At a Glance
- Tasks: Secure cutting-edge technology solutions in a fast-paced Defence project.
- Company: Join a leading Defence consultancy with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, dynamic team environment, and impactful work.
- Other info: Onsite role requiring SC Level security clearance.
- Why this job: Make a difference in national security while advancing your tech skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with SIEM technologies and understanding of MOD security policies.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Contract position at a Defence consultancy for a specialist Security Engineer. This role involves working amongst a team of technology professionals on an MOD / Defence project, from Farnborough. Please note that the nature of this project will require the work to be carried out onsite and successful candidates will be required to be security cleared (SC Level) prior to appointment.
Security Engineer required to join fast-moving, innovative work within the Defence and Security sector, collaborating with the Security Lead and technical teams to secure cutting-edge technology solutions. The role is technically diverse and challenging, covering:
- Vulnerability management
- SIEM and security tooling
- Secure system deployment
- Incident support
- The application of modern security practices across CI/CD and operational environments
Experience required:
- Hands-on experience working with SIEM technologies and security monitoring
- Awareness of modern threat models (e.g. MITRE ATT&CK)
- Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and security controls within DevOps environments
- Building and maintaining SOC detections and use cases
- Working knowledge and understanding of MOD security policies and frameworks
- Outstanding communication and able to effectively work collaboratively
- Previous exposure working in a secure environment (Government, Defence or similar)
- Experience using Elastic Security, Nessus or similar
If you are a Security Engineer with extensive Defence/MOD experience and looking for a new contract, please apply.
Security Engineer (MOD / Defence) in Hampshire employer: Talent Locker
Join a leading Defence consultancy in Farnborough, where innovation meets security in a collaborative and dynamic work environment. As a Security Engineer, you'll benefit from competitive contract rates, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to work on cutting-edge technology solutions that make a real impact in the Defence sector. With a strong focus on employee development and a culture that values teamwork and communication, this is an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in a meaningful way.
