Erin Associates Ltd
Cyber Security Engineer
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Cyber Security Engineer
Manchester (Hybrid – 1-2 days in the office)
Up to £50k + Benefits
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Cyber Security Engineer to join a growing organisation that continues to invest in its people, technology, and security capabilities. This is a hands-on role focused on strengthening the organisation's security posture and delivering key initiatives across its Cyber Security Roadmap. Working within a Microsoft-centric technology environment, you will have the opportunity to implement, configure and improve their security controls.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver security projects and initiatives across the Cyber Security Roadmap.
- Manage and enhance Microsoft Defender, Intune, Entra ID, and Microsoft 365 security controls.
- Improve security across endpoints, identities, applications, cloud services, and infrastructure.
- Support vulnerability identification, prioritisation, and remediation.
- Monitor security alerts and support incident investigation and response.
- Work with IT teams to resolve vulnerabilities, security weaknesses, and configuration issues.
- Maintain effective security controls and support Cyber Essentials, Cyber Essentials Plus, and CIS Controls.
- Produce clear technical documentation and security procedures.
- Identify opportunities to automate security processes and improve efficiency.
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Skills & Experience
- Experience administering and improving Microsoft 365 security controls.
- Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender technologies, including Defender for Endpoint and Microsoft 365 Defender.
- Experience supporting vulnerability management and remediation activities.
- Knowledge of security monitoring, alert triage, incident response, and technical investigation.
- Experience configuring or supporting security controls across cloud, endpoint, and identity platforms.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a practical approach to reducing cyber risk.
Desirable Skills
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- Microsoft Security Operations Analyst Associate certification.
- Microsoft Azure Security Engineer Associate certification.
- CompTIA Security+, CISSP, SSCP, or equivalent certification.
- Experience supporting security frameworks and compliance initiatives.
- Experience with Cyber Essentials, Cyber Essentials Plus, or CIS Controls.
If you have not heard back from us within 5 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Your profile may be considered for other suitable vacancies that arise within the next 12 weeks.
Contact – Alex Palmer
Erin Associates welcomes applications from people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, and disabilities. Please inform us if you require any reasonable adjustment at any stage of the application process.
Location
Manchester, United Kingdom
Employment
Permanent
Salary
£45000 - £50000 Pension, Life Assurance, Hybrid working, Buy/Sell holidays, Critical Illness, Discounts and more!
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