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SecOps Engineer
Job Posted: 45 minutes ago
Salary: £ 60,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: BS1, Bristol, City of Bristol
Expire in: a month
Job Description
SecOps Engineer – Hybrid – Central Bristol
We’re looking for an experienced SecOps Engineer to join a small, collaborative security team within a large, people-focused organisation. This is a hybrid role requiring 2–3 days a week in a vibrant Central Bristol office.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping the security operations of a national business that places wellbeing, innovation, and employee development at the heart of its culture. You'll be working alongside passionate professionals who are committed to building secure, scalable, and resilient systems that support a positive end-user experience.
The Role: What You’ll Be Doing
* Network Security – Design and maintain secure network infrastructures, monitor traffic, respond to suspicious activity, and conduct audits to ensure compliance.
* Vulnerability Analysis – Carry out regular assessments and penetration tests, develop mitigation strategies, and report on remediation progress.
* Incident Response – Lead incident detection, containment, and recovery efforts; conduct post-incident reviews and recommend improvements.
* Forensic Analysis – Investigate incidents, perform root cause analysis, preserve digital evidence, and produce forensic reports.
* Security Tools – Manage tools such as firewalls, IDS/IPS systems, and endpoint protection solutions; evaluate and recommend new technologies.
* Documentation – Maintain detailed logs and reports of incidents, assessments, and analyses for internal stakeholders.
* Collaboration – Partner with IT, development, and digital teams to embed security across all initiatives.
* Ongoing Development – Stay current with emerging threats and industry best practices through regular training and self-development.
What We’re Looking For
* IT Expertise – Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, especially cloud platforms; AWS experience preferred.
* Security Tools Proficiency – Hands-on experience with Palo Alto firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection.
* Network Security Knowledge – Deep understanding of VPNs, network protocols, and security architecture.
* Incident Management – Proven ability to detect, analyse, and resolve security threats and malware.
* Vulnerability Management – Experience in identifying and mitigating system vulnerabilities.
* Automation Skills – Proficiency in security automation using scripting tools like Python or PowerShell.
* Frameworks & Compliance – Familiarity with ISO 27001, NIST 800-53, Cyber Essentials, and GDPR.
* Risk Management – Strong grasp of risk assessment methodologies and security control frameworks.
* Communication – Able to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
* Project Management – Experience managing security projects and working with cross-functional teams.
* Certifications – Relevant qualifications such as CEH, CCSP, CompTIA Security+, or AWS/Azure certs are highly desirable.
This fantastic role come with a highly competitive salary which is reviewed annually, and comes with an excellent benefits package which includes a 10% annual bonus, 25 days paid holiday, a flexible pension scheme, flexible working opportunities, shared Parental Leave - 18 weeks full pay, continued investment in your career, Bike to Work, discounts and many moreBefore You Apply
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