Senior IT Engineer / Cyber Security Specialist

IT Security Engineer Coventry Paying up to £45,000 Work Pattern - Onsite

Robert Walters have partnered with a leading company in their field who are looking for an IT Security Engineer to join their Group IT team. You will be working closely with the IT Support team responding to Cyber Security Incidents and escalations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Technical Support & Troubleshooting: Resolve escalated IT issues, troubleshoot complex security-related hardware, software, and network issues.
2. Cyber Security Management: Monitor and maintain security infrastructure, conduct vulnerability assessments, and apply security patches.
3. Incident Response & Remediation: Lead cyber attack response efforts, conduct root cause analysis, and collaborate on incident handling.
4. Security Policy & Compliance: Enforce security policies, assist with audits, and ensure compliance with standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO).
5. System & Network Security: Manage network devices, design secure architectures, and maintain network security protocols.
6. Project Support & Consultancy: Implement IT infrastructure with security features, provide technical advice, and lead security projects.
7. Documentation & Reporting: Document vulnerabilities and incidents, maintain records, and prepare security reports for management.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 5 years in IT support, with 2+ years focused on cyber security in a senior role.
• Experience with security tools (firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS), network security, and system configurations.
• Preferred certifications: CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+, CISM, CCNP Security.
• Technical skills in IT infrastructure, cloud security (Azure, AWS), compliance frameworks, and operating systems.
• Soft skills include strong problem-solving, communication, and the ability to work under pressure.

What's Next:

Apply now! Click on the link to submit your application and you will be contacted by Bradley Webb from Robert Walters.

About the job

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Information Technology

Focus: Information Security

Industry: IT

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum + Excellent Benefits

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: Coventry

Job Reference: K6BH99-06B80749

Date posted: 24 March 2025

Consultant: Bradley Webb