Cyber Security Engineer

Watford , Hertfordshire Contract Feb 24, 2026

Cyber Security Engineer Initial 6 month contract, max rate - £400pd inside IR35 or £40k FTC, 100% remote

We are working with a national charity to recruit a Cyber Security Engineer who will be responsible for overseeing and strengthening their operational security capability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day security operations, including oversight of a 24/7 outsourced SOC
• Manage and respond to security incidents through to resolution and recovery
• Configure and optimise SIEM (Microsoft Sentinel preferred) and threat detection tools
• Conduct vulnerability scanning and coordinate remediation activities
• Secure Azure, Microsoft 365 and wider cloud/network infrastructure
• Implement new security controls and improve existing defences
• Produce clear technical documentation and maintain security procedures
• Support and mentor junior Security Engineers

About You

• Strong hands-on experience in cyber/operational security roles
• Experience with SIEM, incident response, vulnerability management and cloud security
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365
• Knowledge of Azure or AWS is beneficial
• Calm under pressure, analytical, and able to work collaboratively across IT teams