Cloud Security Engineer – Manchester – National Security West
Are you passionate about safeguarding critical systems and data in the cloud? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Cloud Security Engineer based in Manchester to play a vital role in strengthening the cyber defences of key national security initiatives. You will be joining a team focused on designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security solutions across cloud platforms, supporting some of the most sensitive and high-impact projects in the region.
In this role, you will be responsible for evaluating cloud architectures and identifying potential vulnerabilities, developing and deploying security controls, and conducting risk assessments. You will work closely with development, operations, and compliance teams to ensure all cloud-based environments adhere to the highest security standards and regulatory requirements. Your expertise will be critical in incident response, threat analysis, and the continuous improvement of security monitoring capabilities. You will also be expected to contribute to the development and enforcement of security policies, provide technical guidance on cloud security best practices, and keep up to date with the ever-evolving threat landscape.
The ideal candidate will have substantial hands-on experience with major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), along with proficiency in cloud security frameworks, automation tools, and scripting languages. Strong understanding of identity and access management, network security, and encryption techniques is essential. Experience with security incident management, vulnerability assessments, and implementing security controls in cloud environments is highly desirable. Candidates should possess excellent problem-solving skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to communicate complex issues clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Due to the nature of the projects, candidates must be eligible for security clearance.
Cloud Security Engineer – Manchester – National Security West
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