Cyber Security Engineer
Yolk Recruitment Ltd · Cardiff · posted 31 days ago
Going rate £48,500UK median £54,647
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2135Cyber security professionals
Going rate for this occupation: £48,500 · UK median pay £54,647
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Where this salary sits
- UK pay for this occupation
- This role£62,000 to £72,000stated
- Going rate£48,500
- UK median£54,647
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| Percentile | Pay |
|---|---|
| 10th | £32,471 |
| 25th | £42,761 |
| 50th | £54,647 |
| 75th | £71,808 |
| Going rate | £48,500 |
| UK median | £54,647 |
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Cyber Security Engineer | Hybrid / Cardiff | £62,000 - £72,000
We're looking for an experienced Security Engineer to join an established Cyber Resilience function, taking a hands-on role in strengthening security operations across a complex technology environment.
You'll work across Microsoft security technologies, cloud security, identity, vulnerability management and threat detection, while helping improve the organisation's overall cyber resilience.
What you'll be doing:
Managing and improving Microsoft Defender and Sentinel capabilities Securing Azure environments and implementing effective security controls Managing Entra ID security, including Conditional Access, Identity Protection and privileged access Supporting vulnerability management and remediation Implementing data protection controls using Microsoft Purview Supporting threat monitoring, detection and incident response Providing security input into technology projects and architecture decisions Supporting security frameworks including NCSC CAF, ISO 27001, NIST CSF and CIS Controls Acting as a security SME to technical and non-technical stakeholders
What we're looking for:
Proven Security Engineer experience Strong Microsoft Defender and Sentinel knowledge Good Azure and Entra ID security experience Hands-on vulnerability management experience Understanding of security frameworks and technical controls Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Benefits:
Flexible working opportunities Discretionary bonus of up to 10% 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Retirement Savings Plan (pension) with Aviva: 5% employee contribution, doubling your contribution at 10% - totalling 15% 14 x salary Life Insurance linked to membership of the Retirement Savings Plan "Choices" flexible benefit scheme options including corporate gym memberships, dental insurance, and health cash-plans Access to our Financial Wellbeing Programme - allowing you to manage your benefits flexibly to suit your financial needs Enhanced pay for parental leave Retail discounts and cashback scheme Annual salary review Company Sick Pay
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