Cyber Security Engineer

Yolk Recruitment
Cardiff, Cymru / Wales, CF10 2AF, United Kingdom
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£62,000 – £72,000 pa
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Posted
11 Aug 2026 (Last week)

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.

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