OverviewRole: Senior Cyber Security Engineer (Cyber SME)Salary: Up to £70,000Location: Reading/Birmingham - Hybrid (1 day/week in office)Be the Cyber Security Subject Matter Expert protecting the backbone of our business. Reporting to the head of security, you027ll play a critical role in protecting our infrastructure, networks, and data, while guiding teams across the business with your deep technical expertise.This role is the go-to expert for all things security and will involve ownership of security engineering and infrastructure hardening.What You'll DoServe as the Cyber Security Subject Matter Expert, advising on secure systems design, change control, and implementation of robust security controls.Lead the technical vulnerability management programme, with a strong focus on application security, web application firewalls, and secure DevOps pipelines.Provide security leadership and mentoring, supporting colleagues and enhancing security awareness across the business.Actively contribute to incident response, security training, supplier reviews, and client security assurance.Stay ahead of evolving threats, and help shape our strategy using frameworks such as OWASP, SASE, and Zero Trust.What We're Looking ForProven experience in cyber security engineering, including vulnerability management, SIEM, WAFs, and secure infrastructure design.Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, firewalls, routing, access controls, and threat-based security approaches.Excellent communication skills with the ability to create and maintain technical documentation.Background in infrastructure/networks and experience supporting change initiatives securely.Working towards or holding CISSP, GCIA, Security+, CCNA/CCNP, or similar certifications.Familiar with ITIL-based service delivery, security hardening, and working cross-functionally.Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.Understanding of ISO27001, Cyber Essentials, and AAF frameworks.DetailsSeniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Information TechnologyIndustries: Information Services and Computer and Network SecurityPlease apply with an up-to-date CV to be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr