Overview

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Vix Technology, a global leader in automatic fare collection, transit information, and transit analytics solutions, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Field Engineer. With a presence in over 200 city and regional transport authorities worldwide, Vix has been at the forefront of transforming fare collection for more than 35 years. At Vix, we are committed to solving problems and delivering innovative solutions that are revolutionising the world of public transit.

As a global organisation, we recognise and value the distinct strengths that individual diversity brings to our overall success. We invite you to share your perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and innovative ideas; we look forward to your contributions.

Join the Vix team as an experienced Cloud Security Engineer! This on-site position in Manchester involves collaborating with our Cloud Operations team and the Security team to maintain robust security protocols. You'll play a crucial role in guiding our technical teams to meet security standards, successfully passing security audits, and safeguarding both company and customer data. As the first point of contact for security incidents, your expertise will be essential in keeping our systems secure.

We regret that this position is only available for UK citizens/Residents with indefinite leave to remain in the UK, with current full time work rights for the United Kingdom, currently residing in the UK. The position is located in Manchester.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and strengthen our overall security posture by performing continuous audits, risk assessments, threat modelling, and architecture reviews to ensure effective controls and adherence to regulatory standards.
• Consistently monitor and assess cloud environments for vulnerabilities and misconfigurations utilising tools like AWS Inspector, GuardDuty, and Security Hub, complemented by regular vulnerability scanning and penetration testing.
• Design, implement, and automate enterprise-level security systems and controls—including IAM, SIEM, DLP, firewalls, endpoint protection, and cloud-native guardrails—to safeguard assets across both cloud and hybrid environments.
• Actively respond to security events and incidents by leading investigations, coordinating remediation efforts, and driving improvements after incidents.
• Maintain ongoing compliance with relevant security and data privacy standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001, NIST, CCPA) through diligent documentation, effective policies, and audit preparedness.
• Work collaboratively with global IT, Cloud, and Security Operations Centre teams to protect company systems and efficiently tackle any emerging challenges.
• Create and present clear, actionable security reports for internal stakeholders and external clients, aiding in assurance activities and fulfilling contractual obligations.
• Keep abreast of emerging threats, tools, and technologies, and propose innovative strategies to enhance our security frameworks continuously.
• Advocate secure-by-design principles, integrating security best practices into system architecture, development processes, and operational workflows.

Essential Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in Information Security and Cloud Security Engineering, with proven expertise in securing AWS environments (IAM, networking, storage, and compute).
• Hands-on experience with networking, infrastructure, and container security (EKS, ECS, Kubernetes) across both cloud and on-premises environments.
• Strong understanding of security principles, technologies, and industry best practices, including vulnerability and incident management.
• Practical experience with security monitoring and protection tools such as Firewalls, IDS/IPS, XDR, SIEM, CNAPP, and log collection platforms (e.g., CrowdStrike, Lacework).
• Experience in designing and implementing Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions and maintaining secure authentication practices.
• Proficiency with Windows and Linux systems, as well as network scanning and diagnostic tools (e.g., Wireshark, IP scanner).
• A solid understanding of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and encryption fundamentals.
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and organisational skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive information with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment.
• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Security – Speciality, CISSP, CCSP, or Terraform Associate (or equivalent experience).

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to threat intelligence and security analytics, particularly within cloud environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Information Security, or equivalent practical experience.
• Familiarity with key security frameworks and standards such as PCI, ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS, along with experience supporting audits and compliance initiatives.
• Strong understanding of networking protocols, systems architecture, and secure key management (e.g., PCI digital keys, security access modules).
• Hands-on experience with offensive security techniques, including penetration testing and phishing simulations.
• Proficiency in programming or scripting languages (such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell) for automation or tooling.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and its security implications is highly desirable.

What We’re Looking For

• A proactive, automation-first engineer who embraces security-by-design and sees tasks through to completion.
• A collaborative team player who also works effectively with minimal supervision.
• Outstanding problem-solving abilities and a keen eye for detail, ensuring precision and reliability in all tasks.
• Excellent communicator, both written and verbal, with a strong customer-service mindset and a passion for supporting others.
• Organised, adaptable, and dependable, maintaining focus and professionalism in dynamic environments.
• Deeply committed to integrity, confidentiality, and ethical conduct in every aspect of their work.

What’s in it for you?

Besides the opportunity to work for a global company that is customer and people-focused, we offer:

• A focus on Learning and development
• A great team of like-minded professionals
• Private Healthcare
• Income Protection Scheme
• Pension
• Group Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Car Benefit Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Eyecare and Spectacle Vouchers

Sounds good? Then apply now and get on board today!

Add your resume and anything else to showcase why you would be a great addition to our team. We regret that this position is only available for UK citizens/Residents with indefinite leave to remain in the UK.

No recruitment agencies, please! We won’t accept any introductions.

Vix Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all people and want to build a workforce as diverse as the community we serve. We aim to have a work environment where everyone feels included and everyone can realise their full potential.