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    Cyber Security Engineer

    Technology
    Yolk Recruitment Ltd
    South Glamorgan, Cardiff
    Permanent
    £62,000 - £72,000/year
    Hybrid

    Job Description

    Cyber Security Engineer Hybrid / Cardiff £62,000 - £72,000

    We're looking for an experienced Security Engineer to join an established Cyber Resilience function, taking a hands-on role in strengthening security operations across a complex technology environment.

    You'll work across Microsoft security technologies, cloud security, identity, vulnerability management and threat detection, while helping improve the organisation's overall cyber resilience.

    What you'll be doing:

    • Managing and improving Microsoft Defender and Sentinel capabilities

    • Securing Azure environments and implementing effective security controls

    • Managing Entra ID security, including Conditional Access, Identity Protection and privileged access

    • Supporting vulnerability management and remediation

    • Implementing data protection controls using Microsoft Purview

    • Supporting threat monitoring, detection and incident response

    • Providing security input into technology projects and architecture decisions

    • Supporting security frameworks including NCSC CAF, ISO 27001, NIST CSF and CIS Controls

    • Acting as a security SME to technical and non-technical stakeholders What we're looking for:

    • Proven Security Engineer experience

    • Strong Microsoft Defender and Sentinel knowledge

    • Good Azure and Entra ID security experience

    • Hands-on vulnerability management experience

    • Understanding of security frameworks and technical controls

    • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Benefits:

    • Flexible working opportunities

    • Discretionary bonus of up to 10%

    • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

    • Retirement Savings Plan (pension) with Aviva: 5% employee contribution, doubling your contribution at 10% - totalling 15%

    • 14 x salary Life Insurance linked to membership of the Retirement Savings Plan

    • "Choices" flexible benefit scheme options including corporate gym memberships, dental insurance, and health cash-plans

    • Access to our Financial Wellbeing Programme - allowing you to manage your benefits flexibly to suit your financial needs

    • Enhanced pay for parental leave

    • Retail discounts and cashback scheme

    • Annual salary review

    • Company Sick Pay

    Ready to Apply?

    Contact Daniel Newton to find out more.

    Please apply with a CV and a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role.

    Know someone great for the job? We offer a referral scheme-just get in touch!

    Posted on August 12, 2026

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