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The Opportunity
We're working in close partnership with a major defence systems integrator who is delivering high-profile, mission-critical systems in support of UK national security. As part of this growing programme of work, we are looking to identify a security-cleared Cyber Security Engineer who will play a key role in protecting some of the UK's most sensitive digital environments.
This is a hybrid role with on-site requirements in Farnborough 2 to 3 days per week, offering the chance to work on a cutting-edge programme supporting critical national infrastructure.
You must be eligible for DV Clearance for this role.
The Role
You'll be joining a collaborative, high-performance technical team focused on the secure delivery and support of new IT applications and infrastructure for a sensitive government customer.
Your Core Responsibilities Will Include
* Leading and executing vulnerability scanning, management, and reporting
* Implementing and maintaining endpoint security measures, including AV/anti-malware compliance
* Conducting system hardening and security compliance audits against frameworks like CIS, STIG, and NIST
* Contributing to incident response, forensic investigations, and remediation activities
* Assessing the security impact of changes, supporting secure design and assurance processes
* Producing and maintaining detailed security documentation (HLDs/LLDs, SOPs, compliance reports)
You'll also represent cyber security interests across a range of key stakeholder meetings including Security Working Groups, PI Planning sessions, and daily stand-ups with the Blue/Green Team.
The Person
To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Need
* Proven experience in a Cyber Security Engineering role, ideally within the defence or secure government sector
* Strong hands-on expertise across vulnerability management, endpoint protection, and incident response
* Familiarity with frameworks such as Government Functional Standard 007, CIS, STIG, and NIST
* A proactive, collaborative mindset with the ability to engage across multidisciplinary technical teams
* The ability to gain or already hold DV (Developed Vetting) security clearance
* Strong documentation skills and experience supporting secure system design and assurance activities
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team at the forefront of UK defence innovation and to contribute to projects of genuine national importance.
Salary is up to £65,000 with excellent benefits.
If you would like to learn more, please apply through the advert and I will be in touch to discuss in more detail.
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Information Technology
* Industries
Computer and Network Security
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