At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead cyber security initiatives and manage policies to protect our digital landscape.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking company prioritising cyber security and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, private medical insurance, life assurance, and generous annual leave.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration across teams.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in safeguarding our business against cyber threats.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in cybersecurity with relevant certifications and strong technical skills.
The predicted salary is between 75000 - 75000 £ per year.
Responsibilities
- Develop and manage cyber security policies, procedures, and standards to meet business and regulatory requirements.
- Lead the Cyber Security Board, overseeing cyber risks, strategy, and business-wide security initiatives.
- Work with the outsourced SOC and internal teams to manage threat monitoring, incident response, and Microsoft Sentinel performance.
- Own and manage security platforms including KnowBe4 and Egress, driving user adoption, training, reporting, and secure communication practices.
- Partner across the business to improve cyber awareness, manage risks, ensure compliance (GDPR, ISO 27001, NIS2), and oversee third-party security standards.
The Candidate
- Hold relevant cybersecurity certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISM, CEH, GIAC or equivalent) demonstrating strong professional standards.
- Bring 5+ years of cybersecurity experience delivering and managing secure systems, processes, and controls.
- Strong technical expertise in threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and SIEM tools (e.g. Splunk, QRadar, Microsoft Sentinel).
- Confident problem-solver with strong decision-making skills, able to perform effectively in high-pressure situations.
- Solid understanding of compliance frameworks (PCI-DSS, HIPAA, SOX) with strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills across teams.
The Package
- Base Salary: up to £75,000
- Private Medical Insurance
- Income Protection
- Life assurance
- 25 days annual leave
Senior Cyber Security Engineer in Birmingham employer: Peaple Talent
As a leading employer in the cybersecurity sector, we offer a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through comprehensive training programmes and opportunities to lead critical security initiatives, all while enjoying a competitive salary and robust benefits package, including private medical insurance and generous annual leave. Located in a vibrant area, our culture prioritises work-life balance and encourages a proactive approach to professional development, making us an excellent choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
We think you need these skills to ace Senior Cyber Security Engineer in Birmingham
Cyber Security Policies Development
Threat Monitoring
Incident Response
Microsoft Sentinel
Security Platforms Management
User Adoption and Training
GDPR Compliance
