Job Description
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Sheer Jobs Limited is recruiting on behalf of a local authority client for a Senior Cyber Security Engineer to play a critical role in strengthening and optimising their cyber security function.
This position is key to maximising the effectiveness of a newly implemented outsourced SOC (NCC Group), leveraging Splunk and CrowdStrike. You will provide senior-level technical expertise to enhance security operations, improve threat detection, and upskill the internal team.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead CrowdStrike Falcon deployment, configuration, and optimisation
- Design and enhance Splunk SIEM dashboards, alerts, and data models
- Act as an escalation point for major cyber incidents
- Develop SOAR automation workflows to improve response times
- Conduct proactive threat hunting using advanced queries
- Work closely with SOC partner to optimise security operations
- Provide training and knowledge transfer to internal teams
Mandatory Requirements (Must Have)
- 5+ years’ experience in Cyber Security Engineering or SOC Tier 3 environments
- Strong hands-on expertise in CrowdStrike Falcon (Prevent, Insight, Discover)
- Advanced Splunk experience – including SPL and Splunk Enterprise Security (ES)
- Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defence Engineer (MANDATORY)
- Strong understanding of:
- Network security & protocols
- Cloud security (AWS/Azure)
- MITRE ATT&CK framework
Desirable Experience
- Vulnerability Assessment tools (2+ years preferred)
- Exposure to Penetration Testing / Web Application Testing
- Experience developing security policies and standards
Certifications (Highly Desirable)
- CrowdStrike Certifications (CCFA / CCFR / CCSE – ideally 2+)
- Cyber Security Certifications:
- CompTIA Security+, CySA+, GSEC
- CISSP, GCIH, GCIA, CCSP
Why Apply? xwzovoh
- Work on a high-impact cyber transformation programme
- Engage with cutting-edge tools (CrowdStrike & Splunk)
- Opportunity to shape and optimise a live SOC environment
- Competitive £500/day rate with hybrid flexibility
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If you are a technically strong Cyber Security Engineer ready to operate at a senior level within a complex environment, please submit your CV for a confidential discussion.