Senior Security Engineer – WSP (UK & Ireland)

Location: United Kingdom & Ireland

Senior Security Engineer – Join WSP’s Global Security Operations and Engineering team to lead Microsoft Cloud Security initiatives, including SOAR automation, SOC management, and broader security platform architecture.

Job Description

At WSP you can access a global scale, contribute to landmark projects, and connect with the brightest minds in your field to deliver impactful work. The role involves planning, building, and managing security tools and platforms, coaching the team, and driving maturity across the security stack.

Key Responsibilities

• Co‑operate with a globally distributed team to roll out security systems and provide tier‑3 support for security issues.
• Guide local Service Desk/OSS teams with knowledge bases to resolve tickets at first instance for security software and configurations.
• Develop automation (playbooks, SOAR), scripts for system health monitoring, and oversee SOC tools in use.
• Extract data from systems and build management reports; PowerBI skills are a plus.
• Facilitate knowledge transfer and sharing within the team.
• Monitor and respond to feedback from customers (employees and business stakeholders).
• Adopt a problem‑solving and solutions‑mindset, coordinating with IT teams as needed.

Finance/Budgetary Responsibilities

• Provide feedback on tooling and identify additional needs.
• Plan for the expansion of security tools to cover ongoing needs.
• Evaluate license usage and potential growth.

What We Expect You To Demonstrate

• Strong technical expertise in Microsoft security tools (MS Sentinel, Defender, Purview, Entra, AD, etc.).
• Proven track record in improving and maturing security implementations and configurations.
• Expertise in hardening hybrid environments (end‑user devices, servers, etc.).
• Experience with other vendor solutions is an added advantage.
• Comprehensive knowledge of threat and vulnerability management, and the ability to guide remediation.
• Ability to design and implement automations, fine‑tune SIEM detection rules, and reduce manual effort.
• Up‑to‑date awareness of emerging cyber threats (e.g., zero‑day exploits, APTs).
• Knowledge of privileged account management, key management, and relevant systems.
• Experience leading security system integration and architecture definition.
• Skill in creating security reports and extracting relevant data.
• Leadership and coaching abilities to elevate team performance.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Prior experience as a security administrator for security platforms.
• Experience with SIEM and Microsoft Azure ecosystems, and familiarity with tools such as CyberArk or Akeyless.
• Knowledge of EDR systems (e.g., MS Defender, KQL) or willingness to learn.
• Meticulous approach to delivery and a willingness to learn advanced security capabilities.

What’s In It For You

Work‑life balance – hybrid working policy, flexible working days, “WSP My Hour”, part‑time options, and additional leave.

Inclusivity & Belonging – a culture that celebrates diversity, employee resource groups, and equal opportunity hiring.

Health & Wellbeing – Thrive programme, virtual GP, reasonable workplace adjustments, Gymflex scheme, menopause support package.

Development – training, mentoring, and chartership programmes to support career growth.

About WSP

WSP is one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms, united by a purpose of creating lasting positive impacts in communities worldwide. With more than 69,000 employees across 72,800 passionate people, we deliver innovative solutions for the UK and Irish market.

EEO Statement

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.