Cyber Security Engineer

Cyber Security Engineer

Posted Today by Experis UK

£450 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
Warwickshire, England, United Kingdom

Summary: The Data Security Engineer role involves joining a cyber security team to protect sensitive data and enhance security frameworks within a leading organization. The position requires designing, implementing, and maintaining data security solutions while ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Candidates must have SC Clearance or be eligible for it and will work in a hybrid arrangement. This is a contract position lasting three months initially.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement data security policies to safeguard sensitive information
  • Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability testing to identify potential security gaps
  • Design and maintain encryption, access control, and authentication systems
  • Monitor network activity, detect threats, and respond to security incidents
  • Collaborate with IT and infrastructure teams to integrate security solutions
  • Ensure compliance with regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, and ISO 27001
  • Stay up to date with emerging cybersecurity threats and industry best practices

Key Skills:

  • Proven experience in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field
  • Strong background in data protection, encryption, and security frameworks
  • Hands-on experience with firewalls, SIEM tools, and intrusion detection systems
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Desirable Certifications CISSP, CISM, Or CEH (preferred But Not Essential)

Salary (Rate): £450.00 daily

City: Warwick

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Data Security Engineer (SC Cleared / Eligible) Location: Warwick (Hybrid - 50/50) Contract Duration: 3 months initial (until 26/10/2026) Clearance: Must be SC Cleared or eligible for SC Clearance Rate: £450.00 a day via Umbrella

The Role

We are currently seeking an experienced Data Security Engineer to join a high-performing cyber security team. This is an exciting contract opportunity to play a key role in protecting sensitive data and strengthening security frameworks within a leading organisation. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining data security solutions, ensuring robust protection against evolving cyber threats while maintaining compliance with industry regulations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement data security policies to safeguard sensitive information
  • Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability testing to identify potential security gaps
  • Design and maintain encryption, access control, and authentication systems
  • Monitor network activity, detect threats, and respond to security incidents
  • Collaborate with IT and infrastructure teams to integrate security solutions
  • Ensure compliance with regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, and ISO 27001
  • Stay up to date with emerging cybersecurity threats and industry best practices

Skills & Experience Required

  • Proven experience in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field
  • Strong background in data protection, encryption, and security frameworks
  • Hands-on experience with firewalls, SIEM tools, and intrusion detection systems
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Desirable Certifications CISSP, CISM, Or CEH (preferred But Not Essential)

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