Senior Security Engineer

OverviewAs a Senior Security Engineer for Link Group you will be part of the Global Security Architecture and Engineering team, helping to drive the Cybersecurity team and the business in current information security challenges across security technology control assessment, design, configuration, integration, documentation and support.This role is based from our Leeds city centre office on a hybrid working approach; working from home with a fortnightly office presence. As team members and colleagues are based in our APAC region, it's likely that you will be required to participate in out of standard hours calls on a weekly basis.What you’ll be doing:Create and maintain global standards, ensuring a consistent security approachDesign and implement solutions to ensure that they deliver business objectives securelyUplift, drive and deliver security capabilities within the groupAct as a technical point of escalation related to security controls and conceptsDeliver security solution designs and implementation direction in a fast-paced environment solutionsEvaluate, architect, implement, and support security tools and services for Link Group rapidly emerging Cloud based hosting model and help execute the global Information Security strategy / Centre of ExcellenceLead technical change for cybersecurity best practice adoption within projectsDevelop security solutions architecture aligned to organisational strategy and industry best practiceProvide guidance to key stakeholders on best practice architecture practicesMaintaining awareness of security trends and the global threat landscapeAdvance security computing knowledge & understanding (including cloud
security) across the wider organisationContinue to develop subject matter expertise in designated area of specialisation. This includes performing research and keeping abreast of trends and best practice techniques and controlsProvide leadership and mentorship to junior team members including knowledge transferDemonstrate ‘by example’ professional and ethical behaviour by ensuring compliance with external legislation, internal operating policies, and procedures relevant to the positionPolicy and configuration review, approval and implementation of changes to DLP, WAF, DAM, endpoint, and other security productsWhat we’re looking for:Strong understanding of Application Security concepts and best practices including agile methodologies and coding languagesExperience in Security Operations, Security Engineer or similar technical roleExperience with successful and unsuccessful project implementationsKnowledge of integration concepts, patterns and technologiesExtensive experience across infrastructure domains (network, compute and storage)Experience across Cloud and infrastructure components (server, storage, network, data, and applications) to deliver end to end Cloud Infrastructure architectures and designs. Azure experience preferred.Experience performing threat modelling and value assessment techniques to assess controls and provide architectural decisionsExperience working with Cloud Security, Cyber security (Malware, penetration testing, forensics, incident response), endpoint Security, Security Incident and Event management, Data Protection, network Security, Identity & Access ManagementAbility to identify critical & high priority issues and resolve and/or escalate where requiredAssist project teams with technical decisions and implementationExperience in architecting, designing, and building Security Architecture FrameworksExperience in a hands-on implementation capacity on major projectsExperience implementing medium to large-scale distributed applicationsYou have strong skills in Zscaler, CASB, OKTA, Office 365 and Active Directory, Azure AD, Citrix Azure (Cloud) and other Microsoft technologiesYou have a working knowledge of Agile and Product Centric principles, product management, scheduling and a strong customer focusStrong communication, consulting, and negotiation skillsCISM, SSCP, CCSP, CRISC is not essential but highly desirableAbout Link GroupLink Group works in partnership internationally with almost 7,000 clients including asset managers and investors, business managers, asset owners, trustees, issuers and borrowers. We provide the infrastructure through which assets are secured or deployed in both regulated and unregulated markets.26 days holiday to start, plus Bank Holidays, one annual Wellbeing Day and one annual Volunteering Day, with the opportunity to buy extra leaveCompany matched pension scheme, private medical cover, life assurance, a Cycle2Work scheme, fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks…and plenty moreVoluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle – from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technologyYou’ll get the chance to follow your chosen career path anywhere in Link Group. You’ll be joining a network of experienced, innovative and dedicated individuals across multiple teams and countries. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career and we’ll provide the support you need to do just that.We’re an equal opportunity employer, which means we’ll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion and we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Link Group is a leading fund administration and share registry specialist. We are a market leading provider of technology-enabled administration solutions, continually developing our offerings to expand with our clients' needs. Since our inception, Link Group has been entrusted by clients to handle sensitive data in a secure and confidential manner. Our core businesses of fund administration and securities registration are complemented by our expertise in digital solutions and data analytics. OverviewAs a Senior Security Engineer for Link Group you will be part of the Global Security Architecture and Engineering team, helping to drive the Cybersecurity team and the business in current information security challenges across security technology control assessment, design, configuration, integration, documentation and support.This role is based from our Leeds city centre office on a hybrid working approach; working from home with a fortnightly office presence. As team members and colleagues are based in our APAC region, it's likely that you will be required to participate in out of standard hours calls on a weekly basis.What you’ll be doing:Create and maintain global standards, ensuring a consistent security approachDesign and implement solutions to ensure that they deliver business objectives securelyUplift, drive and deliver security capabilities within the groupAct as a technical point of escalation related to security controls and conceptsDeliver security solution designs and implementation direction in a fast-paced environment solutionsEvaluate, architect, implement, and support security tools and services for Link Group rapidly emerging Cloud based hosting model and help execute the global Information Security strategy / Centre of ExcellenceLead technical change for cybersecurity best practice adoption within projectsDevelop security solutions architecture aligned to organisational strategy and industry best practiceProvide guidance to key stakeholders on best practice architecture practicesMaintaining awareness of security trends and the global threat landscapeAdvance security computing knowledge & understanding (including cloud
security) across the wider organisationContinue to develop subject matter expertise in designated area of specialisation. This includes performing research and keeping abreast of trends and best practice techniques and controlsProvide leadership and mentorship to junior team members including knowledge transferDemonstrate ‘by example’ professional and ethical behaviour by ensuring compliance with external legislation, internal operating policies, and procedures relevant to the positionPolicy and configuration review, approval and implementation of changes to DLP, WAF, DAM, endpoint, and other security productsWhat we’re looking for:Strong understanding of Application Security concepts and best practices including agile methodologies and coding languagesExperience in DevSecOps
transformationExperience in Security Operations, Security Engineer or similar technical roleExperience with successful and unsuccessful project implementationsKnowledge of integration concepts, patterns and technologiesExtensive experience across infrastructure domains (network, compute and storage)Experience across Cloud and infrastructure components (server, storage, network, data, and applications) to deliver end to end Cloud Infrastructure architectures and designs. Azure experience preferred.Experience performing threat modelling and value assessment techniques to assess controls and provide architectural decisionsExperience working with Cloud Security, Cyber security (Malware, penetration testing, forensics, incident response), endpoint Security, Security Incident and Event management, Data Protection, network Security, Identity & Access ManagementAbility to identify critical & high priority issues and resolve and/or escalate where requiredAssist project teams with technical decisions and implementationExperience in architecting, designing, and building Security Architecture FrameworksExperience in a hands-on implementation capacity on major projectsExperience implementing medium to large-scale distributed applicationsYou have strong skills in Zscaler, CASB, OKTA, Office 365 and Active Directory, Azure AD, Citrix Azure (Cloud) and other Microsoft technologiesYou have a working knowledge of Agile and Product Centric principles, product management, scheduling and a strong customer focusStrong communication, consulting, and negotiation skillsCISM, SSCP, CCSP, CRISC is not essential but highly desirableAbout Link GroupLink Group works in partnership internationally with almost 7,000 clients including asset managers and investors, business managers, asset owners, trustees, issuers and borrowers. We provide the infrastructure through which assets are secured or deployed in both regulated and unregulated markets.What’s in it for you?A competitive salary
plus benefits26 days holiday to start, plus Bank Holidays, one annual Wellbeing Day and one annual Volunteering Day, with the opportunity to buy extra leaveCompany matched pension scheme, private medical cover, life assurance, a Cycle2Work scheme, fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks…and plenty moreVoluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle – from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technologyYou’ll get the chance to follow your chosen career path anywhere in Link Group. You’ll be joining a network of experienced, innovative and dedicated individuals across multiple teams and countries. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career and we’ll provide the support you need to do just that.We’re an equal opportunity employer, which means we’ll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion and we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Link Group is a leading fund administration and share registry specialist. We are a market leading provider of technology-enabled administration solutions, continually developing our offerings to expand with our clients' needs. Since our inception, Link Group has been entrusted by clients to handle sensitive data in a secure and confidential manner. Our core businesses of fund administration and securities registration are complemented by our expertise in digital solutions and data analytics. Explore more InfoSec / Cybersecurity career opportunitiesFind even more open roles in Ethical Hacking, Pen Testing, Security Engineering, Threat Research, Vulnerability Management, Cryptography, Digital Forensics and Cyber Security in general - ordered by popularity of job title or skills, toolset and products used - below.
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