1 to 25 of 28 Contract Security Engineer Jobs in the UK excluding London

Security Engineer – Microsoft XDR | £500 - £525 | 3 Month Initial | Inside IR35 | Fully Remote Opus are working with a key client on a Security Engineer contract to support the implementation of Defender XDR including hands on configuration, SIEM integration and related security solutions. This initial 3-month contract can be completed on a fully remote basis … Participate in Microsoft FastTrack engagements Integrate Defender XDR with Sentinel SIEM for enhanced detection and response Develop Kusto queries and automation playbooks Support PoC setup for Microsoft Copilot for Security Connect syslogs from on-prem servers and firewalls to Sentinel If this Security Engineer role sounds like a good fit, please apply with your most up to … date CV and I’ll be in touch. Security Engineer – Microsoft XDR | £500 - £525 | 3 Month Initial | Inside IR35 | Fully Remote More ❯

Senior Network Security Engineer Location: Fully Remote Rate: Up to £450 per day (Inside IR35) Duration: 6 Months About the Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Network Security Engineer to join on a 6-month contract. This is a fully remote role, offering an opportunity to work on high-impact security projects and infrastructure … initiatives. You’ll be responsible for strengthening the security posture, managing critical systems, and mitigating risks across cloud and network environments. Key Responsibilities Manage, configure, and troubleshoot Palo Alto firewalls to ensure optimal security. Implement and maintain Azure security controls , including identity, networking, and monitoring solutions. Configure and manage Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) to protect against application-layer … attacks. Conduct security audits , review findings, and produce comprehensive reports. Proactively mitigate vulnerabilities identified in security reports and assessments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security best practices are followed. Stay up to date with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry trends. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience as a Network & Security Engineer or similar role. More ❯

partners to deliver a safe, 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 and 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 Security Engineer focuses on continuous improvement through automation and tooling … working with Security Operations to monitor and analyse network traffic for malicious activity or potential breaches. Additionally, this role implements network access controls, enforces robust patch management for network devices, and works with network security partners to identify network vulnerabilities, planning and implementing upgrades to ensure the highest standards of network security. This role is required to participate More ❯

IT Security Engineer – Vulcan IT Security Engineer – Vulcan – London – FTC – Our client is looking for an experienced IT Security Engineer with recent experience of using Vulcan, to be considered for the role, you will need Vulcan and the following: - Assist with the deployment of Vulcan Cyber for orchestrating and automating vulnerability management workflows, prioritisation … management and technical teams via Vulcan Cyber, Tenable and Defender. Collaborate with incident response teams using CrowdStrike and Microsoft Defender to correlate vulnerability data with threat intelligence and active security incidents. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the latest vulnerabilities, exploits, and mitigation techniques, providing guidance and recommendations to IT and business stakeholders. Work closely with IT operations, development … and compliance teams to ensure timely remediation of identified vulnerabilities and adherence to regulatory standards. Contribute to the continuous improvement of vulnerability management processes and integration with other security platforms. If this could be your next role, please forward your CV in the first instance. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible More ❯

Cyber Security Engineer (DV Cleared) Certain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our prestigious client for a Cyber Security Engineer for initially 6 months. Due to the highly sensitive nature of the work you will be required to hold DV clearance and work the 37 hours per week fully onsite in Newport, South Wales. The hourly … to join a well-established leading services provider who serve a range of high-profile clients including prominent names within aerospace, government and high-tech manufacturing. As a Cyber Security Engineer youll stand as an escalation point for all SOC operational engineering activity. You will be responsible for the transition of projects from the System Design team into … work tickets updated/closed on time. Responsibilities Support SOC Engineers & Analyst activity Supports change & release management activity Toolset availability and capacity management review and escalation Maintain currency in security concepts, tools and best practices Engagement with R&D for Cyber Solutions/Products Essential Candidate Experience Good knowledge of multiple SOC tooling including IDPS/Firewalls/SIEM More ❯

Senior Security Engineer | £500 - £700 | Outside IR35 | 3 Months | Fully Remote We’re hiring a Cybersecurity Engineer to support a client on a 3-month initial contract focused on achieving SOC 2 and ISO 27001 compliance. This role is Outside IR35, fully remote, and offers a daily rate of £500–£700.The successful candidate will play an integral … role in spearheading security tool integration and driving the implementation of controls, monitoring, and documentation for compliance readiness. Key Requirements Proven experience in s ecurity engineering and compliance delivery Deep understanding of SOC 2, ISO 27001, GRC frameworks and audit processes Hands-on experience integrating cybersecurity tools and platforms such as Crowdstrike, Vanta, Rapid7 Strong adherence to Azure security … code analysis , configure Azure log forwarding independently Take ownership of tasks and proactively meet deadlines Excellent stakeholder, auditor, leadership and technical team communication What to do next If this Security Engineer role sounds like a good fit, please apply with your most up-to-date CV and I’ll be in touch. Senior Security Engineer More ❯

Infrastructure Security Engineer- Spanish speaking We are currently recruiting for a Infrastructure Security Engineer on a 6 month initial contract. Hybrid basis (2-3 days) 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-premises Active More ❯

Senior Network Security Engineer - WAF 6 months contract Up to £500 per day (Inside IR35) Fully Remote We’re looking for a Senior Network Security Engineer with strong WAF and cloud security experience to join on a 6-month contract. You will take ownership of our web application security posture, drive improvements across our … network security stack, and support key projects focused on cloud, firewall, and WAF optimisation. Key Responsibilities Lead the configuration, tuning, and optimisation of Barracuda WAF platforms Support and enhance Azure networking components including VNets, NSGs, firewalls, load balancers, and routing Work with next-generation firewalls (any major vendor) to improve security controls Monitor, investigate, and respond to security … Solid understanding of Azure networking (VNets, Private Endpoints, NSGs, App Gateway, Load Balancers) Experience with Next-Gen Firewalls (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Check Point, Cisco, etc.) Strong background in network security, traffic flows, segmentation, and application security Understanding of OWASP, threat mitigation, and secure configuration principles Experience in incident response, troubleshooting, and performance tuning Excellent communication and documentation skills More ❯

Cyber Security Engineer (DV Cleared) Certain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our prestigious client for a Cyber Security Engineer for initially 6 months. Due to the highly sensitive nature of the work you will be required to hold DV clearance and work the 37 hours per week fully onsite in Newport, South Wales click apply 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 ❯

Security Assurance Engineer – with SC Clearance Are you a Security Assurance Engineer with a passion for safeguarding critical systems and delivering high-quality assurance reports? We’re looking for a Security Cleared professional to join a security team and play a key role in protecting digital assets and mission-critical infrastructure. As a Security Assurance Engineer, you’ll be responsible for: Conducting security assurance activities across projects, products, and systems. Supporting risk assessments, security reviews, and compliance checks in line with organisational and government standards (e.g., NCSC, ISO 27001, JSP440). Producing clear, concise, and insightful security assurance reports for technical and non-technical stakeholders. Working closely with engineering … architecture, and risk management teams to ensure robust security controls are embedded throughout the system lifecycle. Maintaining documentation and evidence to support accreditation and audit processes. Required Skills and Experience: You’ll bring a strong blend of technical knowledge, analytical thinking, and communication skills. You have: Active Security Clearance (e.g., SC/DV). Proven experience in Security More ❯

IT Security Operations Engineer - London Up to £550 p/d (outside IR35) 3 month initial term A leading construction engineering business is seeking an SecOps Engineer to their team. They are a well-established business about to enter considerable operational change making it an exciting time to join and be a part of their journey. This … role carries responsibility for ensuring collaboration between Information Security and the IT Ops team, you'll ensure the implementation of technical security controls supporting risk mitigation and contributing to the continual improvement of the business's security composure. Responsibilities: * Provide expertise on application, network and infrastructure security * Monitor security solutions including SIEM, threat detection and … data security, endpoint protection, network analytics for alerts * Provide documentation for technical standards to meet corporate security policies/industry best practice * Perform security reviews, identify gaps in security architecture and apply appropriate remediation * Ensure appropriate technical measures are in place to comply with regulations/legislations * Conduct vulnerability scanning, analysis and remediation * Patch management * Identify More ❯

Mobile Security Engineer Work Location: Bristol (2days) Your Profile Essential Skills/Knowledge/Experience Experience of Mobile platform security, threat modelling and mitigation techniques Capable of conducting regular reviews of our mobile application security posture using your hands-on experience Develop and maintain pen-testing security tools, scripts, policies and procedures In depth knowledge … of mobile app security standards (Android/iOS) Desirable Skills/Knowledge/Experience Familiarity with mobile development, DevSecOps tooling, testing and automation frameworks Have deep knowledge and experience using the mobile security tools Good understanding of authentication, authorisation, encryption, and cryptography patterns Experience in proactive researching of new technologies emerging in the security landscape More ❯

Mobile Security Engineer Work Location: Bristol (2days) Your Profile Essential Skills/Knowledge/Experience Experience of Mobile platform security, threat modelling and mitigation techniques Capable of conducting regular reviews of our mobile application security posture using your hands-on experience Develop and maintain pen-testing security tools, scripts, policies and procedures In depth knowledge More ❯

Security Engineer - MECM - sought by investment bank based in London - Contract - Hybrid *inside IR35 - umbrella* Key Responsibilities Maintain and support security tools and platforms. Deploy patches and remediate issues using MECM. Support Microsoft security stack (Defender, Sentinel, Purview). Diagnose and resolve proxy and web access issues. Perform system upgrades and health monitoring. Manage ticket queues … and team mailbox for security engineering. Create and document processes, procedures, and runbooks. What We're Looking For Ability to work independently and learn quickly. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Experience with enterprise security tools and server infrastructure. Comfortable working in a dynamic, self-starting environment. Please apply within for further More ❯

Lead SailPoint Identity Security Cloud Engineer Remote (required to be onsite for PI planning ) 6 Month Contract £650 - £740/day 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 … 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 ❯

Rullion are looking to recruit for the following role for one of our global leading Energy clients. OT Security Engineer Location - Warwick- Hybrid - 1 day per week - Commute to Lincoln once a month ASAP Start 6-12 Months then rolling contract (long term work) Inside IR35 PAYE £450-500 Per day Umbrella £590-655 Per day Position Main … Responsibilities: Report to the Lead Execution Manager for Industrial Cyber Security. Hands-on support the Digital Products and Solutions team in achieving goals and setting cyber security strategy. Assist in the delivery of cybersecurity projects by validating existing technical documentation. Hands-on work in OT environments, including configuring networks, remote access solutions, and virtualization platforms. Provide customer cyber support … and customers. Support key business stakeholders in adopting new technologies. Develop and maintain technical partnerships with internal and external stakeholders or suppliers. Liaise with the internal ICS (Industrial Cyber Security) group on compliance and best practices. Support Cyber execution training and troubleshooting for Product Competence Centers. Maintain the cyber security lab in Warwick with monthly visits. Travel to More ❯

Role: Security Information & Event Monitoring (SIEM) Engineer – **Security Cleared** Location: Reading/Havant – UK Mode: Hybrid (2 days office) Language: English Mandatory - **Clearance: Must be Security Cleared (Active SC)** Job Summary: Looking for an experienced SIEM Engineer to maintain and enhance the Security Monitoring platform. Responsible for log onboarding, custom parsers, rule creation, automation … for triage and remediation, and integration with other security tools. Key Responsibilities: Develop and manage the SIEM platform ensuring scalability and performance. Plan and implement solutions for security monitoring. Design and maintain detection rules. Lead and mentor SIEM team. Work closely with Threat Detection & Response team to support incident handling. Required Skills: Proven hands-on experience in SIEM … engineering. Strong understanding of security logs across domains (identity, network, system, data, cloud). Proficient in PowerShell and Python. Good knowledge of SOAR platforms. Leadership and stakeholder management skills More ❯

Rullion are looking to recruit for the following position Role: OT Cyber Security Specialist Location: Warwick (once a month)/Work from Home Start Date: ASAP Duration: 12 months + Rate: £500 P/day INSIDE IR35 Must be UK Based Position main responsibility The candidate will report to the Lead Execution Manager for Industrial Cyber Security. Support Digital … Products and Solutions team in achieving goals and setting cyber security strategy. Assist the delivery of cybersecurity projects by validating existing technical documentation Support key business stakeholders as they look to adopt new technologies. Develop and build-on technical partnerships with internal and external suppliers. Work with the Lead Execution Manager/Technical Lead to support large cyber projects … Customer cyber support - act as a point of contact for some customers operational cyber issues Provide general OT security advice and consult customers on OT security issues and ensure safe, continuous production operations Liaise with internal ICS (Industrial Cyber Security) group on compliance and best practice Support Cyber execution training and troubleshooting support for product competence centers 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 More ❯

Rullion are looking to recruit for the following position Role: OT Cyber Security Specialist Location: Warwick (once a month)/Work from Home Start Date: ASAP Duration: 12 months + Rate: £500 P/day INSIDE IR35 Must be UK Based Position main responsibility The candidate will report to the Lead Execution Manager for Industrial Cyber Security click More ❯

using a pre-defined methodology. * Contribute to and produce clear, actionable reports and briefings for technical and non-technical stakeholders. Essential Skills & Experience * Proven experience in threat modelling and security assessment of complex infrastructures. * Knowledge of secure design principles and architecture reviews. * Strong background in cybersecurity, ideally with exposure to telecoms environments. * Background in operational security (Intelligence, Threat More ❯

Role: SIEM Application Engineer Type: Contract (3 Months) Location: Birmingham/Manchester, UK (Hybrid 3 days a week) Payrate: £450 - £550 per day INSIDE IR35 Umbrella Elastic Stack Mastery: 5+ years of cybersecurity engineering experience, specializing in the end-to-end delivery, optimization, and operation of the Elastic Stack (ELK) , with a focus on Elastic Security . Detection … Compliance Expert: Proven ability to engineer high-fidelity detection rules based on the MITRE ATT&CK Framework , alongside implementing essential security controls like RBAC, encryption , and data governance to ensure regulatory compliance. Performance & Tuning Specialist: Deep technical skill in fine-tuning Elasticsearch indices and mappings and optimizing Logstash pipelines for maximum performance, throughput, and efficient resource utilization. Outcome … Ownership: Results-driven professional focused on owning security outcomes, leveraging Kibana for critical data visualization, real-time monitoring, and system health tracking. This is an urgent vacancy with a deadline where the hiring manager is shortlisting for an interview immediately. Please apply with a copy of your CV or send it praveen. sukkala2 @ randstaddigital. Com Randstad Technologies is acting More ❯

Role: SIEM Application Engineer Type: Contract (3 Months) Location: Birmingham/Manchester, UK (Hybrid 3 days a week) Payrate: £450 - £550 per day INSIDE IR35 Umbrella Elastic Stack Mastery: 5+ years of cybersecurity engineering experience, specializing in the end-to-end delivery, optimization, and operation of the Elastic Stack (ELK) , with a focus on Elastic Security . Detection … Compliance Expert: Proven ability to engineer high-fidelity detection rules based on the MITRE ATT&CK Framework , alongside implementing essential security controls like RBAC, encryption , and data governance to ensure regulatory compliance. Performance & Tuning Specialist: Deep technical skill in fine-tuning Elasticsearch indices and mappings and optimizing Logstash pipelines for maximum performance, throughput, and efficient resource utilization. Outcome … Ownership: Results-driven professional focused on owning security outcomes, leveraging Kibana for critical data visualization, real-time monitoring, and system health tracking. This is an urgent vacancy with a deadline where the hiring manager is shortlisting for an interview immediately. Please apply with a copy of your CV or send it praveen. sukkala2 @ randstaddigital. Com Randstad Technologies is acting More ❯

Role: SIEM Application Engineer Type: Contract (3 Months) Location: Birmingham/Manchester, UK (Hybrid 3 days a week) Payrate: £450 - £550 per day INSIDE IR35 Umbrella Elastic Stack Mastery: 5+ years of cybersecurity engineering experience, specializing in the end-to-end delivery, optimization, and operation of the Elastic Stack (ELK) , with a focus on Elastic Security . Detection … Compliance Expert: Proven ability to engineer high-fidelity detection rules based on the MITRE ATT&CK Framework , alongside implementing essential security controls like RBAC, encryption , and data governance to ensure regulatory compliance. Performance & Tuning Specialist: Deep technical skill in fine-tuning Elasticsearch indices and mappings and optimizing Logstash pipelines for maximum performance, throughput, and efficient resource utilization. Outcome … Ownership: Results-driven professional focused on owning security outcomes, leveraging Kibana for critical data visualization, real-time monitoring, and system health tracking. This is an urgent vacancy with a deadline where the hiring manager is shortlisting for an interview immediately. Please apply with a copy of your CV or send it praveen. sukkala2 @ randstaddigital. Com Randstad Technologies is acting More ❯