Information Technology Security Engineer

Intaso; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000

Job description

Information Technology Security Engineer

Intaso Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

Role: Full-time - Permanent

Salary: Up to £50,000pa + 10% bonus + benefits

The Role:

Intaso's key client is looking for a dedicated and proactive IT Infrastructure and Security Engineer to ensure secure and compliant IT systems across their organization. This role is integral to the IT team, providing technical support to evaluate, improve, and implement IT processes and systems for increased efficiency and effectiveness. The position involves collaboration with server and network teams across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct periodic security testing.
• Maintain infrastructure security standards.
• Apply critical systems and software updates with the latest security patches.
• Contribute to projects aimed at ensuring compliance with information security controls.
• Educate staff on security standards and best practices.
• Assist IT team members in addressing security requirements.

This is a site-based role, reporting to the Senior IT Operations Director.

The Person:

• Significant experience in IT security engineering with hands-on expertise across various solutions, including Cisco, Fortinet, Microsoft technologies, Linux, VMware, HP Hyperconvergence, and Veeam.
• Strong background in server or network engineering.
• Experience supporting network and application architectures involving diverse technology stacks, platforms, and protocols.
• Knowledge of NIS2, ISO27001, and Information Security Management Systems.
• Proven experience implementing Zero Trust methodologies.
• Familiarity with hybrid cloud/on-premise architectures and engineering solutions to meet organizational needs.
• Understanding of security requirements aligned with national governance standards (e.g., Data Protection Act).
• Practical experience with security products and platforms.
• Expertise in identifying and selecting security solutions.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and efficiency skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Experience working in regulated environments.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting