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Security Engineer

About the role

We are partnered with a forward thinking technology business who are looking to bolster the Cyber Security talent field by taking on a highly skilled networking or infrastructure professional. If you are waiting for a break into Cyber Security Engineering then this could be the one for you!

This business delivers consultancy, software and managed services across sectors such as telecoms, transport, education and the public sector. As part of their continued expansion, they are looking to hire a Security Engineer to join their technical delivery team.

This is an exciting opportunity to transition into a cyber-focused role, working alongside experienced consultants and engineers who will actively mentor and support your development. You will be involved in engineering and implementing security solutions, contributing to internal IT projects and gaining exposure to a range of cutting-edge technologies.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Implementing security technologies, including Next Generation Firewalls, DPI, WAF and secure infrastructure

  • Creating detailed low-level designs and configuration documentation

  • Hardening Windows and Linux environments

For this role you should have:

  • Strong grounding in networking or infrastructure, ideally with experience in Cisco ASA/FTD firewall deployments

  • Hands-on administration of Windows and Linux servers, and virtualisation platforms like VMware

  • Knowledge of VPNs, ACLs, PKI, and end-to-end network traffic flow

  • A desire to transition into cyber engineering with clear motivation and learning drive

Why Apply?

  • Structured support to help you move confidently into cyber engineering

  • Work with a friendly, expert team on meaningful projects for high-profile clients

  • Opportunities to travel, build your consulting skills, and work across a mix of industries

  • Generous holiday allowance, pension scheme and potential for Security Clearance sponsorship

If you're looking for a genuine opportunity to grow your cyber security career and you have a background in networking or infrastructure  - do not wait!

NRG is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. We oppose all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of any protected characteristic. Our aim is to create an environment that encourages diversity, builds on individual differences, and responds equitably to the needs of all. We proactively take steps to fulfil our legal obligations, remove barriers, monitor for fairness, reflect the communities we serve, and enforce a zero-tolerance policy for breaches of our Equality and Diversity policy.

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