Networks Cyber Security Engineer

Company Description

Come join us and make a difference in the world! Discover more at www.necsws.com

Please note this role can be offered on a hybrid working basis. Candidates must work 1-2 days per week from the Hemel office.

NEC Software Solutions is one of the fastest growing public service businesses in the UK. It uses strategy, innovation, information and technology to promote high‑performing public services, management, and governance in the UK. We work together with our clients in trusted partnerships to deliver better public services that seek to improve the skills and capabilities of employees, fully engage the public and thereby add to public value.

For the role you will be required to apply for Security Clearance to SC level after joining. A full and clean driving licence is also required with a view of occasional travel.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard network through meticulous security and vulnerability patch management.
• Investigate alerts, respond swiftly to incidents, and provide valuable recommendations.
• Perform proactive scanning, implement ITHC remediation, and join thrilling threat hunting missions.
• Collaborate with infrastructure teams, automate remediation, and analyse Cisco/Palo firewalls.
• Embrace variety, get involved in exciting business activities, and work across different locations.
• Be flexible, covering out‑of‑hours work and exceeding expectations.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in large network environments.
• Proficiency in Cisco ASA/Firepower, Palo Alto/Panorama technologies.
• Strong interpersonal skills, thrive in a collaborative environment.
• Adaptable, drive customers forward in a fast‑changing IT landscape.
• Hold or obtain relevant security clearances (SC and NPPV).
• Self‑motivated, excellent communication, client‑facing skills.
• Full driving licence, awareness of recognised security practices.

Desirable

• Experience with Pulse Secure, Gemalto/Thales, network automation.
• Knowledge of patching Windows and Unix Operating Systems.

Benefits

• Private Medical Cover funded by NEC for Employees (with the option to add family members at an additional cost).
• 25 days paid holiday with the option to buy/sell (FTE).
• 4 x basic salary life assurance cover funded by NEC (with the option to increase cover at an additional cost).
• A Group Pension Plan with fantastic employer contributions up to a maximum of 8.5%.
• A selection of flexible benefits to suit your individual needs.
• All colleagues get free access to LinkedIn Learning. Over 15000 courses covering a huge breadth of subjects.

Other Information

Candidates must be able to demonstrate a pre‑existing right to work and travel within the UK. Documentary evidence will be required. All offers are subject to satisfactory vetting, references and occupational health checks. Depending on the nature of the role a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check may also be required along with further vetting checks like SC and NPPV3.

NEC Software Solutions is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all communities. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have specific accessibility needs during the recruitment or interview process, please feel free to share these with us. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accommodating experience for all candidates.

We’re NEC Software Solutions (part of global tech giant NEC Corporation). While you read this ad, our software is helping to dispatch ambulances, support families, keep trains on the move, locate missing people and even test the hearing of newborn babies. Working with us, you’ll be helping our 3,000+ employees push the boundaries of what’s possible and support amazing public services.