Cyber Security Engineer

Cyber Security Engineer London | Hybrid (4 days onsite)About the CompanyA fast-growing, technology-led financial services business is looking for a Cyber Security Engineer to join its expanding security function.Operating within a highly regulated environment, the organisation combines the pace and innovation of a modern tech company with the complexity of enterprise-scale infrastructure. Security is a major investment area for the business, with a strong focus on cloud security, cyber resilience, automation, and intelligent threat detection.This is an opportunity to join a collaborative team where security is seen as a business enabler — not a blocker.The RoleThis is a hands-on engineering position suited to someone who enjoys solving complex security challenges across modern cloud and enterprise environments.You’ll play a key role in strengthening detection capabilities, improving visibility across systems, enhancing incident response processes, and driving automation initiatives within a mature but evolving cyber function.The role offers broad exposure across security engineering, detection engineering, cloud security, incident response, vulnerability management, and security architecture.Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and improve security controls across cloud and enterprise infrastructure
• Enhance SIEM, SOAR, and EDR/XDR capabilities including alerting, tuning, and integrations
• Build intelligent detection and response workflows
• Develop automation solutions using scripting and AI-assisted tooling
• Lead technical investigations and incident response activities
• Improve threat visibility and reduce false positives through detection engineering
• Conduct vulnerability management and remediation initiatives
• Partner with engineering, infrastructure, and DevOps teams to embed security into operational processes and CI/CD pipelines
• Perform threat modelling, security reviews, and risk assessments
• Support compliance and audit initiatives across regulated environments
• Contribute to security standards, documentation, and operational best practices
• Monitor emerging threats and recommend improvements to security posture

Technical EnvironmentThe team works across a modern cloud-first stack with exposure to:

• SIEM / SOAR platforms
• EDR/XDR tooling
• AWS cloud environments
• Identity & Access Management
• Vulnerability Management
• Security Automation & Scripting
• CSPM tooling
• AI-assisted security operations

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years’ experience within Cyber Security Engineering, Security Operations, or Detection Engineering
• Strong understanding of cloud security and modern enterprise environments
• Hands-on experience with SIEM, EDR/XDR, and incident response workflows
• Experience with scripting or automation using Python, PowerShell, or similar
• Knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, or CIS
• Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to operate across multiple security domains
• Experience within regulated or financial environments is beneficial but not essential

Desirable certifications include CISSP, CCSP, CEH, or AWS Security Specialty.Why Apply?

• High-impact role within a growing cyber security team
• Strong investment in modern security tooling and automation
• Broad technical exposure across cloud, infrastructure, and security operations
• Opportunity to influence security strategy and engineering direction
• Collaborative and technically progressive environment
• Competitive package and long-term growth opportunities

London-based role with hybrid working (4 days onsite / 1 day remote)Eligo Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Eligo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive and equitable environment for employees and applicants. We actively celebrate and embrace differences, including but not limited to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, and disability. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and all will be considered for employment without discrimination. At Eligo Recruitment diversity, equity and inclusion is integral to achieving our mission to ensure every workplace reflects the richness of human diversity.