Overview
Role Title: Security Engineer
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: 31st Mar 2026
Location: South of Manchester or Glasgow - 3 days on site per week
Rate: £600 per day - PAYE via Umbrella Only
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
* Design and implement security controls across containerised environments using Kubernetes and OpenShift
* Ensure secure configuration and access management within GitLab version control and CI/CD pipelines
* Integrate and secure telemetry tools including Cribl, Elastic, Splunk, Fluentd, and Syslog
* Conduct threat modelling, vulnerability assessments, and risk analysis for the telemetry pipeline
* Collaborate with DevOps engineers to embed security into infrastructure-as-code and deployment workflows
* Monitor and respond to security events and alerts from observability platforms
* Maintain documentation of security architecture, policies, and incident response procedures
Required Skills & Experience
* Strong hands-on experience with Kubernetes and OpenShift in secure production environments
* Proficiency in GitLab and secure CI/CD pipeline practices
* Familiarity with telemetry and logging tools: Cribl, Elastic, Splunk, Fluentd, and Syslog
* Deep understanding of networking protocols, firewalls, VPNs, and security principles
* Experience with security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and compliance requirements
* Knowledge of container security tools (e.g., Aqua, Twistlock, Trivy) and vulnerability scanners
* Excellent analytical and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
* Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CKS (Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist), or equivalent
* Experience in building MVPs or working in startup-like environments
* Familiarity with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)
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