Cyber Security Engineer

Cyber Security Engineer - Leeds (Hybrid) - Up to £70K

A well-established international legal firm based in Leeds is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to join their IT team. The Cyber Security Engineer will have extensive experience working in different SOC environments, have a great knowledge of AI technology and fully proficient with azure technologies. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of strengthening the firm's security posture, protecting sensitive client data and critical systems within a fast-paced legal environment. You will be in the office 3 days a week.

Key Skills:

• 5+ years experience working in a SOC Environment, handling threat detections, incident responses and continuous service improvements.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms, endpoint detection and response (EDR), and vulnerability management tools.
• Good experience working with AI tools such as Claude, Co-Pilot and ChatGPT.
• Excellent experience with Azure.
• Experience working in the legal sector is advantageous.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, implementation and ongoing management of security controls across the firm's IT infrastructure.
• Monitor, detect and respond to security incidents, threats and vulnerabilities in a timely manner.
• Conduct regular risk assessments, audits and penetration testing to identify and remediate weaknesses.
• Develop and maintain security policies, procedures and disaster recovery plans in line with regulatory requirements.
• Act as the go-to expert on cyber security matters, advising stakeholders and senior leadership on risk and best practice.
• Manage relationships with third-party security vendors and partners.
• Drive a culture of security awareness across the business through training and communication.
• Stay ahead of emerging threats and evolving compliance requirements within the legal sector.

Company Benefits:

• 25 days Holiday + Bank Holiday (Increases to 27 days after 4 years)
• Discretionary bonus every September
• Private and Medical Insurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life Assurance
• Gym Subsidiaries
• 5% (5% matched by company)
• Buy or sell up to 5 days holiday

Commutable from Leeds, Wakefield, Bradford, Harrogate, Huddersfield, Halifax, York, Manchester and Hull

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