The Opportunity
Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.
An established organisation in the North East is seeking a proactive, hands-on Cyber Security Engineer to strengthen its security posture and lead day-to-day cyber protection across its systems, networks, and cloud environment.
As the organisation's internal cyber security SME, you will have the opportunity to shape improvements and enhance resilience, working closely with colleagues across IT and the wider business.
This is a predominantly site based role so applicants must reside within a commutable distance of the office.
Our client is unable to sponsor visas so candidates must have a permanent right to work in the UK
The Role
Joining a close-knit and highly collaborative IT function, you will play a key role in protecting the organisation's infrastructure while working as part of a small, multi-skilled team delivering day-to-day IT services. Alongside your cyber security responsibilities, you will support operational IT activity through the service desk, responding to tickets, assisting users, and contributing to the smooth running of Microsoft 365, Azure, infrastructure, and hybrid environments.
Working alongside IT colleagues and a third-party MDR provider, your work will combine security monitoring, incident response, continuous improvement, ticket-based support, and broader departmental requirements. This is a varied, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys teamwork, shared ownership, and balancing cyber security priorities with the everyday needs of a busy IT department.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor, investigate, and respond to security alerts and potential incidents, working closely with colleagues and the MDR provider.
- Lead security remediation activity on escalated MDR incidents, coordinating technical resolution and clear communication across the IT team and wider business.
- Develop and enhance threat detection rules and use cases in collaboration with internal stakeholders and third-party partners.
- Implement and maintain security controls across Microsoft 365, Azure, and hybrid infrastructure, ensuring changes are understood, documented, and communicated effectively. xgikmsk
- Support the day-to-day running of the IT department by handling service desk tickets, troubleshooting user issues, and assisting with infrastructure, desktop, and application support.
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Cyber Security Engineer in Willington employer: Nigel Wright Group Careers
As a leading engineering business in the North East, our client offers an exceptional work environment that fosters innovation and technical excellence. Employees benefit from a collaborative culture that encourages professional growth and development, with clear pathways to advance into leadership roles. The company's commitment to bespoke product development in safety-critical environments ensures that every team member plays a vital role in solving complex challenges, making this an exciting and rewarding place to work.
Contact Details:
Nigel Wright Group Careers Recruitment Team
