Lead Information Security Engineer

Salary - £55-65k + Bonus + Benefits

Location - London

Currently working with a Global Banking client who are looking to bring in a Lead Information Security Engineer who can manage, maintain and improve the Security of its internal Networks and IT Infrastructure.

Working directly alongside the Head of IT, you will be responsible for championing and setting out the cyber security strategy across the organization, building a best in class security capability and team underneath you.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for network security and system infrastructure, covering all security technologies in the network/system - SIEM, IDS/IPS, AV, Firewalls, Routers, etc
• Routine monitoring of security events, investigating potential network/security related incidents, remediating where necessary and automating where possible.
• Review current infrastructure and new security technologies and lead in its implementation as required.

Key Requirements

• Strong background and knowledge of IT and Networking protocols, Network Security Infrastructure and Cloud Services.
• Strong knowledge and advanced troubleshooting experience of Firewall Technologies.
• Significant knowledge of application, network and system vulnerabilities and modern attacker techniques to exploit these.
• Ability to liaise with senior stakeholders and translate technical concepts into business risks.

This is an incredible opportunity to join a Global Bank and have a lasting impact on how its Networks/Systems are secured in the UK and beyond. Within this role there is genuine scope to progress into a Head of IT & Cyber Security position in a 12-18 month timeframe and build out a team underneath you.

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