Cyber Security Engineer, (Cloud Security Specialist)

Cyber Security Engineer, (Cloud Security Specialist)(108983)

Locations: Bristol, Birmingham or Manchester

As a result of the work that we do, we require applicants to hold or be capable of obtaining UK National Security Vetting, the requirements for which could include but not be limited to having resided in the UK for at least the past 5 years and being a UK national or dual UK national. Please note your application will not be taken forward if you cannot fulfil these requirements.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced, client facing, Cyber Security Engineer with a strong focus on cloud security to join our security team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in securing multi-cloud environments, embedding in client teams to deliver robust protection across platforms including AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

This role requires hands-on technical expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to collaborate across engineering, DevOps, and security teams to embed security principles into cloud-native architectures, with a working knowledge of Secure Architecture concepts.

Our team combines deep sector insight, expert consulting capabilities and trusted client relationships to design and implement solutions that span all aspects of our clients’ operations. We become immersed in our clients' organisations, applying sector knowledge and technology solutions to deliver the best possible outcomes and get it right first time.

Operating from Birmingham, Bristol or Manchester we do work that matters, providing technical and advisory expertise to help our clients securely craft and deploy security control systems and operations technology.

Why Join KPMG as a Manager within our Cyber Security function?

Cyber security is one of the areas which KPMG has identified for tremendous investment and growth. Our clients face a challenging cyber threat and look to us to help them understand and respond to that threat. This is an opportunity to join a high performing team that works with a wide variety of clients, including Defence which is a KPMG priority sector. That means we are a fast-growing team which presents exciting opportunities for a manager to lead impactful projects, drive our ambitious growth agenda and seek career progression.

We are looking for a manager who possesses high quality consulting skills and a record of delivering outstanding results when leading complex consulting projects focused on delivering hands on security engineering engagements and to support KPMG’s growth in this market.

What will you be doing?

• Support projects, or workstreams within a larger programme, consulting with Partners, Directors and Senior Managers where appropriate.
• Plan and shape the delivery of engagements, including work plans, timelines, project management and resource allocations.
• Provide input on security operations capabilities and services.
• Build and manage relationships with clients on a daily basis.

What will you need to do it?

• Technical background, willingness to learn, and experience within an operationally focused engineering function.
• Experience bringing a technology perspective to a broad range of client issues, demonstrating how technology can be used to address problems and realise opportunities.
• Strong understanding of cloud networking and architecture principles, Identity and access management models, security monitoring and SIEM integration.
• Proven hands-on experience of at least two cloud environments including:
• AWS
• Microsoft Azure
• VMware Cloud Foundation
• Google Cloud

• Experience securing multi-cloud or hybrid environments, including greenfield and legacy platforms.

Skills we’d love to see/Amazing Extras:

• Managing teams, including the ability to structure complex projects.
• Clear record of achievement and progression in a consulting firm or in a comparable environment within industry.
• Relevant cybersecurity certifications.
• Consulting experience within a ‘Big 4’ consultancy, or mid-tier firm.
• Working knowledge of Secure By Design Requirements

Our Locations:

We are open to talk to talent across the country but our core hubs for this role are:

• Birmingham
• Bristol
• Manchester

This position will largely be based within the Southwest of England and Manchester, with an expectation that the successful candidate will be able to work from client sites three or more days a week.

Diversity and Inclusion:

KPMG is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We believe that a diverse workforce is essential to our success and that everyone should have the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Application

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