Lead Cyber Research Engineer: Security Research & Tooling

Lead Cyber Research Engineer: Security Research & Tooling

Full-Time 80000 - 100000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
UK Intelligence Services

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Identify vulnerabilities and develop defensive solutions in a complex tech landscape.
  • Company: Join MI5, a leading security agency in Central London.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, mentoring opportunities, and a dynamic office environment.
  • Other info: Opportunity to mentor others and shape secure capabilities.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on national security while advancing your engineering skills.
  • Qualifications: Strong background in cybersecurity and hands-on engineering experience.

The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 Β£ per year.

MI5 in Central London is seeking a Lead Cyber Research Engineer to identify vulnerabilities, understand exploit techniques, and develop practical defensive solutions across a complex technology landscape. This role blends hands-on engineering with deep security expertise, mentoring others, writing code, building tooling, and shaping secure capabilities while operating in an office-based environment.

Lead Cyber Research Engineer: Security Research & Tooling employer: UK Intelligence Services

GCHQ is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its employees, offering a collaborative work culture where innovation thrives. As a Strategic Leader in Corporate Psychology, you will have the opportunity to shape impactful services while working alongside dedicated professionals in a supportive environment, all within the unique context of national security. With a commitment to ethical practice and continuous development, GCHQ provides a rewarding career path for those looking to make a meaningful difference.

UK Intelligence Services

Contact Details:

UK Intelligence Services Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Lead Cyber Research Engineer: Security Research & Tooling

Vulnerability Identification
Exploit Techniques Understanding
Defensive Solutions Development
Hands-on Engineering
Security Expertise
Mentoring Skills
Coding Skills