At a Glance
- Tasks: Identify vulnerabilities and develop defensive capabilities in a collaborative environment.
- Company: Join MI5, a leading organisation in national security.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic team atmosphere with a focus on innovation and excellence.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in national security while working with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Strong coding skills in Python, Java, or C/C++ and deep security knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
MI5 is seeking a Lead Cyber Research Engineer to identify vulnerabilities, understand exploitation, and develop defensive capabilities.
You will combine hands-on engineering with deep security expertise to shape how threats are understood, tested and mitigated.
Working in a highly collaborative environment, you’ll write code across languages such as Python, Java or C/C++, build bespoke tools, and help raise engineering and security standards.
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Lead Cybersecurity Research Engineer employer: Careers at MI5, MI6 and GCHQ
At MI5, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of national security while fostering a collaborative and innovative tech environment. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our flexible working options and competitive salary, ensuring that you can thrive both personally and professionally as you contribute to meaningful projects that have a real impact on the nation.
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Careers at MI5, MI6 and GCHQ Recruitment Team
