Principal SecOps Engineer

Principal SecOps Engineer - Hybrid - Nottinghamshire - Up to £75000 + Bonus We're seeking an experienced Principal SecOps Engineer to take a leading role in strengthening our clients' security operations. This is a hands-on, strategic position within the Technical Operations team, where you'll set the direction for security practices, guide incident response, and support the growth of the wider team. Your responsibilities:

• Lead on security incidents, managing investigations through to resolution
• Design, implement, and maintain robust security controls across infrastructure and applications
• Drive the creation and execution of incident response plans, ensuring continuous improvements
• Integrate security practices seamlessly into the DevOps pipeline
• Manage and optimise monitoring tools to provide real-time threat visibility
• Carry out regular threat and vulnerability assessments, applying effective remediation strategies
• Coach and mentor colleagues, keeping the team ahead of evolving risks and technologies

What you bring:

• Significant experience in security operations across both cloud and on-premise environments
• In-depth understanding of security monitoring solutions, frameworks, and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CIS)
• Proficiency with automation and scripting to streamline security processes
• Background in Infrastructure as Code (ideally Terraform), audit/compliance activities, and securing CI/CD pipelines
• Strong communication skills with a proactive, problem-solving mindset

Benefits include:

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional wellbeing and community days, plus your birthday off
• Healthcare cash plan, company pension, life assurance, and recognition schemes
• Flexible hybrid working model, with ongoing training and career development
• A vibrant culture with regular team socials and events

Principal SecOps Engineer - Hybrid - Nottinghamshire - Up to £75000 + Bonus