Junior Product Security Engineer (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Junior Product Security Engineer (Cybersecurity): Supporting the security of in-house developed products by collaborating with development teams to integrate security from the start. Focus on running automated security checks, identifying vulnerabilities, and supporting internal and external security testing activities.

Location: Hybrid in Sunderland, UK (3 days office, 2 days home)

Company

hirify.global is a product company that builds all of its technology in-house to ensure security and quality from day one.

What you will do

• Support internal and external security testing activities, reviewing findings and tracking actions.
• Run automated security checks to identify and track vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with development teams to implement security best practices.
• Identify security issues early in the development process and pipelines.

Requirements

• Genuine interest in security and a willingness to learn.
• Some exposure to security through work, study, or personal projects.
• Basic understanding of common vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top Ten).
• Awareness of cloud or modern development environments.
• Ability to work from the Sunderland office 3 days a week.

Nice to have

• Degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications or training.
• Exposure to security tools or testing approaches.

Culture & Benefits

• Supportive and collaborative environment focused on doing things the right way.
• Culture of inclusivity and diversity ("Free to be me" value).
• Opportunity to work on in-house products and make a real impact early in your career.
• Hybrid work model providing a balance between office and home.