Cyber Security Automation Engineer

For more than 30 years, our Charterhouse teams have been pushing tech boundaries and exceeding expectations. For the clients we look after, this means delivering integrated technology solutions that drive their business success. Our reputation as a multi-award-winning solutions integrator of cloud, connectivity, networking, mobile and security solutions speak for itself. Just as our solutions give our customers the freedom and assurance they need, we’ve made sure growth is a given – professionally and personally – so our colleagues can thrive.

Pentesec, part of the Charterhouse Group, is our multi-award-winning cyber security MSSP. Providing SOC services, cyber security consultancy and training to organisations of all sizes, they deliver a range of Managed Security Services including Managed Detection and Response, Managed Firewall, Managed Intrusion Prevention and more to our customers.

As a Cyber Security Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining automated security solutions to protect critical systems. Your expertise in Logic Apps development will play a crucial role in enhancing security measures and ensuring the integrity of applications.

Our focus encompasses connection and collaboration, which is why we encourage a hybrid approach to work, with the choice to be based from our Peterborough office and at home.

Requirements

Security Automation Development:

• Design, develop, and maintain security automation scripts and tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security controls into existing workflows.
• Leverage Logic Apps to automate security processes, incident response, and threat detection.

Threat Detection and Incident Response:

• Monitor security events and alerts using automated tools.
• Investigate and respond to security incidents promptly.
• Develop playbooks for automated incident handling.

Vulnerability Management:

• Automate vulnerability scanning and assessment.
• Implement remediation workflows for identified vulnerabilities.
• Ensure timely patching and updates.

Security Compliance and Auditing:

• Develop and maintain scripts for security compliance checks.
• Automate audit log collection and analysis.
• Assist in security assessments and audits.

Integration with DevOps Pipelines:

• Collaborate with DevOps teams to embed security practices into CI/CD pipelines.
• Automate security testing during the software development lifecycle.
• Ensure secure deployment of Logic Apps.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain clear and concise documentation for security automation processes.
• Generate regular reports on security automation effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Proven of experience in security automation, preferably in a cloud-native environment.
• Proficiency in Logic Apps development and scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python).
• Familiarity with security frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS) and compliance standards.

Certifications (Optional)

• Relevant certifications, such as:
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate

Benefits

We’re bold and brave when it comes to transforming business operations. Together, we achieve more for our customers, each other and ourselves. From the momentum we’re building to the steps we’re anticipating, this is your chance to be part of it all.

Join us, and your benefits and perks will include private healthcare, Medicash cashback, life assurance, workplace pension, cycle to work scheme, access to our employee assistance programme, savings discount, 20% EE discount that extends to your family and friends, a birthday gift voucher and day off, plus more.

Charterhouse is where careers happen. We offer a supportive, innovative, stimulating and fast-paced environment where development, reward and recognition are available to everyone, and anything is possible. As you transform our client’s approach to technology, we’ll help you transform your career through progression, reward, development and recognition.