Security Engineer

Security Engineer (Azure / DevSecOps / OT)

Location: Remote (UK-based) with occasional site travel for key meetings

Contract: 6 months, rising to a year

Overview

We are working with a leading global technology consultancy to recruit a highly skilled Security Engineer for a critical programme focused on securing Azure-based IT and Operational Technology (OT) environments.

This role sits at the intersection of cloud security, DevSecOps, and industrial/OT systems, with a strong emphasis on automation, governance, and secure-by-design principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement a robust RBAC framework for OT environments, ensuring least privilege access across automation pipelines and infrastructure
• Deploy and manage Azure Policy to enforce governance and automate the secure onboarding of IT/OT servers
• Build and enhance DevSecOps pipelines for Python-based Azure Functions, integrating automated security scanning and compliance checks
• Define and implement security baselines and standards for proxy-based architectures supporting OT environments
• Support patch management and remediation strategies using Azure Update Manager
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security is embedded across the full delivery lifecycle
• Drive automation and continuous improvement across cloud security processes

Key Skills & Experience

• Strong experience with Microsoft Azure security, including Azure Policy and identity/access management
• Proven track record in DevSecOps, including integrating security tools into CI/CD pipelines
• Solid understanding of RBAC models and least privilege principles
• Experience with vulnerability scanning and security tooling (e.g. SAST/DAST solutions)
• Knowledge of patch management and update automation within Azure environments
• Exposure to Operational Technology (OT) / Industrial Control Systems (ICS) environments is highly desirable
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Experience working within regulated or industrial sectors (e.g. energy, utilities, manufacturing)
• Familiarity with proxy-based architectures in secure environments
• Certifications in Azure or cloud security (e.g. AZ-500)

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work on a high-impact security programme within a complex Azure environment
• Immediate start on a well-funded, business-critical project
• Flexible remote-first working with occasional on-site collaboration

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