Security Operations Specialist (Fintech)

TL;DR

Security Operations Specialist (Fintech): Monitoring and responding to security threats across infrastructure, cloud, and endpoint environments with an accent on incident detection, triage, and vulnerability management. Focus on maintaining security posture, collaborating with internal teams and MSSPs, and refining incident response playbooks within a regulated financial services environment.

Location: Must be based in the UK (Hybrid options available in Southampton or London, or Home Based)

Company

hirify.global is a leading wealth management business helping to enable brighter financial futures, overseeing over £126 billion in customer investments with a focus on financial advice and investment solutions.

What you will do

• Monitor and triage security alerts from SIEM platforms and security tools.
• Lead containment, eradication, and recovery efforts for security incidents.
• Collaborate with SOC partners to ensure effective incident response and case management.
• Support vulnerability management scanning and remediation efforts using Qualys and Azure tooling.
• Operate and maintain security tooling including CrowdStrike, Proofpoint, and Microsoft Defender.
• Create and tune data loss prevention (DLP) policies and monitor for potential data egress.

Requirements

• Solid experience in a Security Operations or SOC role with technical IT background.
• Proven track record leading major security incidents and engaging senior stakeholders.
• Experience with SIEM platforms (Google SecOps, Microsoft Sentinel) and security tools like EDR, DLP, and email hygiene.
• Excellent knowledge of cloud security principles and architecture (Azure, AWS).
• Strong understanding of MITRE ATT&CK, threat modelling, and incident detection frameworks.
• Must have the right to work in the UK, as the role is restricted to UK-based locations.

Nice to have

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.
• Relevant professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, GIAC, or CPIA.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary with eligibility for the hirify.global Incentive Scheme.
• 26 days of holiday entitlement.
• Non-contributory company pension scheme.
• Private Medical Insurance and Life Assurance (4x salary).
• Income Protection insurance after 26 weeks of absence.
• Range of flexible benefits available via salary deduction.