At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure Network devices are secure and compliant with Intact's policies and standards.
- Company: Join a critical Cyber Defence function at Intact, collaborating with CISO, CIO, and other key teams.
- Benefits: Enjoy an annual discretionary bonus, up to 11% pension contributions, and 25 days annual leave.
- Other info: Hybrid working options available to support work-life balance.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact on Network Security while mentoring Cyber Operations team members.
- Qualifications: Excellent knowledge of IT Infrastructure, Networking, and relevant security qualifications like CISSP.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
As a Functional Lead, you will play a key part in ensuring Network devices and controls are secure and in line with risk appetite. Your role will form a critical part of the Cyber Defence function and you will work closely with key functions across CISO, CIO, Central support, Cloud Centre of Excellence (CCoE), DevOps, Attack Surface Management, SOC/Incident response, Threat Intelligence and Security Engineering teams. You will be accountable for ensuring that Networking technologies are secured and protected in line with policy and standards.
You’ll Make An Impact By
- Providing expertise for Network Security
- Ensuring solutions are secure by design and compliant with Intact's policy, legal and regulatory requirements.
- Ensuring the delivery of Network Security tooling
- Working directly with CIO and the business to deliver secure solutions.
- Ensuring metrics for service are defined, maintained, and measured.
- Maintaining the security of Networks including artefacts and processes are defined and followed.
- Mentoring other members of the Cyber Operations and Engineering team
Your Skills And Experience
- Excellent knowledge of IT Infrastructure
- Excellent knowledge of Networking and configuration
- Excellent knowledge of Security principles
- Good knowledge of security CIS principles and standards
- Experience in working effectively with third parties including MSSPs
- Solid understanding of SDLC, including Agile methodologies.
- Experience in working across a range of internal and external third-party delivery teams
- Ability to communicate technical requirements and solutions in business terms and context
- Relevant security qualifications or experience (e.g. CISSP, CSSP, and so on.)
- Able to represent the team in design, architectural and project delivery forums
Why you'll love it here
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Up to 11% pension contributions
- Hybrid working
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + buy/sell options
- Health & wellbeing + virtual GP
- Career development and mentoring
- Inclusive culture + employee networks
- Share investment options
Our DEI commitment
We celebrate individuality and believe our differences make us stronger. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive. As an Equal Opportunity and Disability Confident Employer, we ensure fair consideration for all applicants and offer interviews to all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria. We understand that everyone’s circumstances are different and are happy to explore flexible working options such as reduced hours or job shares to support work‑life balance. If you meet the core criteria but not every requirement, we’d still love to hear from you. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know we’re here to support you.
Software Engineer in Horsham employer: Intact Insurance UK
Intact offers a vibrant workplace with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Located in a hybrid environment, employees benefit from health and wellbeing initiatives, including virtual GP services. The company values individuality and supports flexible working arrangements to enhance work-life balance.
