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Salary: Competitive Salary
Contract Type: Full Time
Working Pattern: Permanent
The Opportunity - Information Security Engineer
About the role: The Information Security team is responsible for ensuring that JCB has the correct level of security integrity to protect our systems, information, personal data and people from cyber‑attacks and unauthorised access. We are looking for a hands‑on Cyber Security Engineer to join our on‑site Information Security team. This role is vital in ensuring the security and resilience of our IT systems. You will work closely with infrastructure, application and operations teams to improve existing systems and implement new ones to continuously enhance our security posture.
What does this role involve day to day?
* Lead and support various IT security projects, ensuring secure, timely and effective delivery.
* Lead and support business projects requiring IT Security input such as architecture or design.
* Manage and maintain cybersecurity tools to ensure strong, up‑to‑date defences across our on‑prem, cloud and SaaS environments.
* Collaborate with internal IT and third‑party teams to embed security into all aspects of our operations.
* Lead Incident Response activities and feed lessons into wider process for continuous improvement.
* Advise on security implications of new technologies and contribute to long‑term strategic decisions such as Roadmap and Risk Register.
* Monitor and respond to security alerts, incidents and vulnerabilities in real‑time, seeking continuous improvement.
* Assist with Security and Internal investigations.
* Support compliance with ISO 27001, NIST and Cyber Essentials Plus.
* Provide day‑to‑day support on security‑related issues and ensure changes follow robust change‑control processes.
* Maintain and enforce security policies, procedures and standards.
* Assist with internal and external audits and remediation activities.
* Seek opportunities to improve the group’s overall security posture.
This will be suited to you if...
* You’re passionate about cyber security and keeping up with the latest threats and mitigations.
* You can manage large global complex projects and deliver technical input and guidance.
* You have proven experience in hands‑on cyber security engineering or a similar role.
* You possess strong knowledge of network security, endpoint protection, and threat detection/protection.
* You understand security frameworks such as NIST and Cyber Essentials.
* You can work independently in a fast‑paced, on‑site environment.
* You excel at communicating complex technical issues to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
* You have the ability to assess risk, identify vulnerabilities and implement effective mitigation strategies.
* You have practical experience with a range of security tools and platforms, both on‑premises and cloud/SaaS environments.
* You have experience responding to security incidents and performing thorough root‑cause analysis.
* You are strong in documentation and have the ability to work with ITIL principles.
What happens next?
Ordinarily, our Resourcing Team reviews and shortlists CVs. If shortlisted, you’ll speak to one of our Recruiters to discuss the role further. Our interview process usually consists of an initial team interview followed by an in‑person interview. We’ll keep in touch throughout the process but if you have any questions, please get in touch at recruitment@jcb.com.
What’s in it for you?
This is your chance to join a company that values expertise not only in rewards but also in real employee care. At JCB you don’t just get a competitive salary, 33 days’ holiday and access to our company pension—you can also use our on‑site gym, in‑house doctor and dentist. We have an ULEV car scheme and the JCB Rewards Hub, which gives you discounts with high‑street retailers. There’s our Cycle to Work Scheme.
We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We’re committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair and inclusive. If you face any accessibility challenges with your online application and require additional support, please email recruitment@jcb.com and a member of our Resourcing Team will be in touch.
Recruitment Agencies: JCB does not accept any speculative approaches to present candidates for advertised vacancies.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Information Technology
Industries
Machinery Manufacturing
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