Information Security Engineer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job details
Posted 03 February 2023 Salary £70000 - £80000 per annum LocationBirmingham Job type Permanent DisciplineInfrastructure ReferenceML-62-6 Contact NameMorgan LingardJob description
Information Security EngineerBirmingham
£70,000 - £80,000 + Excellent Benefits
Digital Waffle is working in partnership with a provider of software development, data analysis, and marketing. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic Information Security Engineer.
Job Role
The Information Security Engineer will assist in evaluating and advising on architecture designs to ensure proper security processes and controls are in place, and assist in reviewing existing security configurations and methods for weaknesses and identify areas of improvement.
- Serve as a technical security SME to advise on proper security designs for new and existing architecture and services.
- Work between Information Security and IT teams to ensure requirements are incorporated into designs, and escalating risks.
- Provide support for engineering, operations, and security teams to resolve security events.
- Oversee IT systems risk assessments and control validation.
- Assist in threat modeling to ensure the proper security services are implemented against the right risks, and properly communicate to relevant stakeholders.
- Participate in the change management process.
- Provide subject matter expertise in information security as it relates to networks and systems.
- Monitor appropriate venues for threats to the security of the Hogan Lovells environment. Provide notification of actions needed to mitigate threats and manage the threat lifecycle.
- Support and assist with external security audits of the firm’s environment.
- Maintain knowledge of the information security needs of firm clients and implement measures to satisfy those requirements in the most efficient manner.
- Provide other teams with security consulting services, including responding to requests for additional information and assisting with specific projects.
Requirements What do you need?
- 2 to 4 years of Security / CyberSecurity experience
- Familiarity with a variety of security tools and platforms, Especially Palo Alto
- Cloud service experience, including AWS, Azure, and SaaS services
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
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Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Staffing, Recruitment & Subcontracting
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Information Security Engineer roles across Digital Waffle's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Staffing, Recruitment & Subcontracting.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £70,000 - £80,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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