Overview

Join to apply for the Cloud Security Engineer role at Emerald Publishing. The Cloud Security Engineer will safeguard the company’s data and IT infrastructure by implementing and managing robust security measures. This role ensures compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, oversees disaster recovery processes, and provides technical support to the wider team.

Location & Compensation

Location: Remote-first, UK (commutable to Leeds for occasional office meetings).
Compensation: circa £60,000.

Responsibilities

• Design, document and implement security measures to protect IT infrastructure and data assets.
• Collaborate with the Infrastructure team to plan and execute a disaster recovery solution.
• Act as Technical Security Subject Matter Expert, providing guidance to team members across Technology.
• Deliver technical security input to assist project delivery and manage the Security Roadmap.
• Build effective relationships with internal clients and external service providers.
• Manage security monitoring alerts and provide efficient response and support.
• Provide technical Cyber Security and Security Breach incident and response.
• Manage Microsoft 365 E5 security stack.
• Provide regular security assessments and reports.
• Keep up to date with new attack vectors and security trends.
• Support ISM in the production of Information Security policies and procedures.

Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of Azure systems operations and architecture.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Defender XDR, Defender for Endpoints, Defender for Identity, Defender for Cloud Apps.
• Excellent personal time management and organizational skills.
• Effective communication across all levels of the business.
• Proven track record of timely delivery of projects.

Qualifications

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent.
• Microsoft Azure Administrator.
• Azure Security Engineer Associate.

Experience

• 3+ years proven experience as a Security Engineer or similar role.
• 3+ years experience with Azure cloud services and infrastructure.
• Proficient working knowledge and experience managing Microsoft 365 E5 security stack.
• Experience managing Microsoft Azure Sentinel desirable.
• Experience with enterprise level vulnerability management.

Benefits

38 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), remote flexible working, discretionary performance bonus, 6% pension contribution (up to 7% if choose higher contribution), working from home allowance and various wellbeing and work-life balance benefits.

EEO Statement

We welcome applications from all individuals, irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, or belief. Applicants must be authorized to work in the UK without restriction or sponsorship.

Application Process

We strongly recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you require additional time to complete your application due to accessibility needs or other circumstances, please don’t hesitate to contact us; we’re happy to support you.