Senior Security Operations Engineer - London Area, United Kingdom - McGregor Boyall

    McGregor Boyall
    McGregor Boyall London Area, United Kingdom

    3 weeks ago

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    Accounting / Finance
    Description

    Role: Senior Security Operations Engineer

    Location: Central London - Hybrid (2-3 days in office per week)

    Salary: c.£150,000 Base, £200k+ Total Comp

    Our client is a pioneering quantitative investment manager, who are building an elite global security team. We're looking for an exceptional Senior Security Operations Engineer to play a vital role in shaping their future security posture and operations.

    In this pivotal position, you'll have the opportunity to design and implement cutting-edge security capabilities across a complex technology ecosystem. With teams distributed worldwide, you'll collaborate with experts across IT, cloud services, and engineering to continually improve cybersecurity for a quantitative investment leader.

    From public cloud to secure high-performance data centers, you'll leverage the latest tools and systems to fortify their hybrid infrastructure optimized for speed and ultra-low latency trading.

    Technologies span AWS, Azure, Linux, Windows, Docker, Kubernetes and more.

    What You'll Do

    • Architect and automate sophisticated, scalable security systems, processes and controls
    • Oversee and evolve comprehensive security monitoring, threat detection and intrusion prevention/response
    • Proactively assess risks and threats to develop strategic cybersecurity controls
    • Function as a security force multiplier through leadership, mentorship and training
    • Drive execution of security vision as an empowering business enabler

    What You'll Bring

    • Mastery of security engineering principles and best practices
    • Proven leadership experience developing and managing high-performing security teams
    • Extensive hands-on technical background in systems, cloud, and networking
    • Expertise simulating adversary tactics and secure offensive operations
    • Proficiency implementing security operations tools like SIEM, EDR, NDR, vulnerability management
    • Coding abilities to develop scripts and custom security applications
    • Passion for investigating the latest threats and resolving issues through ownership

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