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Senior Security Engineer

capco

9/19/2026 Full-time
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&lt;h1&gt;Senior Security Engineer&lt;/h1&gt; &lt;p&gt;Location: London (Hybrid) | &lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Practice Area&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;: Technology &amp;amp; Engineering | Type: Permanent&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Lead advanced security engineering initiatives that safeguard the future of digital finance&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Role&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;As a Senior Security Engineer at Capco, you’ll lead the design and implementation of secure systems and processes across cloud and on-premise platforms. You’ll collaborate closely with engineering and client teams to embed security-by-design principles throughout the SDLC, integrate automated security tooling, and ensure resilience against evolving cyber threats. You’ll also use approved AI tools and AI-enabled workflows where appropriate to improve the speed, quality and effectiveness of security engineering, while maintaining human judgement, responsible AI guardrails and appropriate review and escalation.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What You’ll Do&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p&gt;Design and implement enterprise-wide security controls and frameworks, using approved AI and automation where appropriate to improve security outcomes&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p&gt;Embed security controls into CI/CD pipelines (SAST, SCA, DAST, container scanning) and enable secure SDLC practices&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p&gt;Collaborate across teams to champion secure development practices and responsible use of AI-enabled security workflows&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p&gt;Lead vulnerability assessments, code reviews and security audits across infrastructure and applications, maintaining appropriate human review, audit trails and escalation pathways&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p&gt;Develop and evolve security standards, engineering patterns and data protection strategies&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What We’re Looking For&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p&gt;Strong hands-on experience with Palo Alto, Microsoft or similar security ecosystems&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p&gt;Deep understanding of cloud security for AWS, Azure or GCP platforms&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p&gt;Proven expertise in secure coding, endpoint protection, SIEM and IAM&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p&gt;Familiarity with frameworks and standards such as ISO 27001, NIST and OWASP, alongside an understanding of responsible AI, security guardrails and human-in-the-loop controls&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p&gt;Proficiency in Python, Bash, PowerShell or Go for security automation and tool development, with experience implementing Zero Trust Architecture solutions&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Bonus Points For&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p&gt;Certifications such as CISSP, CSSLP or cloud-specific credentials&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p&gt;Experience building or integrating AI-enabled security tooling, automation and responsible AI guardrails&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p&gt;Experience mentoring engineering teams and driving security awareness&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p&gt;Advanced knowledge of DevSecOps tools and practices&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p&gt;Exposure to financial services security and regulatory requirements, with a passion for staying current with cyber trends and emerging threat landscapes&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why Join Capco&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p&gt;Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p&gt;Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p&gt;Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p&gt;Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p&gt;Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS &amp;amp; Energy.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Benefits&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p data-start=&quot;3791&quot; data-end=&quot;3891&quot;&gt;We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul data-start=&quot;3893&quot; data-end=&quot;4960&quot;&gt; &lt;li data-section-id=&quot;1sfk404&quot; data-start=&quot;3893&quot; data-end=&quot;4016&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;3895&quot; data-end=&quot;3913&quot;&gt;Core Benefits:&lt;/strong&gt; Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li data-section-id=&quot;1yaj5pw&quot; data-start=&quot;4017&quot; data-end=&quot;4119&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;4019&quot; data-end=&quot;4037&quot;&gt;Mental Health:&lt;/strong&gt; Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and in-house first aiders.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li data-section-id=&quot;1pqxiiz&quot; data-start=&quot;4120&quot; data-end=&quot;4281&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;4122&quot; data-end=&quot;4142&quot;&gt;Family-Friendly:&lt;/strong&gt; Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li data-section-id=&quot;1nwru6l&quot; data-start=&quot;4282&quot; data-end=&quot;4380&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;4284&quot; data-end=&quot;4300&quot;&gt;Family Care:&lt;/strong&gt; Eight complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li data-section-id=&quot;jxn220&quot; data-start=&quot;4381&quot; data-end=&quot;4499&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;4383&quot; data-end=&quot;4407&quot;&gt;Holiday Flexibility:&lt;/strong&gt; Five weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li data-section-id=&quot;j8a7rs&quot; data-start=&quot;4500&quot; data-end=&quot;4741&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;4502&quot; data-end=&quot;4526&quot;&gt;Continuous Learning:&lt;/strong&gt; Your growth, your way—minimum &lt;strong data-start=&quot;4557&quot; data-end=&quot;4590&quot;&gt;40 hours of training annually&lt;/strong&gt; through workshops, certifications, and e-learning. You&#39;ll also be assigned a &lt;strong data-start=&quot;4668&quot; data-end=&quot;4699&quot;&gt;Business Coach from Day One&lt;/strong&gt; to support your professional development.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li data-section-id=&quot;1ymgary&quot; data-start=&quot;4742&quot; data-end=&quot;4797&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;4744&quot; data-end=&quot;4766&quot;&gt;Healthcare Access:&lt;/strong&gt; Convenient online GP services.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li data-section-id=&quot;1ehztlg&quot; data-start=&quot;4798&quot; data-end=&quot;4960&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;4800&quot; data-end=&quot;4816&quot;&gt;Extra Perks:&lt;/strong&gt; Wellhub (Gympass), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work, and dental insurance.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Inclusion at Capco&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p data-start=&quot;4989&quot; data-end=&quot;5482&quot;&gt;We&#39;re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know—we&#39;ll be happy to help. We value each person&#39;s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our &lt;strong data-start=&quot;5299&quot; data-end=&quot;5320&quot;&gt;#BeYourselfAtWork&lt;/strong&gt; culture encourages individuality and collaboration—a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p data-start=&quot;4989&quot; data-end=&quot;5482&quot;&gt;#LI-DNI&lt;/p&gt;<p>Find <a href="https://www.arbeitnow.co.uk">Jobs in United Kingdom</a> on Arbeitnow</a>

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