Security Engineer (MS Defender / AWS)
Rate – Circa £500 per day (Inside IR35)
Duration – 8 months / until July 2026
Location – Bristol / Bath area – once a week on site
We’re seeking a Security Engineer to support ongoing security operations while playing a key role in a major data centre migration. You’ll work across on-prem and AWS environments, collaborating with both internal stakeholders and third-party partners.
Responsibilities:
* Optimise and streamline security logs to reduce platform costs
* Review and enhance Zscaler and MS Defender configurations
* Strengthen and refine role-based access controls
* Support and validate security actions during a physical data centre move, ensuring alignment with external suppliers
Skills & Experience:
* Strong stakeholder management and adaptability
* Proficiency with MS Defender, MS Sentinel, Trellix, Zscaler
* Experience with log optimisation tools
* AWS experience