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Security Engineer - Flexible Working Available

Employer
L&Q
Location
London (Greater)
Salary
£50,000 - £60,000 per annum, depending on experienc
Closing date
22 Aug 2019

Job Details

A great opportunity has arisen for an experienced Security Engineer to join L&Q at a very exciting time, where we will invest, grow and transform our business to provide a better service to customers old and new. There is huge investment in Technology, Modern Workplace and move to full Microsoft Azure and Azure Stack and a great place to get involved in all parts of the transformation.

We are looking for an adaptable and forward-thinking Security Engineer, able to help shape the future Technology Landscape of L&Q. They will assist in the development and implementation of roadmaps, data mapping and engagement that ensure the security and risk strategy meet regulatory requirements within the broad area of Technology. Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy are key.

The Security Engineer will report directly into the Cloud & Infrastructure Lead. The role will be aligned to the Enterprise Services and Security function, but specifically within the Cloud & Infrastructure and Information Security teams, who’s focus it is to provide exceptional service to all customers, internal and external to the business.  This person will be an enabler with an innovative attitude and a proactive, positive approach.

The Security Engineer will be responsible for, but not limited to the following:

·               Security patching across the server and network infrastructure

·               Proactive and reactive server and network hardening

·               Enforcement of compliance, policy and best practice

·               Review and remediate IPS/IDS policies and rules

·               Planning, implementing, managing, monitoring and upgrading security measures for the protection of the organisations data, systems and networks.

·               Implement treatment plans as recommended through Infosec risks con critical infrastructure Assist with identifying security risks highlighted through on-going work

·               First point of contact and responsibility for security breaches, incidents and security request from Information Security

·               Ensuring that the organisation’s infrastructure is protected by enabling the appropriate security controls as guided by security, risk and compliance

·               Participation in the change management process

·               Testing and identifying network and system vulnerabilities

·               Deliver the security of corporate cloud and on-premise infrastructure through improvement projects and initiatives to leverage best-fit, economic solutions, harnessing consumer, business solutions and moving away from traditional enterprise scale models

·               Work with the Service Delivery team to provide escalation support for security incidents and problems

·               Manage third parties delivering security, cloud or infrastructure services to L&Q – ensuring SLAs are realised, with regular performance reviews etc  

 Skills and Experience:

Excellent practical knowledge of the following:

·          Cloud services

·           Physical & virtual server topographies

·           IP & virtual network design

·           Firewall management

·           Switch & router configuration management

Experience of working with the Microsoft stack:

·          Azure

·          Office 365

·          Windows Server

·          Microsoft Exchange

·          CCM

·          Active Directory Domain Services

·          Active Directory Federation Services

·          Active Directory Certificate Services

Experience working with the following technologies:

·          VMware/Hyper V

·          Citrix

·          HP 3PAR

·          Commvault

·          Cisco routers, switches and firewalls

·          F5

·          SolarWinds

·          Experience working in a DevOps environment, creating a DevOps pipeline

·          Good working knowledge of on-premise and cloud-based security management technologies, such as Service Design, Security Monitoring and Security Performance Management

·          Working knowledge of ISO27001 & PCI DSS and experience of improving IT systems to adhere to security guidelines, acting both proactively and reactively

·          Understanding of CIS controls, e.g. Hardening

·          Successful experience designing & documenting technical infrastructure designs as part of a Systems Development Lifecycle process

·          Track record of delivering complex technical solutions to tight timescale

 

If successful you will be required to travel between our two main sites, Stratford, E15 4PH and Sidcup, DA14 5HU. The main office will be the office closest to you and expenses can be claimed when required to make additional journeys to other sites.

 

If you have the experience and skillset to fulfil this role, then apply without delay! 

Our Commitments:

At L&Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. This is why we are committed to developing our people. It's only by investing in a well-trained and motivated workforce that we can continue to prosper and sustain business success. 

In addition to our support and training, the successful candidate will have access to our full suite of benefits including 26 days holiday rising to 31 days with length of service, annual bonus subject to group performance, excellent Pension scheme, Benenden Healthcare, an employee assistance programme and non-contributory life assurance. 

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and recognise the changing demands and circumstances in life. Please let us know during the recruitment process if you’re interested in part time working or job sharing. In addition, should your circumstances change once you have joined L&Q, you can also request flexible working arrangements, e.g. a change to working hours - if it’s feasible then we’ll make it happen.

We are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace.

We expect all of our employees to support our environmental policy and social responsibility work. We are an employer committed to environmental and social responsibility.

 

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