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SIEM Software Engineering Lead, Southampton
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Client:
BT Group
Location:
Southampton, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
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Job Views:
6
Posted:
22.06.2025
Expiry Date:
06.08.2025
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Job Description:
What you’ll be doing
* Kubernetes DevOps/SysOps Engineering role managing Kubernetes clusters and container orchestration, automating deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications.
* Implement best practices for Kubernetes configuration and security.
* Configuration, deployment and maintenance of Elastic Stack on Kubernetes (ECK)
* Work with log Collection Tools and Technologies (Beats, Elastic Agent, Logstash), syslog and other data collection protocols
* DevOps/SysOps Engineering collaborating with cross-functional teams (development, operations, and QA) to streamline software delivery and automating deployment pipelines using CI/CD tools
* Troubleshoot issues along the CI/CD pipeline
* Technical leadership working in a high performing team of engineers delivering state of the art security tools for BT.
* Be an active member of the SIEM/CDP log onboarding team, delivering SIEM/CDP functionality in line with the requirements.
* Act as product owner, breaking down top level requirements into product backlogs as part of quarterly/sprint planning
* Lead on several complex technical deliverables ensuring work is completed on time and within budget
* To continually develop professional cyber skills and awareness, to always remain ahead of our attackers, and develop the skills of others in the unit
* To own / provide input into development and implementation of operational, processes policies and procedures, including platform and SecOps processes.
* Proactively drive forward continuous improvement within the team
* To be/become a recognized expert in at least one Cyber technology
* Interface with program and project managers to ensure appropriate security architecture engagement as necessary.
* Provide effective technology coaching and mentoring both inside and outside the team.
* Growth mindset and a desire to learn, teach, and improve skills.
* Previous ownership of mission-critical shared infrastructure
Skills Required for the Role
* End-to-End Solution Delivery: Expertise in taking ownership of a requirement from start to finish, including gathering detailed requirements, designing, and implementing robust, innovative solutions.
* Experience with containerization technology and orchestration platforms e.g. Docker, Kubernetes
* Hands-on experience in installing, configuring, operating, and monitoring CI/CD pipeline tools
* Vast working experience on Gitlab CI or GitHub Actions
* Experience in monitoring tools as Grafana, ELK
* Experience in Agile software development systems and JIRA Tools.
* Understanding IT, network services and security
* Ability to collaborate effectively with others to drive forward key security objectives
* Strong communication skills including presentation and documentation writing (to both technical and business audiences)
* An aptitude for autonomous learning as required by the demands of the business
* Proven problem-solving abilities
* Assertiveness, and the ability to drive through change
* Excellent team working skills including the ability to work effectively within a geographically disparate team
Advantageous:
* SIEM Experience with Elastic Stack (ELK)
* Knowledge of ArgoCD, Terraform
* Knowledge CI/CD tools Ansible, Circle CI, Jenkins, Parker, Terraform
* Knowledge of Offensive testing frameworks
* Knowledge of Linux, Windows and Network Administration
* Knowledge and experience of cloud services (public or private), OpenStack and K8S
* Knowledge of Telecoms Security Act (TSA)
* Knowledge of architectural concepts such as microservices, service mesh.
* Strong knowledge of security policy/regulatory frameworks
Experience Required for the Role
* Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or other related fields
* 5+ years experience in a Dev Ops Role demonstrating ownership of a critical platform
* Experience leading a Dev Ops squad proving oversight and leadership for the members.
* From January 2025, equal family leave: receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate. It’s for all parents, no matter how your family is made up.
* Enhanced women’s health support: including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more.
* 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
* 24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues
* 2 weeks carer’s leave
* World-class training and development opportunities
* Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes.
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