1 to 25 of 31 Contract Security Operations Jobs in England

Security SME/Security Architect (Microsoft Security) 18-Month Fixed-Term Contract (Day Rate Considered) Circa £72k per annum (negotiable dependent on experience) plus 35 days annual leave and generous pension scheme North West England | Hybrid (2 days on site) A large, complex UK university environment … seeking a Security SME/Architect to support the rollout and optimisation of the Microsoft Security stack as part of an ongoing, multi-year security transformation. This role requires deep, hands-on Microsoft Security expertise combined with strong architectural judgement and the ability to advise, challenge ...

Director/Head of Security Operations (Greenfield SOC Build - Central Government) Contract: 2+ Years Location: UK Hybrid/Remote Clearance: SC Desirable Sector: Central Government/Cyber Security Leadership Position Overview This appointment represents a rare opportunity to lead the establishment of a new, world-class Security Operations capability for a major central government organisation. The Director/Head of Security Operations will take ownership of defining the vision, shaping the security operating environment, and leading the implementation of a fully modernised SOC that underpins high-assurance digital services at national scale. ...

resilient, robust Network Platform and continuously review the industry and market, testing new concepts and technologies that can add value. Your purpose The Network Security Engineer supports the Lead Network Security Engineer in delivering the Network Security Roadmap. This role supports the implementation of Infosec-driven initiatives … acts as the second line of escalation for Network Security Incidents and ad hoc service and portfolio support requests. This role is accountable for establishing and maintaining secure network configurations, including firewalls, routers, switches, and VPNs, and periodically reviewing firewall rules and user access to the network. The Network ...

Title: Security Consulting Lead Location: Remote Type of employment: 06 months contract Active ready to transfer SC Clearance Required Responsibilities: As a Security Lead, you will be responsible for: Leading the effort and teams to enable development and implementation of proprietary and innovative security solutions. Assess, manage … Engage with multiple teams and contribute on key decisions. Provide solutions to problems for their immediate team and across multiple teams. Advanced proficiency in Security Capability Current State Assessment is required. Advanced level of proficiency in Security Metrics Development is recommended. Security Strategy & Planning, Security Planning ...

creating robust PowerShell and Python Runbooks within Azure Automation for routine configuration management, scheduled maintenance, and automated incident remediation actions. Security Operations (SecOps) and Threat Response: Implementing proactive threat detection and automated security response capabilities. This involves active utilisation of Microsoft Defender for Cloud (for CSPM … CWPP) and Microsoft Sentinel, developing automated security workflows and playbooks using Azure Logic Apps to enforce security policy. Financial Operations (FinOps) and Cost Governance: Accountability for continuous Usage Optimisation, including reviewing resource sizing and implementing cost allocation policies. The engineer will enforce budget controls and governance ...

creating robust PowerShell and Python Runbooks within Azure Automation for routine configuration management, scheduled maintenance, and automated incident remediation actions. Security Operations (SecOps) and Threat Response: Implementing proactive threat detection and automated security response capabilities. This involves active utilisation of Microsoft Defender for Cloud (for CSPM … CWPP) and Microsoft Sentinel, developing automated security workflows and playbooks using Azure Logic Apps to enforce security policy. Financial Operations (FinOps) and Cost Governance: Accountability for continuous Usage Optimisation, including reviewing resource sizing and implementing cost allocation policies. The engineer will enforce budget controls and governance ...

Engineer - Microsoft Defender Security Operations 3 months London - onsite Inside IR35 - Umbrella only Role Overview We are seeking an accomplished IT Engineer with specialist expertise in the Microsoft Defender security ecosystem. The successful candidate will strengthen cyber defence across endpoints, identities, cloud services, and hybrid infrastructure. … Responsibilities Security operations and threat defence Manage and optimise Microsoft Defender across Endpoint, Identity, Cloud Apps, Office 365, and Cloud Security Posture Management. Monitor alerts and conduct threat investigations. Support incident response with containment and remediation. Conduct proactive threat hunting. Platform administration and governance Configure policy baselines ...

Build (Greenfield Government SOC Programme) Contract: 2+ Years Location: UK Hybrid/Remote Clearance: SC (or willing to obtain) Sector: Central Government/Cyber Security Programme Value: Multi-year, multi-million-pound SOC transformation programme Role Summary The Senior Programme Manager will lead the end-to-end delivery … greenfield Security Operations Centre (SOC) for a major central government organisation. This includes replacing legacy security services, modernising fragmented tooling, and delivering an integrated, end-to-end cyber capability across cloud-based digital platforms. This role is suited to a senior delivery leader with deep experience building ...

Greetings!AdroitPeopleiscurrentlyhiring Title: Network Security Engineer Location: Guildford Business Park Guildford Surrey GU2 8XG OR Bournemouth, UK WorkMode:Onsite Duration: Contract or 6 Months FTC Keywords:Cisco, Network Security Engineer, Check Point firewalls (R80.x),F5,HLD/LLD Job Spec: We are seeking a highly skilled L4 Network … Security Engineer with deep expertise in Cisco security technologies, Check Point firewalls, and F5 APM. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, optimizing, and troubleshooting enterprise security solutions across multi-site and data center environments. This role requires hands-on experience in platform installations, upgrades ...

recruiting on behalf of our client foran experienced Technical Lead to lead and manage our clients Infrastructure projects team, focusing on specific security remediation workstreams across our enterprise systems and shared infrastructure services. You will act as the primary technical lead and solutions architect for these workstreams ensuring scalable … secureand resilient solutions that align with organisational objectives. This role will be withinthe infrastructure projects teamand act as the technical lead for all security/vulnerability remediation activities of the current Windows endpoint and server estate, with?an initial?focus of Cyber Essentials compliance. The role will also ...

recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Technical Lead, to lead and manage our Infrastructure projects team, focusing on specific security remediation workstreams across our enterprise systems and shared infrastructure services. You will act as the primary technical lead and solutions architect for these workstreams ensuring scalable … resilient solutions that align with organisational objectives. This role will be within the infrastructure projects team and act as the technical lead for all security/vulnerability remediation activities of the current Windows endpoint and server estate, with an initial focus of Cyber Essentials compliance. The role will also ...

directly impact staff and student experience. This role will be within the infrastructure projects team and be directly responsible for undertaking a range of security/vulnerability remediation activities of the current Windows endpoint and server estate, with an initial focus of Cyber Essentials compliance. Candidates may also … provide general support activities for the current Windows estate and related on-going Windows infrastructure maintenance tasks. The overall objective is to assist with security/venerability patching, applications packaging other areas of support for the University’s estate of approximately 4,500 Windows 11 devices, plus the University ...

currently looking to recruit a SOC Threat Detection Analyst subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract. This role can start on an SC Security Clearance basis, however DV Clearance will be required down the line. This role would suit someone from a Cyber Security Analyst, SOC Analyst … weekInitially may not be expected to do nights until team grows. SOC Threat Detection Analyst Job Description: An opportunity has arisen in the cyber security operations centre (SOC) within Information Management (IM) for a SOC Threat Detection Analyst. Supporting the Senior SOC analysts in assisting IM meet ...

currently looking to recruit 8x SOC Threat Detection Analyst subcontractors on an initial 6 month contract. This role can start on an SC Security Clearance basis, however DV Clearance will be required down the line. This role would suit someone from a Cyber Security Analyst, SOC Analyst … Initially may not be expected to do nights until team grows. SOC Threat Detection Analyst Job Description: An opportunity has arisen in the cyber security operations centre (SOC) within Information Management (IM) for a SOC Threat Detection Analyst. Supporting the Senior SOC analysts in assisting IM meet ...

SECURITY ARCHITECT - AWS Summer-Browning Associates is supporting our client in the Central Government who is seeking a Security Architect for an initial 6-month assignment, with the possibility of extension. Location: London | Hybrid The ideal candidate will possess an active NPPV3 and SC clearance, along with … strong background in Security Architecture within a high-threat government environment. The following skills and experience are required: A solid understanding of High-Level Infrastructure Architecture (HLD). Experience in implementing and managing security monitoring solutions, as well as developing custom alerts to detect anomalies and potential threats ...

Cyber Security Lead SOC Analysts, Splunk, DV Security Cleared, required by our government services client based Milton Keynes, Bucks commutable from Northampton, East Midlands, Bedford, Luton, Peterborough. Paying 655 a day - Umbrella Company Working in an DV (Developed Vetting) Security cleared environment. You will hold a current … Security Clearance, or be eligible to undertake. The role requires working as part of a 24/7 shift pattern. This pattern will include weekends and bank holidays. To start in the New Year Skills and Experience Required: Experience of SPLUNK with in a Security Operations Centre ...

global telco organisation is seeking an experienced Project Manager with strong knowledge of the security domain to lead a major transition project.You will work closely with the Cybersecurity Operations Centre (CSOC) and senior stakeholders to transition tools, operations, and people into a new operating model . Familiarity … with security processes and tools such as SIEM and Microsoft Sentinel is essential. Location: London ( Hybrid - 1 day/week) Contract Length: Initial 3 months Rate: TBC (inside IR35) Start: ASAP Key Responsibilities Manage the transition of security tools, operations, and teams into a new operating model ...

IR35 Status: Inside Start: ASAP A Senior SOC Analyst (SC Cleared) is required for our Government client to be part of their security team providing a 24x7 service helping to protect the organisation from cyber threats. You will be part of a 24x7 team responsible for monitoring their systems … detecting potential security incidents and initiating the incident response process. Essential skills & experience required: As the Senior SOC Analyst you will possess current security clearance to SC Level together with experience of SPLUNK within a security operations centre (SOC) Possess excellent problem solving abilities, attention ...

role is crucial for enhancing threat detection capabilities and requires a blend of technical expertise and collaboration skills. If you have a passion for security engineering and are ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you! What You'll Be Doing: SIEM Solution Development: Collaborate with … security analysts and architects to design and implement SIEM solutions using Elasticsearch. optimise SIEM rules, alerts, and dashboards to ensure efficient threat detection. Collaboration: Work closely with team members to drive key security objectives forward. You'll also be responsible for presenting findings and writing documentation tailored ...

expertise in Elasticsearch to join our dynamic team. As a SIEM engineer, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining our security information and event management (SIEM) system. Your focus will be on leveraging Elasticsearch and related technologies to enhance threat detection, incident response, and overall … security posture. - 3 days on site in Birmingham (Please ensure you are local before applying) - £400 - £500 p/d depending on experience - Inside IR35 Collaborate with security analysts and architects to design and implement SIEM solutions using Elasticsearch. Optimize SIEM rules, alerts, and dashboards for efficient threat ...

ANALYST | CYBER SECURITY ANALYST Summer-Browning Associates is supporting our client in the Central Government who is seeking a SOC/Cyber Security Analyst for an initial 6-month assignment, with the possibility of extension. Location: Milton Keynes | London | Hybrid The ideal candidates will hold active … clearance and have a proven background in Cyber Security Operation Centres working within a high-threat government environment: Experience in SOC operations, incident response, and forensic analysis. Proficiency in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), including tools such as Sentinel, Splunk, Defender, Qualys, Tenable, Huntsman & LogRhyth Ability ...

Title: Security Consulting Lead Location: Remote Type of employment: 06 months contract Active ready to transfer SC Clearance Required Responsibilities: As a Security Lead, you will be responsible for: Leading the effort and teams to enable development and implementation of proprietary and innovative security solutions click apply ...

Duration: 3 Months with possible extension Day rate: £450 - £550 via Umbrella Overview We are looking for an SIEM Application Engineer to support our security operations by reviewing and optimising detections within our production Elastic Security platform. This role focuses solely on detection analysis, rule refinement … reporting , rather than SIEM platform engineering or DevOps. Key Responsibilities Analyse alerts generated by Elastic Security and validate detection accuracy. Tune and optimise existing Elastic SIEM detection rules to improve fidelity and reduce false positives. Map detections to the MITRE ATT&CK framework and identify coverage gaps. Produce clear ...

containment steps and escalate confirmed threats to senior analysts. Record incidents thoroughly in tickets and reports to support investigations. Help maintain and fine-tune security tools to improve detection and response capabilities. What you'll need to succeed Experience within Security Operations Strong attention to detail … British nationality (single nationality only), with residency in the UK for at least 5 of the past 10 years. Ability to obtain UK Government Security Clearance. A commitment to working onsite What you'll get in return 12 Month Contract £570 per day via Umbrella Company (inside IR35) Fully ...

TSOM development + implementation projects. In-depth technical experience on ServiceNow ITSM and other common modules -eg- TSOM, ITOM, ITAM, HRSD, CSM, GRC, SecOps + custom applications. Leading the design, development + implementation of ServiceNow solutions. Proven expertise in ServiceNow integrations including: REST, SOAP, APIs, MID Servers. Designing, developing + ...