Overview

Join the Guardian as a Cyber Security Engineer within the Group Technology & Data team. You will establish and drive the security engineering strategy and capability within the Information Security (InfoSec) team, ensuring adequate security across the Guardian News & Media estate. You will report to the InfoSec Engineering Lead, identify security gaps and root causes, work with stakeholders to remediate issues, document processes, and maintain a secure IT infrastructure. This role requires translating complex security concepts into clear context for stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain Guardian News & Media’s security infrastructure, software, and hardware; document security processes and procedures and develop the organization’s knowledge base.
• Define and integrate information security requirements into systems and processes; identify and implement security controls and test their effectiveness.
• Monitor systems for irregular behavior and develop incident response measures to protect the environment.
• Conduct risk assessments, identify security gaps, develop risk management plans, and collaborate with GRC to treat risks.
• Report findings, make recommendations, and translate complex technical issues for stakeholders.
• Increase visibility and understanding of security context across all business areas.

About You

• Demonstrable experience in cyber security engineering with a track record of defining best practices and execution, including information security risk management.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills; ability to collaborate with colleagues across the business (infrastructure; development; editorial).
• Able to translate complex and technical security concepts into easily understandable context.
• Excellent presentation and reporting skills.
• High initiative with proactive problem-solving abilities.

Work Environment

Hybrid work arrangement: 3 days a week in the Kings Cross office and 2 days remotely.

How To Apply

To apply, upload your latest CV and a cover letter outlining why you’d love to take on this role and why you’re a great match for what we’re looking for. Applications are reviewed by a member of our recruitment team. The closing date for applications is Monday 6 October 2025. If you need accommodations for your application, please contact the Recruitment Team.

Benefits

30 days of annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase 5 additional days. Generous pension contribution (employer contributions between 8-12% depending on age) and the option of payroll giving. Two volunteering days annually, season ticket loans, private healthcare, life cover, income protection, eye tests, and optional dental insurance. Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave policies. IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policies are supported.

Culture and Wellbeing

We value diversity and inclusion and strive to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute. We offer wellbeing tools, free yoga and pilates classes, gym membership, cycle to work, and a canteen with views of the Regents Canal. We are proud to be a B Corp and support employee forums for a platform to voice perspectives.

Learning and Development

We support personal and professional growth with access to tools and solutions, and opportunities to pursue professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: Advertising Services