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Cyber Security Jobs in London, UK | 5–12 Years Experience

July 30, 2026 - By 

Job Title

Senior Cyber Security Engineer / Cyber Security Consultant / Information Security Specialist

Location

London, United Kingdom

Experience

5 to 12 Years

Employment Type

  • Full-Time
  • Permanent

Salary Range

£70,000 – £130,000 per annum (Depending on experience, certifications, and employer)

Cyber Security Jobs in London for Experienced Professionals

Are you an experienced Cyber Security professional looking for exciting career opportunities in London, UK? We are hiring talented Cyber Security Engineers, Information Security Consultants, Security Architects, SOC Analysts, Incident Response Specialists, Cloud Security Engineers, and Cyber Defence Experts with 5 to 12 years of experience.

London continues to be one of the world’s leading technology and financial hubs, creating significant demand for highly skilled cyber security professionals across banking, fintech, healthcare, retail, insurance, consulting, telecommunications, government, and global technology organizations.

If you have expertise in protecting enterprise infrastructure, cloud platforms, applications, and digital assets from modern cyber threats, this opportunity offers excellent career growth, competitive compensation, and exposure to cutting-edge security technologies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and implement enterprise cyber security solutions.
  • Monitor security incidents using SIEM platforms.
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
  • Perform incident detection, investigation, and response.
  • Develop security policies, standards, and best practices.
  • Protect cloud infrastructure across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.
  • Secure enterprise applications and APIs.
  • Perform risk assessments and security audits.
  • Implement Identity and Access Management (IAM).
  • Manage endpoint security solutions.
  • Configure Web Application Firewalls (WAF).
  • Deploy Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions.
  • Conduct malware analysis and forensic investigations.
  • Support compliance with GDPR, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, SOC2, HIPAA, and NIST.
  • Implement Zero Trust Security Architecture.
  • Collaborate with DevOps teams for DevSecOps implementation.
  • Automate security operations using Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
  • Secure containerized environments including Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Monitor threat intelligence feeds.
  • Improve organizational cyber resilience.
  • Conduct security awareness training.

Required Skills

  • Cyber Security
  • Information Security
  • Network Security
  • Application Security
  • Cloud Security
  • Security Architecture
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Penetration Testing
  • Ethical Hacking
  • Incident Response
  • Threat Hunting
  • Digital Forensics
  • Malware Analysis
  • SOC Operations
  • SIEM
  • Splunk
  • Microsoft Sentinel
  • QRadar
  • CrowdStrike
  • Defender for Endpoint
  • Carbon Black
  • Palo Alto
  • Fortinet
  • Check Point
  • Cisco Security
  • Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)
  • XDR
  • IAM
  • MFA
  • Active Directory
  • Azure AD
  • Okta
  • CyberArk
  • SailPoint
  • AWS Security
  • Azure Security
  • Google Cloud Security
  • Kubernetes Security
  • Docker Security
  • DevSecOps
  • Terraform
  • Ansible
  • Jenkins
  • GitHub Actions
  • Linux Security
  • Windows Security
  • Firewall Management
  • VPN
  • IDS
  • IPS
  • DLP
  • CASB
  • PKI
  • SSL/TLS
  • Encryption
  • Python
  • Bash
  • PowerShell
  • REST API Security
  • OWASP Top 10
  • MITRE ATT&CK
  • NIST Cybersecurity Framework
  • ISO 27001
  • CIS Controls

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security, or related discipline.
  • 5–12 years of hands-on Cyber Security experience.
  • Strong understanding of enterprise security architecture.
  • Experience with cloud security platforms.
  • Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Certifications

  • CISSP
  • CISM
  • CEH
  • OSCP
  • CCSP
  • CompTIA Security+
  • CompTIA CySA+
  • GIAC Certifications
  • GSEC
  • GCIH
  • AWS Security Specialty
  • Microsoft SC-100
  • Microsoft AZ-500
  • Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer
  • ISO 27001 Lead Implementer
  • CRISC

Technical Environment

Candidates with experience in the following technologies will be preferred:

  • Microsoft Azure
  • Amazon Web Services (AWS)
  • Google Cloud Platform
  • Microsoft Defender
  • Microsoft Sentinel
  • Splunk Enterprise Security
  • IBM QRadar
  • CrowdStrike Falcon
  • Palo Alto Cortex
  • Cisco Secure
  • Fortinet
  • VMware
  • Linux
  • Windows Server
  • Kubernetes
  • Docker
  • Terraform
  • Jenkins
  • GitHub
  • Azure DevOps

Why Join?

  • Excellent salary package
  • Hybrid and remote opportunities
  • Sponsorship opportunities (subject to employer eligibility)
  • Exposure to global enterprise security programs
  • Latest cyber defence technologies
  • International projects
  • Career advancement
  • Professional certification support
  • Learning and development programs
  • Performance bonuses
  • Private healthcare
  • Pension scheme
  • Paid holidays
  • Flexible working arrangements

Career Progression

Successful professionals can advance to:

  • Senior Cyber Security Engineer
  • Cyber Security Consultant
  • Cloud Security Architect
  • Security Solutions Architect
  • Security Operations Manager
  • SOC Manager
  • Information Security Manager
  • Cyber Risk Manager
  • Principal Security Engineer
  • Head of Cyber Security
  • Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Benefits

  • Competitive annual salary
  • Annual performance bonus
  • Flexible working hours
  • Hybrid work model
  • Paid certification programs
  • Health insurance
  • Pension benefits
  • Employee wellness programs
  • Learning budget
  • Global career opportunities

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Cyber Security professional with 5 to 12 years of experience, this is an excellent opportunity to work with leading organizations in London, United Kingdom. Apply today and accelerate your career in one of the world’s fastest-growing and highest-paying technology domains.

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