Full Description

Security Automation Engineer (Controls)

Banking

Hybrid: 3 days per week onsite in London

6 months

£750 - £800 per day

In short: We’re seeking a Security Automation Engineer to join a large investment banking client in managing the controls for a team who build and support a SOC. You’ll be required to review and implement controls for new builds of automated integrations in a DevSecOps environment.

In full

Overview

The Security Architecture Engineering team is responsible for the technical support and management of specific Information Security elements of the Bank’s IT platform, supporting colleagues in ITSD to ensure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of the Bank’s systems and information.

This role facilitates the review of existing manual change process and security control configuration management and delivering on efficiency gains through implementation of custom automation solutions. By delivering automations, the team can respond to rapidly changing or emerging requirements at scale.

Responsibilities

Integrate security solutions into new and existing pipelines across the business. Manage security policy through automation and Infrastructure/Policy as code. Create custom automations to enhance existing manual process. Develop written processes, clear documentation and identify areas for administrative improvements for collaborative development.

Knowledge & Skills

Proficiency in scripting technologies (Python, Bash, PowerShell) to automate repetitive tasks. Build internal tools or dashboards for visibility into security posture. Automate data collection and reporting for audits and compliance. Experience of working with Infrastructure as Code. Knowledge of how Policy as Code can be leveraged to drive automation and efficiencies. Knowledge of DevSecOps, in terms of people process and culture. Experience of building pipelines for delivery of technology.

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