Security Engineer (Site Reliability Engineering) x2
Location: UK (Hybrid, London 3 days per week)
Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance Required
Contract Length: 6-18 Months
Rate: £545-£590 per day (Inside IR35)
Positions Available: 2
About the Role
We are seeking two experienced Security Engineers (SRE) to join a specialist consultancy delivering cyber security services across a portfolio of government projects and digital transformation programmes.
This role is ideal for security professionals with strong experience in security engineering, platform security, enterprise security architecture, and operational resilience. You will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, scalable, and resilient systems while ensuring security best practices are embedded across complex technology environments.
Working alongside engineering, operations, architecture, DevSecOps, and security teams, you will help protect critical applications, infrastructure, data, and services against evolving cyber threats. You will be expected to operate independently, provide technical leadership, and contribute to the continual improvement of security capabilities across multiple client engagements.
Key Responsibilities
Security Engineering & Platform Protection
Design, build, implement, and maintain security controls across enterprise platforms, applications, and infrastructure.
Protect systems, services, networks, and data from cyber threats and security risks.
Ensure security is integrated throughout the system development and operational lifecycle.
Promote Secure by Design and Secure by Default principles across technology solutions.
Security Architecture
Apply Enterprise Security Architecture principles to support secure solutions and services.
Contribute to the development and implementation of security architecture strategies and standards.
Review solution designs and provide security recommendations aligned to business and regulatory requirements.
Support architectural decision-making to ensure platforms remain secure, scalable, and resilient.
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Security Engineer (Site Reliability Engineering) in East Kilbride employer: Sanderson Government and Defence
As a Lead Network Engineer in Salisbury, you will join a dynamic team dedicated to maintaining and enhancing a critical network capability within a secure environment. Our company fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation, offering extensive opportunities for professional growth and development while prioritising diversity and inclusion. With a commitment to employee well-being and a supportive work atmosphere, we ensure that our team members thrive both personally and professionally.
Contact Details:
Sanderson Government and Defence Recruitment Team
