Security Engineer – Platform and Protection

About the role

Sopra Steria is looking for security engineers who work closely with technology, where security is implemented, operated and improved. You will set up, improve and run security mechanisms in complex IT environments, working close to both architecture and operations so that good security principles become reality. The role suits someone who wants to work where security is put into practice.

Key responsibilities

• Implement and operate security solutions such as EDR, XDR, SIEM and IAM
• Secure and harden clients, servers and cloud platforms
• Automate security tasks and improve detection
• Work closely with the SOC, architects and development teams across environments
• Troubleshoot and develop security controls in existing solutions
• Identify weaknesses through testing, analysis or penetration simulation

Required profile

• Technical strength and interest in making systems secure
• Experience in IT operations, platform or security implementation, or a background in infrastructure, platform or operations
• Understanding of how systems can be attacked, for example through vulnerability scanning, testing or analysis
• Relevant experience can offset formal education

Required skills

• EDR, XDR and SIEM platforms (e.g. Microsoft Defender, Sentinel)
• Identity and access management, e.g. Entra ID and IAM
• Zero trust, least privilege and hardening
• Automation via scripting, SOAR or similar (an advantage)

What we offer

• Professional development through certifications, courses and conferences
• 6 weeks of holiday and full pay during parental leave and illness
• Pension and insurance schemes and private health insurance
• Company gym, sports centre contributions and a social environment

Applications are accepted until the earliest possible date; candidates are invited to interview on an ongoing basis. The application deadline is listed as "as soon as possible".