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At Ardent Credit Services, we are dedicated to excellence in the Banking & Financial Services sector. Our commitment to innovation and security underpins our success, and we are seeking a skilled Security Engineer to join our dynamic team. This pivotal role will contribute directly to safeguarding our critical systems and data, ensuring we maintain the highest standards of security and compliance.
Job Responsibility:
Secure Development Lifecycle (SDLC): Integrate security tools and processes into the CI/CD pipelines (DevSecOps), ensuring security is "shifted left"
Vulnerability Management: Manage and execute Static Application Security Testing (SAST) and Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) on proprietary applications
Remediation & Guidance: Act as the primary security resource for development teams, providing technical advice on vulnerability fixes and secure coding practices (e.g., adherence to the OWASP Top 10)
Threat Modelling: Conduct formal threat modelling exercises for new features and application architectures to proactively identify and mitigate design flaws
Secure Baselines: Define, implement, and audit secure configuration standards for all corporate systems, including servers (Windows/Linux), cloud resources (AWS, Azure), and critical databases, ensuring compliance with CIS Benchmarks or equivalent standards
Endpoint Security: Deploy, manage, and optimize Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solutions and host-based firewalls to enhance visibility and defensive capabilities
Identity & Access Management (IAM): Engineer and govern the secure configuration of IAM services, including Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Single Sign-On (SSO), and Privileged Access Management (PAM) tools
Patch & Vulnerability Management: Oversee the technical operation of the enterprise vulnerability scanning program, working with IT Operations to prioritize and track remediation of system and software vulnerabilities
Firewall Management: Design, implement, and maintain complex rule sets and policies on Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) platforms, managing network segmentation, site-to-site VPNs, and secure remote access
Intrusion Detection/Prevention (NIPS): Configure and tune Network Intrusion Prevention Systems (NIPS) and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) to actively block and alert on malicious network traffic and policy breaches
Security Tool Implementation: Lead the research, deployment, and operationalisation of new network and cloud security tooling, ensuring full integration with our Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system
Requirements:
Proven experience as a Security Engineer, preferably within the Banking & Financial Services industry
Strong understanding of network security protocols, encryption technologies, and security frameworks
Experience with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, endpoint protection, and vulnerability scanners
Familiarity with industry regulations and standards including GDPR, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, and FCA compliance
Relevant certifications advantageous, such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security+
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented mindset
Strong communication skills, able to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field is preferred
Nice to have:
Relevant certifications advantageous, such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security+
Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field is preferred
What we offer:
Competitive salary package reflecting your skills and experience
Comprehensive pension scheme to support your future
Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
Opportunities for professional development and certifications
Supportive and inclusive working environment focused on career growth
Employee assistance programme and wellbeing initiatives
Access to cutting-edge technology and tools within a leading financial services firm