Senior SecOps Engineer

Location:London (Hybrid: 2 days onsite - Tuesdays and Wednesdays - 3 days WFH)

Reports to:VP, SecOps

Employment Type:Permanent

Company Overview

The customer is a global investor in private equity, infrastructure, and real assets, managing over $43.5 billion on behalf of 550+ institutional investors. With offices in London (HQ), San Francisco, Hong Kong, Tokyo, New York, and others, the customer has delivered private market solutions for over 35 years. They are part of Affiliated Managers Group Inc (AMG), a NYSE-listed asset management company.

Role Overview

Our customer is seeking a hands-onSenior SecOps Engineerto join its IT Security team. This is atechnicalandinfrastructure-focusedrole responsible for securing and supporting a Microsoft cloud-first environment. The ideal candidate will have progressed from a strong infrastructure background into cybersecurity, ideally within a regulated or financial services environment.

This is aBAU-heavyrole involving ownership of ongoing transformation and upgrade projects, support for global teams, and close collaboration with Cloud Ops and internal stakeholders. The role will focus on areas such as Microsoft Azure, Defender, Sentinel, and infrastructure automation.

Key Responsibilities

• • Ensure all security solutions align with governance and compliance requirements (e.g., ISO 27001).
  • Work hands-on in maintaining and securing cloud and network infrastructure (primarily Azure-based).
  • Participate in BAU activities including troubleshooting, patching, and system hardening.
  • Support upcoming projects including:
  • Azure firewall migration
  • Windows 11 upgrade via Autopilot
  • Intune configuration and management
  • Actively monitor and enhance infrastructure security using Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and other tools.
  • Script regularly usingPowerShellandKQL(Python used occasionally).
  • Manage and improve cloud security posture using tools likeTerraform(desirable).
  • Participate in on-call support and provide occasional support to global offices.
  • Collaborate closely with Cloud Ops team and contribute to internal IT transformation efforts.
  • Support internal and external audit processes, including pen testing and compliance checks.

Key Technologies & Tools

• • Cloud:Microsoft Azure (Key Vault, Bastion, NSGs, Private Links, PaaS)
  • Security Tools:Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Sentinel, Cisco ASA, Cisco Umbrella, Cisco ISE, DLP, SIEM, IDS/IPS
  • Infrastructure:Microsoft Server 2016/2019, Hyper-V, Azure AD Premium 2, Microsoft 365 E5
  • Scripting & Automation:PowerShell (daily), KQL (daily), Python (occasionally), Terraform (nice to have)
  • Endpoint & Device Management:Windows 10/11, Intune, Autopilot
  • Networking:CCNA-level knowledge expected; strong familiarity with network security principles

Skills & Experience Required

• • Strong technical background in infrastructure, having progressed into cybersecurity.
  • Proven experience working in aMicrosoft Azure cloud-first environment.
  • Experience with E5 license stack including security capabilities.
  • Familiar withBAUoperations, infrastructure lifecycle management, and minor project ownership.
  • Comfortable working with internal and external audit standards such asISO 27001.
  • Demonstrated experience with scripting and automation (PowerShell, KQL, Terraform).
  • Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and incident resolution skills.
  • Excellent stakeholder communication, problem-solving mindset, and customer service ethic.
  • Experience working within a regulated industry (financial services strongly preferred).

Certifications (Desirable but not essential)

• • Azure Security Engineer (AZ-500)
  • CISSP– ideal but not mandatory
  • Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
  • CCNA– strongly preferred
  • Other security certifications showing strong knowledge of frameworks or networks

Team & Environment

• • You'll be part of a small but highly capableSecurity and Operationsteam (2 people), working closely with theCloud Opsteam.
  • The environment is collaborative, transparent, and transformation-focused.
  • You'll join at an exciting time of cloud maturity and IT modernization.