25 of 25 Contract Security Engineer Jobs in the UK

CYBER SECURITY ENGINEER | SECURITY OPERATIONS CENTER (SOC). Summer-Browning Associates is supporting our client in the Central Government who is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer for an initial 12-month assignment, with the possibility of extension. Location: London | Hybrid| Remote The ideal candidate will hold an active DV clearance and have a solid background … in Cyber Security working within a high-threat government environment, with the following skills and experience: Proficiency in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), including tools such as Splunk, Defender, and Tenable Threat Modelling System solutions, as well as with IDS/IPS and vulnerability scanners. Experience in SOC operations, incident response, and forensic analysis. Ability to perform … triage of security events to determine their scope, priority, and impact, while making recommendations for efficient remediation. Experience in network security principles, firewalls, and access control mechanisms. Preferred Qualifications: - Industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GIAC are highly desirable. To apply, please submit your latest CV for review. More ❯

Infrastructure Security Engineer We are currently recruiting for a Infrastructure Security Engineer on a 6 month initial contract. Hybrid basis (2-3 days), office location being London. They are looking for a candidate to take responsibility for leading, guiding, supporting and delivering secure architectural design for the group cyber security maturity programme. They are also … looking for a candidate who is able to provide advice and recommendations for the programme. Key Skills Support the integration of new cyber security technologies that meets the next generation threats and can be adopted by the group globally You will be required to travel to the local sites, data centre or multiple offices location in order to complete … your tasks for off the network countries. Support global cyber security team to ensure open Continuous Security Improvement Programme (CSIP's) are managed effectively up to closure Information Security Management System (Infrastructure Security Operations). Azure cloud infrastructure and configuration. System Centre Configuration Manager, Operations Manager and Virtual Machine Manager. Microsoft Exchange online Azure and on More ❯

Job Title: Senior Network Security Engineer Location: Kidlington or Southampton Contract Type: Temporary Daily Rate: £450 - outside IR35 Contract Length: 16 months Join Our Team!Are you an experienced Network Security Engineer ready to make an impact in the public services sector? We are looking for talented individuals to join our client Thames Valley Police at … either their offices in Kidlington or the Hampshire Police Offices in Southampton. What You'll Do:As a Senior Network Security Engineer, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing our wide area and local area communications network infrastructure. Your expertise will ensure the security and efficiency of our network operations. Key Responsibilities: Utilise network … junior network engineers, fostering a culture of best practises within the technical team. What We're Looking For: Recent experience (within last two years) of a Network Administrator/Engineer role working with Cisco routers and switches with a minimum of five years experience within network engineering roles Able to articulate technical designs and principles to a non-technical More ❯

Job Title: Senior Network Security Engineer Location: Kidlington or Southampton Contract Type: Temporary Daily Rate: £450 - outside IR35 Contract Length: 16 months Join Our Team! Are you an experienced Network Security Engineer ready to make an impact in the public services sector? We are looking for talented individuals to join our client Thames Valley Police at … either their offices in Kidlington or the Hampshire Police Offices in Southampton. What You'll Do: As a Senior Network Security Engineer, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing our wide area and local area communications network infrastructure. Your expertise will ensure the security and efficiency of our network operations. Key Responsibilities: Utilise network … junior network engineers, fostering a culture of best practises within the technical team. What We're Looking For: Recent experience (within last two years) of a Network Administrator/Engineer role working with Cisco routers and switches with a minimum of five years experience within network engineering roles Able to articulate technical designs and principles to a non-technical More ❯

Job Title: Senior Network Security Engineer Location: Kidlington or Southampton Contract Type: Temporary Daily Rate: £450 - outside IR35 Contract Length: 16 months Join Our Team!Are you an experienced Network Security Engineer ready to make an impact in the public services sector? We are looking for talented individuals to join our client Thames Valley Police at … either their offices in Kidlington or the Hampshire Police Offices in Southampton. What You'll Do:As a Senior Network Security Engineer, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing our wide area and local area communications network infrastructure. Your expertise will ensure the security and efficiency of our network operations. Key Responsibilities: Utilise network … junior network engineers, fostering a culture of best practises within the technical team. What We're Looking For: Recent experience (within last two years) of a Network Administrator/Engineer role working with Cisco routers and switches with a minimum of five years experience within network engineering roles Able to articulate technical designs and principles to a non-technical More ❯

Mobile Application Security Engineer Rate: £650 per day Inside IR35 Duration: 6 months Location: Bristol/Hybrid (onsite once a month) We have an exciting opportunity for a Mobile Application Security Engineer to join a leading organisation on a contract basis. You'll play a key role in strengthening the security of large-scale mobile … applications, working across both iOS and Android platforms. Partnering with engineering and cyber security teams, you'll embed and enhance mobile security throughout the development lifecycle shaping tooling strategy, driving automation and promoting a 'Secure by Design' culture. Key Responsibilities Design and implement automated mobile security testing and vulnerability scanning within the mobile SDLC. Define and deliver … the mobile app security tooling and technology strategy. Run proof of concepts for new tools and integrate them into CI/CD pipelines. Roll out, optimise and measure the effectiveness of mobile security tooling. Triage vulnerabilities, identify false positives and provide remediation and risk guidance. Build strong partnerships with engineering and security stakeholders. Implement and maintain a More ❯

SC Cleared Cyber Security Engineer- 3 months+ - £600-650pd Inside IR35 - Hybrid ( 1-2 days on site in London) The person will be joining the MIP team (Monitoring and Integration Platform) within Technology Services. The Technology Services team is responsible for all infrastructure, end user computing, onsite support and delivery of technology projects. It has responsibility for … devices and infrastructure across 900+ sites. The requirement is to deliver against the initial phase of the security monitoring project-onboarding 67 critical services and 72+ services proactively monitored by our in-house SOC (Security Operations Centre). Essential Criteria for the Role 2+ years in security platforms management (SIEM, SOAR). Expertise in enterprise-level monitoring … and supporting large user bases (10,000+ users). Experience in creating/managing security playbooks and knowledge of public sector standards. Experience in Xsiam correlation/playbooks. Excellent communication skills, able to articulate technical concepts to diverse audiences. Technical requirements Proven experience with Cortex XDR, Cortex Data Lake, and Cortex XSOAR. Solid understanding of cloud security, network More ❯

Microsoft 365 E5 Security Engineer (Contract) Central London (onsite 3 days per week) 3-month contract Up to £425 per day (Outside IR35) Start: ASAP We’re looking for an experienced Microsoft 365 E5 Security Engineer to join our client in Central London on a part-time contract basis. You’ll play a key role in … deploying, tuning, and enforcing Microsoft 365 E5 security capabilities as part of a phased rollout programme. Key Responsibilities Provide onsite consultancy and hands-on support for Microsoft 365 E5 Security deployment. Configure and optimise security controls including RBAC guardrails, telemetry, and consent policies. Lead pilot testing and fine-tuning of security features with selected user cohorts. … Support enforcement of final security controls and handover documentation. Collaborate with internal IT and security teams to ensure smooth adoption and knowledge transfer. Experience Required Proven expertise in Microsoft 365 E5 Security , including Defender, Purview, Entra, and related toolsets. Strong understanding of RBAC, compliance, identity protection, and endpoint security within M365. Ability to work independently onsite More ❯

Monitoring & Analytics Security Engineer- £600PD- Hybrid We're looking for a skilled and driven Security Engineer to join our small, focused team building a telemetry pipeline MVP. You'll play a key role in designing and securing our containerized environments, ensuring observability tools and infrastructure are built with security at their core. This role blends … deep technical expertise with a hands-on, collaborative approach ideal for someone who thrives in fast-moving, startup-like settings. What You'll Do Design and implement security controls across Kubernetes and OpenShift environments Manage secure configurations, access controls, and CI/CD workflows in GitLab Integrate and protect telemetry tools such as Cribl, Elastic, Splunk, Fluentd, and Syslog … Perform threat modelling, vulnerability assessments, and risk analysis for the pipeline Partner with DevOps to embed security into infrastructure-as-code and deployment processes Monitor and respond to security events, maintaining clear documentation and response playbooks What You Bring Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, OpenShift, and secure production systems Strong GitLab and CI/CD security expertise More ❯

Role Title: Microsoft Security Engineer Location: London - Hybrid (2-3 days in office) Day Rate: £586.50 (Inside IR35) Duration: 6 months Role Overview We are looking for a proactive Microsoft Security Engineer to protect digital assets and strengthen the organisation's security posture. The role involves working with Microsoft Defender XDR, Purview, and Entra ID … to manage threats, safeguard data, and ensure compliance, while collaborating with IT, security, and compliance teams. Key Responsibilities Manage and monitor endpoint, email, identity, and cloud security using Microsoft Defender XDR. Implement Data Loss Prevention and Information Protection policies via Microsoft Purview. Configure Insider Risk Management and monitor communications for policy compliance. Apply Data Security Posture Management … through Microsoft Entra ID, including Conditional Access, MFA, and Privileged Identity Management. Secure BYOD and other devices and monitor for compromised credentials. Document incident response processes and provide regular security reports. Skills and Experience 8-10 years in cybersecurity, with experience in Microsoft security solutions. Hands-on expertise with Defender XDR, Purview, and Entra ID. PowerShell scripting for More ❯

CYBER SECURITY ENGINEER Summer-Browning Associates is supporting our client in the Central Government who is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer for an initial 12-month assignment, with the possibility of extension. Location: London | Hybrid| Remote The ideal candidate will hold an active DV clearance and have a solid background in Cyber Security Engineering working … within a high-threat government environment, with the following skills and experience: Proficiency in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), including tools such as Splunk, Defender, Sentinel, ELK, and Tenable Threat Modelling System solutions, as well as with IDS/IPS and vulnerability scanners. Experience in Protective Monitoring & SOC operation Experience in network security principles, firewalls, and access More ❯

Security Engineer Rate: £550/£600 per day (Inside IR35 via umbrella) Duration: 8 months initial Location: Bristol - hybrid once a week on site We're seeking a Security Engineer to support ongoing security operations while playing a key role in a major data centre migration. You'll work across on-prem and AWS environments … collaborating with both internal stakeholders and third-party partners. Responsibilities Optimise and streamline security logs to reduce platform costs Review and enhance Zscaler and MS Defender configurations Strengthen and refine role-based access controls Support and validate security actions during a physical data centre move, ensuring alignment with external suppliers Skills & Experience Strong stakeholder management and adaptability Proficiency More ❯

AI Security & Compliance Engineer City of London Hybrid (3/2 split) 6-months contract £705 per day (via Umbrella) cer Financial are working alongside an international bank who are based in the City of London. They are seeking an AI Security & Compliance Engineer to work with them on a contract. The responsibilities of an AI … Security & Compliance Engineer will include: Secure AI Engineering & Design Collaboration: Partner with engineering teams to embed security-by-design and privacy-by-design principles into AI agents, copilots, and automation workflows. Define and implement technical controls for: Data access and protection Model transparency and explainability Human oversight and fallback mechanisms Audit logging and traceability AI Risk & Compliance … assess new AI systems being introduced into the bank. Evaluate solutions for compliance with internal policies and external regulations. Provide technical input on risk mitigation strategies and onboarding documentation. Security & DevSecOps Integration: Integrate AI security controls into CI/CD pipelines and MLOps workflows. Use tools such as Azure Key Vault, Microsoft Entra ID, and GitHub Actions for More ❯

Principal Engineer – Product Security Location: Frimley (hybrid – average of 2–3 days onsite per week) Rate: £85.40 per hour/umbrella (inside IR35), approx. £632 per day Contract: 6-months initially (potential for extension or to go permanent) Hours: 37 per week Clearance: Active SC Clearance required Restrictions: ITAR and “UK Eyes Only”, please note only sole British … citizens can apply About the Role We're seeking a highly experienced Principal Product Security Engineer to join one of our clients Product Security Engineering teams, supporting the delivery and through-life management of secure submarine systems and products. As a key focal point for security and information risk, you'll apply deep technical expertise to … and supported securely, safely, and in compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements. You'll provide subject matter expertise to internal stakeholders, support technical authorities, and influence the development of security strategies, policies, and best practices across major defence programmes. Key Responsibilities Provide expert advice on Product Security to engineering and project teams. Analyse system architectures to identify threats More ❯

Job Title: Network Security Engineer Location: Full Remote/outside IR35 Contract Type: 6-Month Initial Term (with potential for extension) Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced Network Security Engineer to support a strategic data centre migration project involving the transition to a segmented VRF architecture. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Palo … secure connectivity during migration. - Perform firewall rule optimization, threat prevention tuning, and performance monitoring. - Document migration plans, network designs, and operational procedures. - Provide expert-level support for network and security incidents during the contract term. - Participate in scheduled out-of-hours migration activities, including implementation, testing, and troubleshooting. Required Skills & Experience: - 5+ years of hands-on experience with Palo … and Layer 2/3 switching. - Familiarity with network automation tools (e.g. Ansible, Python, Terraform) is a plus. - Relevant certifications such as PCNSE, CCNP/CCIE (Data Center or Security) are highly desirable. - Strong documentation and troubleshooting skills. - Willingness and availability to work outside standard business hours as required by migration schedules. Preferred: - Experience in hybrid cloud environments (AWS More ❯

Part Time | M365 IT & Security Support Engineer | £300 - £350 | Outside IR35 | Onsite We’re recruiting an experienced M365 IT & Security Support Engineer to assist our client through a busy transitional period. This 2-month contract is determined as Outside IR35 and offers a daily rate between £300 - £350 per day. This part-time position … days per week) requires onsite attendance in central London on all working days.The successful candidate will work closely with the IT & Security Manager to reduce ticket backlog, coordinate with the MSP and wider business, and deliver hands-on 2nd to 3rd line support across infrastructure, Microsoft services, and security operations. Key Requirements Support IT & Security Manager with … M365 tenant, Entra ID, Exchange, SharePoint, Defender platforms Manage SharePoint permissions, documentation, and 'joiner-leaver-mover' processes Coordinate effectively with MSP and wider business, handle vendor management Roll out security policies, review permissions, and manage user access Support merger groundwork, MSP transition, and day-to-day M365 operations If this IT & Security Support Engineer role sounds like More ❯

Part Time | M365 IT & Security Support Engineer | £300 - £350 | Outside IR35 | Onsite We're recruiting an experienced M365 IT & Security Support Engineer to assist our client through a busy transitional period. This 2-month contract is determined as Outside IR35 and offers a daily rate between £300 - £350 per day. This part time position … days per week) requires onsite attendance in central London on all working days. The successful candidate will work closely with the IT & Security Manager to reduce ticket backlog, coordinate with the MSP and wider business, and deliver hands-on 2nd to 3rd line support across infrastructure, Microsoft services, and security operations. Key Requirements Support IT & Security Manager … M365 tenant, Entra ID, Exchange, SharePoint, Defender platforms Manage SharePoint permissions, documentation, and 'joiner-leaver-mover' processes Coordinate effectively with MSP and wider business, handle vendor management Roll out security policies, review permissions, and manage user access Support merger groundwork, MSP transition, and day-to-day M365 operations If this IT & Security Support Engineer role sounds like More ❯

Principal Engineer - Product Security (Product Security Analyst) - 6 month contract - Frimley, Surrey - £85.40 ph UMB or £63.21 ph PAYE (Inside IR35) The Umbrella rate quoted above is the Gross Umbrella rate (i.e. the rate we pay to the Umbrella Company inclusive of ALL employment costs). Please note, the rate paid by the Umbrella will be less … as will a Limited Deemed rate or Agency PAYE rate. Please get in touch to discuss the rates via these different payment vehicles. The Role The PSA Principal Engineer will be a focal point for security and information risk matters within the Product Security Engineering (PSyE) team and will be able to apply their deep level of … delivered solutions meet the specified contractual and regulatory requirements and can be operated securely, correctly and safely. Role Responsiblities: Not limited to... Risk Management Accreditation Document Set (RMADS). Security Strategy and other accreditation documentation Captured and agreed technical requirements in accordance with company and programme processes. Compliant technical solutions against contractual requirements and regulations. Technical input and appropriate More ❯

gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Join Our Team as a Cyber Security Test Engineer! Are you passionate about automotive technology and cybersecurity? Do you want to play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and security of cutting-edge … vehicle systems? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Bentley Motors, the leader in the prestigious automotive industry, is seeking a Cyber Security Test Engineer to join their dynamic team on a fixed-term contract for 4 months. This role offers a hybrid working model based out of our Crewe campus. If you're ready to … make a difference, read on! Role: Cyber Security Test Engineer Duration: 4 Months (extension options) Location: Crewe (2 days in the office) Rate: £40.46 per hour (outside IR35) About the role: As a Cyber Security Test Engineer, you will report to the Functional Manager - Product Security Test & Incident Management. Your primary responsibility will be preparing More ❯

A government department client is looking for a Cyber Security Engineer to join them on a 12 month contract . This position will be in Milton Keynes or East Kilbride/Hybrid. Job Summary: Responsible for operational security and assisting with the design, implementation and development security controls and systems . Ensure that incidents are detected … prioritised, investigated, contained, remediated and that operational security controls are measured and constantly improved. Continually evaluate, review and advise on current developments in all areas of cyber security and cyber threats. Apply appropriate security controls to all hardware and software assets. Proactively monitor networks and systems for evidence of potential threats. Lead response activities to minimise the … impact of cyber incidents, including technical investigation into the root cause and extent of any damage. Deliver awareness training on cyber security standards, policies and best practices. Ensure remediation work identified by IT Health Checks and Audits is undertaken. Provide constant review and improvement of cyber security policies, best practice and implementation. Typical skills: Proven ability to identify More ❯

Lead SailPoint Identity Security Cloud Engineer Remote (required to be onsite for PI planning ) 6 Month Contract Lorien's Financial Services client are currently recruiting for a Lead SailPoint Identity Security Cloud Engineer to join on a 6 month initial contract, inside IR35. A Lead SailPoint ISC Engineer will act as the subject matter expert … working remotely, managing complex multi-tenant environments, and ensuring the business maintains a secure scalable, and compliant identity posture. Essential skills: Proven experience leading enterprise deployments of SailPoint Identity Security Cloud. Strong integration experience with Active Directory, Entra ID, AWS, ServiceNow, and other authoritative sources. Excellent scripting and automation skills (BeanShell, PowerShell, Java, REST/SOAP APIs). Strong … programmes. Strong understanding of identity lifecycle management, Zero Trust, and governance compliance. Financial services or regulated environment experience preferred. Desirable skills Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies. SailPoint certification Identity Security Cloud Engineer, CISSP, CISM, or similar. Collaboration experience with MS Teams\Zoom collaboration. Identity AI adoption for risk-based access analytics and behavioural anomaly detection. Should this position More ❯

On behalf of Sellafield, we are looking for an Azure Sentinel Cyber Security Engineer (outside IR35) for a 12 month contract based hybrid in Warrington - 2/3 days per week. SC Clearance is an essential requirement for this role, as a minimum you must be willing & eligible to undergo checks. Please note, due to the exceptional requirements … of this role and speed at which we require a postholder in situ) preference may be given to candidates who meet all of the essential criteria and hold active security clearance. Accountabilities . Subject Matter Expert (SME) for log source evaluation and onboarding into Azure Sentinel . Review existing on-premises logging configurations and recommend improvements for cloud ingestion. … . Conduct discovery and assessment of log sources, ensuring appropriate classification and prioritisation. . Collaborate with Head of Cyber Operations and other security stakeholders to ensure accurate, consistent logging across platforms. . Deploy and configure native and custom data connectors to support diverse log source integration. . Maintain a standardised process for log source categorisation, enrichment, and validation. Deliverables More ❯

This contract can be Outside IR35 Hybrid working - 2-3 days pw on site Job Title: Cyber Security Test Engineer About the Role We are seeking a Cyber Security Test Engineer to join our team on a full-time basis, working in a hybrid model from our Crewe campus . In this role, you will report … to the Functional Manager - Product Security Test & Incident Management and will be responsible for preparing and executing cybersecurity testing for automotive products in compliance with UNECE R . 155 and China GB 44495 regulations. This role plays a critical part in ensuring our vehicle systems are secure and meet regulatory requirements across global markets. Responsibilities include: Manage and maintain … GB 44495). Execute cybersecurity test cases and generate comprehensive test reports. Support cybersecurity homologation and compliance testing activities for global regions. Coordinate and plan various levels of product security testing throughout the development lifecycle. About the Person The successful candidate will be a delivery-focused and results-driven cybersecurity test engineer , ideally with hands-on experience in More ❯

Working with a leading Financial Services organization- this role is joining a well established Cyber Security team in a fast paced and global environment This role is for 12 months initially and is 3 days a week on-site in Manchester Designing and enhancing cloud-based security services Implementing authentication that are secure (MFA, Passkeys) Working closely with More ❯

On-Site Group Global are looking for Security Engineers for Data Centre projects in Europe. Rate: €40-45/hour (travel & accommodation provided by yourself) Duties: Installation of Electronic Security Systems: Fit and configure access control systems (including maglocks, strikes, readers, RTE devices, etc.) Install, align, and configure CCTV systems , including IP cameras, encoders, and NVRs Set up … intruder alarm systems where applicable System Integration and Commissioning: Integrate security systems with building management systems (BMS) and fire safety systems Assist in commissioning and functional testing of access control and CCTV systems Upload system configurations and perform diagnostics and troubleshooting Cabling and Infrastructure Work: Pull and terminate low-voltage cabling (Cat6, coaxial, fiber) Label, test, and document cabling More ❯