Job Title: Security Operations Engineer Location: Worcestershire Salary: £35,000 The Company Join a growing and innovative professional services business, operating at the forefront of cybersecurity across both IT and industrial environments. With a strong focus on compliance, threat detection, and operational resilience, the company empowers its clients to meet and exceed modern security standards. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team, working alongside cybersecurity specialists and reporting directly to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). Role & Responsibilities As a Security Operations Engineer, you’ll support both the internal security programme and the delivery of managed security services for a diverse client base. Your responsibilities will span from triaging and investigating threats, to maintaining SIEM and MDR systems, to ensuring compliance with key regulations such as GDPR and NIS 2. You’ll take a proactive role in identifying vulnerabilities, supporting incident response planning, and ensuring security policies are enforced across the organisation and client networks. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about both IT and OT security, looking to expand their experience in a hands-on role. Your Skills & Experience Required: 3 years of experience in IT security / cybersecurity Certifications such as CompTIA Security, CCNA Security, or equivalent Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and threat analysis Experience with SIEM, MDR/XDR, and incident triage Solid knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux, Cisco) Excellent communication skills - ability to collaborate across teams and with clients Desirable: Hands-on experience with security tools: firewalls, IPS/IDS, VPNs, WAF, endpoint protection Knowledge of Operational Technology (OT) systems: PLCs, SCADA, industrial networking Exposure to coding/DevOps environments Penetration testing skills or relevant certifications Company Benefits Work on innovative cybersecurity challenges across both IT and OT environments Career development opportunities within a fast-growing organisation Collaborate with a highly skilled team of industry experts Involvement in projects with real-world security impact Supportive environment that encourages continuous learning and development