back costs for everyday health expenses
* Enhanced Family Leave – Available from day one for maternity, paternity, and adoption
* Cycle to Work Scheme – Save on a new bike and accessories
* Season Ticket Loan – Interest‑free loan to help with commuting costs
* Professional Subscriptions – Reimbursement where applicable
* Learning budget – Annual funds for courses, books, or anything else that fuels your personal and professional growth
* Free On‑Site Gym – Stay active with access to our gym facilities
* Subsidised Canteen Lunches – Enjoy healthy meals at reduced prices
* Free Car Parking – On‑site parking available for staff
* Employee Discounts Portal – Access savings across retail, travel, and more
* Employee Assistance Programme – Confidential support for personal and work‑related issues
* Annual Flu Vaccination – Stay protected with free flu jabs
* Life Assurance Cover – Financial protection for your loved ones
The job advert closing date may change, so we recommend that if you are planning to apply that you do so without delay.
About UK Biobank: UK Biobank is a large‑scale biomedical database and research resource containing in‑depth genetic and health information from half a million UK participants. The database, the largest and most comprehensive of its kind in the world, is anonymised and made widely accessible by UK Biobank to global researchers to find new scientific discoveries about common and life‑threatening diseases such as cancer, heart disease and stroke.
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