Security Engineer – Redhill, Surrey

• Developing the information security plans and policies for NSSLGlobal and Customers working with Security Management and Compliance functions to embed security management plans into operational practice
• Implementing protections and solutions to ensure and enforce the information security plans and policies
• Monitoring and collating information from monitoring tools as well as third parties to provide an accurate view of the current security position of the organisation and customers including security events, ongoing risks and treatment plan
• Investigation and resolution of security incidents events logged by staff members, monitoring tools and security partners.
• Educating and advising team members on the handling security threats e.g. suspicious emails, security alerts, CVE, etc.
• To have responsibility for the through life security of both internal and customer networks/systems as required by the company testing for vulnerabilities and recommending improvements.
• To participate and support all internal IT & Engineering teams including providing advice and expertise on the design and management of internal, customer and global networks from a cybersecurity perspective. Creating documentation around policies, procedures and events.

Who we are:

NSSLGlobal Group is a leading independent provider of project engineering, satellite communications, IT management and systems integration. With 56 years of experience in government and maritime mobility, NSSLGlobal delivers best-in‑class maritime technology and satellite solutions primarily across Geostationary and Low Earth Orbit networks, partnering with major satellite operators and wide supply chain of manufacturers.

NSSLGlobal provides assured multi-band and multi-constellation satellite solutions for commercial maritime and enterprise customers and for defence, government, responder and humanitarian organisations operating at sea, on land, and in the air. The company supports patrol vessels to oil tankers, coastguard vessels to aircraft carriers – including safety, operational, IT and welfare communications; deployed land forces ranging from embassy staff to recce teams to field headquarters, and specialist aircraft. The group’s Norway-based R&D division develops market‑competitive IPTV and VSAT technology, including hubs and modems for mobility and fixed applications.

Headquartered in the UK, NSSLGlobal employs 250+ staff across Germany, Denmark, Norway, the Netherlands, Sweden, Poland, Singapore and the USA. The company operates with integrity and strong ethical values and holds ISO certifications in ISO 27001, 9001, 14001, 45001, 44001 and 20000‑1.

Key Tasks

• Be the centre of excellence for network and device security
• Lead by example and develop and maintain personal and group technical expertise in company bespoke products and security ensuring integrity and security of networks;
• Good working knowledge & experience of
  • Cisco Firewalls, Routers& Switches
  • Compliance standards (ISO27001 and ITIL)
  • Security tools sets (SIEM, IDS/IPS)
  • Pen Testing tools
  • Vulnerability Management
• Design, build, test, commission and troubleshoot security solutions (IDS/IPS, SIEM) on internal and customer networks
• Experience developing and maintaining policies, procedures, standards and guidelines
• Write and maintain configuration/reconfiguration documentation, schematics, support guides and other documentation as required.
• Share knowledge, train, support and develop individuals internally on security management

Point of contact:

• To be the key expert in CyberSecurity Design/Management for the company and customers as required
• Final point of contact for security issues including trouble shooting and resolving to sometimes tight timescales.
• Be involved within the company Incident Management scheme.
• To liaise with other departments as required to ensure full support of networks and knowledge.

Decision Making & Judgement

The job holder will make informed decisions:

• Taking ownership of issues relating to cybersecurity, their integrity and managing and completing tasks
• Third line support of all network security issues

Experience/Skills/Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years multi network exposure including hands on experience of designing and managing secure networks including the following systems:
  • Cisco Firewalls, Routers, Switches
  • Juniper platforms
  • SIEM tools
  • IDS/IPS
  • Penetration testing (PEN Testing)
  • Computer Forensic tools
  • ISO27001 & GDPR knowledge
• Ability to communicate network security issues to peers and management
• Ability to absorb and quickly gain and retain knowledge of NSSLGlobal bespoke products & satellite services
• Must be able to demonstrate technical competency in all they do with a right first time, every time attitude.
• Excellent customer support skills and ability to interact with customers both on the phone and in meetings
• Must hold, or have the ability to easily achieve SC Security Clearance.
• A well organized, pro‑active and can‑do attitude.
• Effective communicator with an eye for detail and accurate planning skills
• Telecommunications background ideally with knowledge of satcom and/or maritime communications background.

Most Difficult Part of Job

• Providing customer satisfaction at all times often to tight timescales and changing priorities.
• Maintaining effectiveness, integrity and security of all company and customer networks
• Training, others for risk and cybersecurity competencies
• Constantly improving standards of cybersecurity and compliance

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