Permanent

Location: Manchester (Hybrid – minimum 2 days per week onsite)

Salary: up to £50,000

About the Client

Our client is renowned for its commitment to innovation, scalability, and cutting-edge technology. Operating at the forefront of digital solutions, they leverage bespoke and third-party systems to drive efficiency and enhance business operations. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that prioritises technological evolution and continuous improvement.

How you’ll spend your day

In this role, you’ll join a fast-paced Security Engineering team, working at scale across a highly regulated environment. You’ll focus on integrating, automating, and enhancing security tooling while acting as a trusted consultant to internal technical and business teams. This is a hands-on position where you’ll use your coding skills, security expertise, and problem-solving ability to deliver secure, efficient and pragmatic solutions.

Your day-to-day will include:
• Building automation and tool integrations using Python, PowerShell and APIs
• Supporting and enhancing security tools including Splunk, Elastic, vulnerability scanners and cloud-based platforms
• Consulting with internal teams to understand business challenges and define effective security solutions
• Analysing security requirements to ensure solutions are cost-efficient, scalable and compliant
• Working across Linux environments (primarily Ubuntu) while collaborating with Windows teams where needed
• Supporting vulnerability management, SIEM engineering and wider security initiatives
• Reading documentation, troubleshooting independently and quickly becoming productive in complex systems
• Working closely with a team of juniors, mid-level and senior engineers in a collaborative, high-expectation environment

What you’ll bring to this role

You’ll be an experienced Security Engineer with strong programming capability, a solid grounding in security fundamentals, and the confidence to advise internal stakeholders. This is a mid-level role suited to someone who can hit the ground running, learn quickly, and operate calmly under pressure.

• Strong Python skills and experience with Shell scripting
  • Hands-on experience working with APIs – querying, pushing and pulling data
  • A solid foundation in information security principles, network security and common security tooling
  • Understanding of regulated environments and security implications (PCI DSS required)
  • Experience working within Linux-based environments (Ubuntu essential)
  • Ability to troubleshoot independently, read documentation and identify efficient solutions
  • Strong consulting skills – calm, pragmatic communication, and ability to challenge when required
  • Exposure to SIEM (Splunk/Elastic), vulnerability tools, or cloud security platforms
  • A problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn new tools and languages quickly
  • Experience in fast-paced environments where accuracy, ownership and clear communication are key

Perks & Benefits:

• Performance-Based Bonus
  • Annual bonus paid in two instalments (April & September), based on company and personal performance.
• Pension Scheme
  • Employer-matched contributions of up to 7.5%.
• Hybrid Working
  • Minimum 2 days per week in the office, with flexibility on which days.
• Flexible Working Hours
  • 40-hour workweek with flexibility in how hours are structured.
• Generous Annual Leave
  • 25 days holiday + your birthday off, plus bank holidays. Option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days.
• Free Gym Membership
  • Available to all employees.
• No Visa Sponsorship Available for this role.

What happens next?

One of our Recruitment Consultants will be in touch and inform you if you’ve been successful to the next stage of the process or not, which is a qualification call where we will tell you more about the role and the client, and understand more about you, your experience and career aspirations.

Should we both wish to proceed, we will submit your details to the client and be in touch regarding the outcome and any further steps.

The interview process for this client consists of:

• Stage 1 – 60-90 minutes technical and competency interview via MS Teams
• Stage 2 – 60-minute interview with hiring manager and head of department focussed on exploring soft skills.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates and welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. As an employment agency for permanent and contract hires, we are dedicated to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from underrepresented groups to drive innovation and equality within the workplace.

Should you require any reasonable adjustments please let us know so we can accommodate for any interactions with us at Biometric Talent, but also inform the client to ensure reasonable adjustments are made to allow for a fair and equitable process.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter to brad.jones@biometrictalent.com