Salary: £63,000 - 66,000 per year Requirements: 5 years of experience in Security Engineering, DevOps, or Infrastructure with a focus on Data Security Expert knowledge of at least one DSPM platform (e.g., Varonis, Cyera, BigID) Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift, and Helm Proficient in AWS or Azure cloud environments Strong proficiency in Python, Bash, or PowerShell, with solid SQL skills (SQL Server, Oracle, or PostgreSQL) Experience with Data Loss Prevention (DLP), IAM, and secure vaults (e.g., CyberArk) Deep understanding of Privacy and Security frameworks (GDPR, NIST, OWASP) Previous experience within a highly regulated banking environment is preferred Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent cloud security certifications are a plus Experience working within Scrum or Kanban frameworks using JIRA Responsibilities: Drive the expansion and enhancement of data security platforms (e.g., Varonis, Cyera, BigID) Execute structured and unstructured data scans across SMB, Confluence, and Jira to identify vulnerabilities Implement and optimize data discovery workflows using Python or Shell scripting for maximum scalability Manage deployments using Helm charts, Kubernetes/OpenShift, and integrate services across multi-environment setups (Dev/UAT/Prod/DR) Customize data discovery policies and classifiers to meet global regulatory requirements (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA) Work closely with Infrastructure, Governance, and Security teams to ensure architecture aligns with the latest software lifecycle patterns Technologies: AWS Azure Bash Cloud Confluence DevOps Docker Helm IAM JIRA Kanban Kubernetes OWASP OpenShift Oracle PostgreSQL PowerShell Python SQL Security SMB More: We are a global leader in digital transformation, seeking a Senior Data Security Engineer to join our high-profile data protection programme for a Tier 1 Global Banking client in Knutsford, Cheshire. This long-term contract role offers stability until mid-2026 and involves a hybrid working model (3 days in office and 2 days remote). Youll play a crucial part in shaping the future of the banks data security platform while benefiting from a collaborative and state-of-the-art engineering environment. last updated 7 week of 2026