Cyber Security Engineer
Posted Today by Computappoint
£575 Per day
Outside
Hybrid
London, UK
Summary: Our financial services client is looking for a Cyber Security Engineer to lead hands-on security improvement projects, particularly focusing on achieving Cyber Essentials Plus certification. The role requires deep technical expertise in various security platforms and a proven track record in regulated industries. The ideal candidate will work autonomously to deliver practical security solutions with minimal supervision. This position is hybrid, requiring three days onsite at Liverpool Street.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the organisations Cyber Essentials Plus recertification process and related compliance work
- Implement and optimise Netskope Layer 7 security policies, identifying and resolving configuration gaps
- Enhance Microsoft Purview configurations, including DLP controls and data classification frameworks
- Assist in the implementation of CyberArk as their IAM/PAM security platform
- CrowdStrike set up and configuration
Key Skills:
- Must have demonstrable experience supporting the end-to-end Cyber Essentials Plus certification
- Strong technical expertise with Mimecast, Netskope, CrowdStrike, CyberArk, and Microsoft Purview platforms
- In-depth understanding of security architectures within Microsoft 365/Azure ecosystems and E5 environments
- Professional experience within regulated sectors, particularly financial services industries
- Proactive delivery, with the capability to manage deliverables autonomously
- Strong communication skills for business-focused (non-technical) audiences
Salary: £575/day
City: London
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: IT
- Rate: £575/day Outside IR35
- Hybrid: 3-day onsite (Liverpool Street)
- Project Duration: Initial 3-month contract
- Rate: £575/day
- Hybrid: 3 days per week onsite (Liverpool Street)
- Industry: Financial Services/Highly regulated environment
- Duration: Initial 3 months
Job Summary:
Our financial services client is seeking a highly skilled Cyber Security Engineer to deliver hands-on security improvement projects, including passing Cyber Essentials Plus certification with flying colours.
They need deep technical expertise in Netskope, CrowdStrike, CyberArk, Microsoft Purview, and Mimecast. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in regulated industries and a track record of delivering practical security solutions with minimal supervision.
Key Requirements:
- Support the organisations Cyber Essentials Plus recertification process and related compliance work
- Implement and optimise Netskope Layer 7 security policies, identifying and resolving configuration gaps
- Enhance Microsoft Purview configurations, including DLP controls and data classification frameworks
- Assist in the implementation of CyberArk as their IAM/PAM security platform
- CrowdStrike set up and configuration
- Must have demonstrable experience supporting the end-to-end Cyber Essentials Plus certification
- Strong technical expertise with Mimecast, Netskope, CrowdStrike, CyberArk, and Microsoft Purview platforms
- In-depth understanding of security architectures within Microsoft 365/Azure ecosystems and E5 environments
- Professional experience within regulated sectors, particularly financial services industries
- Proactive delivery, with the capability to manage deliverables autonomously
- Strong communication skills for business-focused (non-technical) audiences
