Senior Cyber Security Engineer

Location: Reading, UK Salary: £50,000 – £75,000 Hours: 36.25 per week, Monday to Friday, 9am-5.15pm Hybrid Working (1 day per week in the office) | Permanent Role

Are you ready to take the lead in defending digital frontiers? My client is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Engineer who thrives on challenge, innovation, and making a real impact in a dynamic and supportive environment.

As a key player in the security team, you’ll:

• Provide expert technical guidance on securing IT assets, systems design, and change control.
• Lead the technical vulnerability management programme, with a focus on application security, WAFs, and secure development pipelines.
• Mentor junior team members and offer strategic security leadership.
• Investigate security incidents and support recovery in complex environments.
• Represent Security as a Subject Matter Expert across projects and meetings.
• Drive awareness through training, supplier reviews, and client security assessments.

• Strong knowledge of security tools and infrastructure: WAFs, SIEM, AV, firewalls, TCP/IP, and more.
• Familiarity with OWASP, zero-trust, SASE, and risk-based vulnerability management.
• A background in infrastructure or networks.
• Working towards or holding certifications like CISSP, GCIA, Security+, CCNA/CCNP.
• Understanding of ISO27001, Cyber Essentials, and AAF frameworks.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to create clear technical documentation.

• Impactful Work: Your expertise will directly influence the organisation’s security posture.
• Supportive Culture: A collaborative environment that values innovation and continuous learning.
• Work-Life Balance: Structured workweek with flexibility and hybrid options.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to lead, mentor, and shape the future of cyber security.