IT Systems Engineer(Cyber)

IT Systems Engineer (Cyber Security)

Permanent opportunity offering up to £35K Per Annum

North London - Hybrid working options available

A leading educational institution in North London is looking for an IT Systems Engineer(Cyber) to join their team and take responsibility for cyber security. As part of the IT Systems Team, you will ensure the configuration and operational readiness of systems, including provision, maintenance and development of the College services and network infrastructure. This is a hybrid role offering up to £35K per annum. This is a great opportunity for an IT professional passionate about cyber security to utilise their skills in a critical and growing field. Core technical aptitude along with strong problem solving and communication abilities are essential.

You will work closely with the IT Systems Manager to safeguard the college's networks and data. Key responsibilities include:

• Implementing security controls and measures to protect systems from cyber threats
• Monitoring networks and systems for security breaches and anomalies
• Conducting vulnerability scans and penetration testing to identify weaknesses
• Investigating security incidents and implementing fixes
• Ensuring compliance with cyber security policies, standards and regulations
• Educating staff on cyber risks and best practices for staying secure

The ideal candidate will have solid expertise in cyber security concepts and technology, including:

• Knowledge of common cyber attack methods and prevention
• Experience with security tools like SIEMs, firewalls, endpoint protection
• Skills in threat detection, analysis and response
• Understanding of encryption, access controls, vulnerability management
• Working knowledge of networking, servers, operating systems

A successful candidate should possess expertise in cyber security and a minimum of four additional proficiencies in the following areas: Cisco networking, server virtualisation (VMware), Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Office 365 administration, Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems, Microsoft Intune and Microsoft Software Center. Experience of ITIL service delivery, Apple Mac operating systems, Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams administration, G Suite administration would be desirable.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.