At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and implement network security solutions in a high-performance trading environment.
- Company: Leading quantitative trading firm with a collaborative engineering team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits package, and focus on professional development.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for innovation and automation.
- Why this job: Influence security strategy while working with modern technologies.
- Qualifications: Strong network security experience and knowledge of relevant technologies.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
We're partnering with a leading quantitative trading firm seeking a Network Security Engineer to help secure and enhance a complex, high-performance network environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative engineering team where you'll play a key role in designing, implementing and improving security controls across critical infrastructure that supports global trading operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement network security solutions across a hybrid environment.
- Manage and optimise technologies including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, NDR and secure access platforms.
- Investigate security incidents through network traffic and packet analysis.
- Drive automation and process improvements to enhance security operations.
- Work closely with infrastructure, security and engineering teams on strategic projects.
What We're Looking For
- Strong network security experience within enterprise environments.
- Hands‑on knowledge of firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, NDR and SASE technologies.
- Scripting or automation experience (PowerShell, Python or similar).
- Solid understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching and the OSI model.
- A proactive mindset with a passion for security and continuous improvement.
Why Apply?
- Work with modern technologies in a fast‑paced trading environment.
- Influence security strategy and technical direction.
- Strong focus on innovation, automation and professional development.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
Network Security Engineer in London employer: Hamilton Barnes
Join a leading quantitative trading firm as a Network Security Engineer, where you'll be part of a dynamic and collaborative engineering team dedicated to securing a high-performance network environment. With a strong emphasis on innovation and professional development, this role offers competitive salary and benefits, along with the opportunity to influence security strategy in a fast-paced trading landscape. Experience a culture that values continuous improvement and provides ample growth opportunities within a cutting-edge technological framework.
