Security Engineer

3 weeks ago


Cambridge UK, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom HAYS Full time

Join Our Team as an EDR Security Specialist


Are you passionate about enhancing security technology operations? Join us to support our team in reviewing and improving our EDR capabilities.


Job Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated professional to support our Security Technology Operations team by engaging third parties, assessing EDR solutions, and crafting scoring frameworks for our current EDR solutions.


  • Location: Cambridge (twice per week on-site), no travel required
  • Daily Rate: £600 per day via umbrella
  • Contract Length: 3 months (visibility to extend to 6 months)


Key Responsibilities:

  • Review and advise on existing EDR security capabilities and processes.
  • Demonstrate strong technical knowledge of End-Point Detection and Anti-Virus technology across Windows, MacOS, and Linux.
  • Understand EDR, AV, DLP, Network security, email security, and VPN solutions.
  • Triage vendor RFP responses and questions during the project.
  • Build and score EDR solutions based on RFP responses.
  • Write specific use-cases for testing EDR solutions.
  • Facilitate vendor privacy/security assessments before any PoC.
  • Identify and raise risks, threats, and vulnerabilities regarding EDR.
  • Propose and drive security improvements for STO-maintained technology.
  • Support vendor management at a tactical level.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Create a scoring methodology based on PoC data.
  • Aid in building formal documentation such as knowledge articles and presentations.
  • Perform technical testing akin to penetration testing of EDR solutions.
  • Foster recommendations into strategic plans for technology expertise.


Key Requirements:

  • Proven success in a team-oriented environment with strong problem-solving skills.
  • Experience in deploying EDR to an organization.
  • Experience in a security role focused on technical controls, services, and procedures.
  • Good understanding of technical security control concepts, procedures, and systems (e.g., AV, EDR, Firewalls).
  • Familiarity with ITIL processes.


In Return:


Work with an engaging team on the latest EDR solutions to deliver value for our client. We offer accommodations to support you during the recruitment process and are committed to equal opportunities for all applicants. Our hybrid working approach provides flexibility to balance office and remote work.


Join us and be part of a diverse and innovative team



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