Junior Security Engineer
Job Description
We are looking for a Junior Security Engineer to join a regulated, enterprise scale Security Engineering team where you will collaborate to deliver exciting programs of work, ensuring items are completed as expected. You will develop a strong understanding of security tooling (commercial off-the-shelf), along with the supporting platform build and application configuration to meet stakeholder requirements.
Key skills required for the role include:
Security or infrastructure background
Foundation knowledge in cloud technologies at least in one CSP (AWS or Azure) and hybrid e.g. Openshift
Knowledge of security network architectures e.g. Firewalls, DMZ, proxies, DNS, web and mail servers, and the principles of networking
Desirable skills for the role include:
Foundational knowledge of at least one core security domain (Vulnerability Management, Endpoint, Data Security, etc.)
Infrastructure administration, Windows/Linux, Containers
Intermediate/Advance level of scripting/coding ability e.g., Python, PowerShell
You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for this role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills.
This role can be based out of either Knutsford or Glasgow.
Purpose of the role
To develop, implement and maintain solutions that support the safeguarding of the banks systems and sensitive information.
Accountabilities
Provision of subject matter expertise on security systems and engineering patterns.
Development and implementation of protocols, algorithms, and software applications to protect sensitive data and systems.
Management and protection of secrets, ensuring that they are securely generated, stored, and used.
Execution of audits to monitor, identify and assess vulnerabilities in the banks infrastructure/software and support the response to potential security breaches.
Identification of advancements in to support the innovation and adoption of new cryptographic technologies and techniques.
Collaboration across the bank, including developers and security teams, to ensure that cryptographic solutions align with business objectives, security policies and regulatory requirements.
Development/ Implementation and maintenance of Identity and Access Management solutions and systems.
Analyst Expectations
Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area.
Partner with other functions and business areas.
Takes responsibility for end results of a team’s operational processing and activities.
Escalate breaches of policies / procedure appropriately.
Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation.
Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise.
Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct.
Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisations products, services and processes within the function.
Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.
Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail.
Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents.
Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex / sensitive information.
Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation.
All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave
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