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Salary: £40,000 - 50,000 per year
Requirements: Practical experience configuring and improving Microsoft security controlsSound understanding of security operations and vulnerability remediationHands-on Microsoft 365 security experienceExperience with Microsoft Defender, including endpoint protection, alert investigation, or improving device securityExperience with Intune and Entra ID, ideally implementing device and identity security controlsAbility to investigate technical issues, identify root causes, and deliver practical improvementsExperience assessing vulnerabilities, prioritising remediation, and tracking issues through to resolutionConfidence supporting colleagues with more complex security issuesClear communication skills and ability to balance project work with operational prioritiesMicrosoft security qualifications, CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or SSCP are welcome; equivalent practical experience is equally valued Responsibilities: Configure, maintain, and improve security tools, including Microsoft Defender, Intune, Entra ID, and Microsoft 365 security capabilitiesDeliver technical security projects, ensuring changes are tested, documented, and handed over into day-to-day supportIdentify vulnerabilities and configuration weaknesses, and work with IT colleagues to prioritise and implement fixesInvestigate security alerts and support incident containment, remediation, and evidence gatheringStrengthen security across devices, user identities, applications, and infrastructureImprove monitoring and automate repeatable tasks where possibleProduce clear technical documentation and provide advice to colleagues and project teamsSupport work relating to Cyber Essentials, Cyber Essentials Plus, and CIS Controls Technologies: SupportMicrosoft 365SecurityOffice 365 More:
Were recruiting for a Cyber Security Engineer to join an established organisation and help deliver improvements across its IT environment. This is a hands-on role with a strong Microsoft security focus, with scope to contribute ideas and help shape how we protect systems, devices, and users. Youll work alongside the Cyber Security Operations Manager and wider IT teams. The role is based in Manchester City Centre, with hybrid working, and offers a salary of up to £50,000.
last updated 42 week of 2026