The Role

Would you like to join a small, friendly team in a FTSE 100 company that is building a people first culture and is based in one of the best cities to live in the UK? If so, read on.

The Information Security & Resilience Team at Unite Students are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic SecOps Engineer. We are supporting the business in all its objectives - from building new interfaces with customers to improving the student living experience, and everything in between and around. There`s a lot of work to be done to protect the company`s digital assets (and its people) but you`ll get plenty of support and guidance, and your knowledge and experience will be invaluable to help shape the direction of our InfoSec capability.

What You`ll Be Doing

• Network Security: Design, implement, and manage secure network architectures. Monitor network traffic for suspicious activity and respond to security incidents. Conduct regular network security assessments and audits to ensure compliance with security policies and standards.
• Vulnerability Analysis: Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and mitigate security risks. Develop and implement strategies to address vulnerabilities. Track and report on the status of vulnerabilities and remediation efforts.
• Forensic Analysis: Perform forensic analysis of security incidents to determine the root cause and impact. Collect and preserve evidence in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements. Provide detailed forensic reports and recommendations for improving security posture.
• Incident Response: Lead and coordinate incident response efforts, including detection, containment, eradication, and recovery. Support development and maintenance of incident response plans and procedures. Conduct post-incident reviews and lessons learned sessions to improve response capabilities.
• Security Tools: Utilize and maintain security tools and technologies, such as firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems. Ensure security tools are properly configured and updated. Evaluate and recommend new security tools and technologies to enhance security operations.
• Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation of security incidents, forensic analysis, and vulnerability assessments. Prepare reports for management and stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other IT and Digital teams to ensure comprehensive security coverage. Provide security guidance to projects and programs as required. Work closely with developers to support secure coding practices and help embed security considerations early in the development process.
• Professional Development: Maintain knowledge of the latest cyber threats and security technologies. Stay informed about industry best practices and emerging security trends. Continuously improve skills and knowledge through training and professional development.

What We`re Looking for in You

• In-depth IT Knowledge: Extensive experience with IT technologies, including cloud infrastructure; experience of AWS an advantage. Understanding of the Secure Software Development Lifecycle.
• Security Tools Proficiency: Expertise in using firewalls (especially Palo Altos), intrusion detection systems and endpoint security solutions.
• Network Security: Strong understanding of network protocols, VPNs, and network security architecture.
• Incident Response: Ability to detect, analyse, and respond to security incidents, including forensics and malware analysis.
• Vulnerability Management: Experience in identifying, assessing, and mitigating vulnerabilities in systems and applications.
• Automation: Skills in scripting and automation for security tasks (e.g. Python, PowerShell).
• Information Security Frameworks: Working knowledge of common frameworks and standards, such as ISO 27001/2/5, NIST800-53, and Cyber Essentials.
• Risk Management and Compliance: Thorough understanding of Information Security Risk Management and Compliance frameworks, including ability to assess information risks and select appropriate controls.
• Data Protection: Understanding of data protection concepts and regulations, such as PII and GDPR.
• Documentation Skills: Proven ability to draft clear, concise, and usable Information Security documentation based on consultation with relevant stakeholders and identified risks.
• Communication Skills: Effective communication skills, including the ability to explain technical subjects to non-technical audiences.
• Organizational Skills: Solid organizational skills, including multitasking, attention to detail, and time-management.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to collaborate in a team setting and facilitate conversations involving cross-functional groups.
• Work Experience: Extensive Expereince in cybersecurity roles, focusing on security operations, incident response, and threat management.
• Project Management: Experience in managing security projects and coordinating with cross-functional teams.
• Relevant Certifications: Certifications such as CCSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+, MS Azure or AWS certifications would be highly desirable.

What You`ll Get in Return

• A discretionary annual bonus so you can share in the company`s success
• 25 days` paid holiday and an annual holiday buying scheme, with 5 additional days awarded for long service
• A generous pension scheme - employer contributions between 5% and 11% depending on how much you save
• Various benefits to support your health and wellbeing including a Healthcare Cash Plan, an Employee Assistance Programme, a Wellbeing platform and a Gym benefit that you can share with your family and friends
• Enhanced Family Leave including 18 weeks full pay for birthing parents and 4 weeks for non-birthing parents
• Lots of other great benefits including an annual ShareSave scheme, Employee Life Assurance, a discounts portal and more!

About Unite Students

Founded in 1991, Unite Students is a FTSE 100 business and the UK`s leading provider of purpose-built student accommodation. You can find us in 25 leading university towns and cities, with 74,000 students calling US home! We are driven by our values, culture, and a commitment to develop diverse and inclusive teams, filled with positive energy and new ideas.

Instinctive inclusion. We know that to create and maintain a happy healthy organisation, we have to work hard to ensure inclusion isn`t just what we do but who we are.

People make Unite Students. Employees, students and neighbours all contribute to building environments where we can all thrive.

Room for Everyone

We`re proud to be an employer that embraces individuality, and we`re passionate about building inclusive teams. We focus on creating a collaborative culture where you can be you, where your voice is heard, and where you can truly belong. We take great pride in being rated Gold Investors in People and are constantly striving to provide the highest standard of learning and development opportunities and professional pathways for our people. Building a home for success, for both our employees and students, requires exceptional people with a passion for creating room for everyone, doing what`s right, keeping US safe, and raising the bar. Join us as we build better experiences for students that live with us.

We are US.