Job Specifications
Senior Cyber Security Engineer | Bedford (Hybrid) | Up to £85,000 + Benefits
The Company
Join a large, nationally significant public sector organization delivering critical digital services that support millions of people across the UK. Operating at the intersection of technology, regulation, and public trust, they are building secure, future-ready digital platforms that underpin the country’s financial and pensions ecosystem.
This is an opportunity to join a mission-driven organization with genuine scale, influence, and long-term investment in technology and security.
Why this role stands out:
Lead cybersecurity for a high-profile, national digital platform with real societal impact
Strong investment in cloud, security tooling, and modern engineering practices
Hybrid working with a Bedford base and regular London engagement
Excellent public sector benefits, including a standout pension and generous leave
A values-led, inclusive culture that genuinely supports wellbeing and flexibility
The Role
This is a senior, hands-on cybersecurity leadership role with accountability across architecture, operations, assurance, and governance. You’ll work closely with internal technology teams and external security partners to ensure complex hybrid and cloud environments remain secure, resilient, and compliant.
Key aspects of the role include:
Leading security across hybrid cloud environments (AWS and Azure), from design through to live operations
Owning security operations oversight, including SOC performance, incident response, and threat management
Driving security assurance activities such as penetration testing, risk assessments, and supplier reviews
Acting as the security authority within change, design, and governance forums
Ensuring third-party suppliers and ecosystem partners meet defined security and regulatory standards
Your Experience
We’re looking for a senior cybersecurity professional who combines strong technical depth with the confidence to influence at a strategic level.
You’ll bring:
Extensive experience designing and securing complex cloud and hybrid architectures (AWS and Azure)
Strong background in security operations, incident response, vulnerability management, and threat intelligence
Proven experience working with security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS, or Cyber Essentials Plus
Confidence leading assurance activities, interpreting technical findings, and driving remediation
Experience managing third-party security providers and advising senior stakeholders on cyber risk
Next Steps
This Senior Cyber Security Engineer role is already generating strong interest and won’t be available for long. If you’d like to learn more or apply, please get in touch or click the apply button. If you’d like advice before applying, feel free to give me a call.
About the Company
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