Senior Cyber Security Specialist

4 weeks ago


Edinburgh, United Kingdom Wood Mackenzie Full time

In the middle of the energy transition, businesses and governments are faced with significant challenges. But the pace and scale of change mean every decision is made under mounting pressure. Now, more than ever, companies need reliable data, analytics and actionable insight.

Wood Mackenzie is the leading global provider of data and analytics solutions for the renewables, energy and natural resources sectors.

Wood Mackenzie's services include data, analytics, insight, events and consultancy. A trusted partner for over 50 years, Wood Mackenzie's team has over 2,300 experts across more than 30 global locations who cover the entire supply chain.

Wood Mackenzie Values
  • Inclusive - we succeed together
  • Trusting - we choose to trust each other
  • Customer committed - we put customers at the heart of our decisions
  • Future Focused - we accelerate change
  • Curious - we turn knowledge into action
Seeking an experienced Senior Cyber Security Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of designing, implementing, and managing complex security solutions. The candidate will work closely with other members of the security team and senior management to develop and implement strategies that protect the company's information assets.

Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, and manage complex security solutions to protect the company's systems, networks, and applications.
  • Lead incident response efforts, investigating and responding to security incidents and vulnerabilities, and providing recommendations for remediation.
  • Conduct in-depth security assessments, including vulnerability assessments and penetration testing, to identify potential security weaknesses and develop strategies for mitigating them.
  • Develop and implement security policies, standards, and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Work with other teams to implement security best practices in software development, network design, and system configuration.
  • Manage the configuration and maintenance of security systems and tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and antivirus software.
  • Stay current with the latest security trends, threats, and technologies, and provide recommendations to improve the company's security posture.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior members of the security team.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or related field.
  • 5-7 years of experience in cyber security or related field.
  • Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing complex security solutions.
  • Expert knowledge of security principles, techniques, and technologies.
  • Advanced understanding of network protocols and architecture.
  • In-depth knowledge of security tools and technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and antivirus software.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA) are a plus.
Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer. This means we are committed to recruiting the best people regardless of their race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. You can find out more about your rights under the law at

If you are applying for a role and have a physical or mental disability, we will support you with your application or through the hiring process.

Find out more at HRenquiries@woodmac.com #J-18808-Ljbffr

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