Security EngineerAccurx

Life as a Security Engineer at Accurx

In the role of Security Engineer at Accurx, you’ll be dedicated to ensuring the security and privacy of our systems and data while contributing to the advancement of healthcare technology. Operating within our dynamic information security/risk function, you'll spearhead initiatives to actualise Accurx's vision for information security and privacy. Your primary responsibilities encompass the creation, implementation, and upkeep of foundational information security processes, enhancing both their efficacy and Accurx's overall security posture.

As Security Engineer at Accurx, you’ll be responsible for:

• Ensuring the security of software products such as Accurx Desktop, Accurx Web, and Florey.
• Securing cloud-based platforms like Azure and AWS used to host Accurx products and operational processes.
• Maintaining the operational infrastructure supporting Accurx's day-to-day activities, including local networks, identity/SSO solutions, device management, and workstations.
• Supporting Accurx's vulnerability management program to identify, assess, and mitigate risks across information assets. This involves testing controls, coordinating with third-party suppliers, and implementing security testing tools.
• Researching and implementing methods to detect cyber attack patterns, improving logging and monitoring procedures, contributing to incident playbooks, and leading incident response activities.
• Collaborating with product teams, DevOps, and IT engineers to integrate security into product development and infrastructure design, defining security priorities, and promoting security awareness.
• Sharing security knowledge and best practices with colleagues, raising awareness of security concepts, providing training, and supporting others with security-related challenges.

What the team say...

“Making sure patient and clinician data is secure while our team works to make significant improvements to the NHS is incredibly fulfilling. Building out vulnerability management tooling has been an exciting project to work on as it meant working directly with DevOps and Product Engineers”. - Paul Bandha, Security Engineer

We'd really like to hear from you, if ...

• You can comprehensively understand and implement secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC) practices, including vulnerability mitigation.
• You are familiar with cloud technology and industry best practices for securing cloud environments.
• You are proficient in core networking concepts and identifying/mitigating network vulnerabilities.
• You have demonstrated experience managing relationships with stakeholders across various technical and non-technical teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration on security-related matters.
• You are proficient in at least one scripting technology for process automation and tool enhancement .
• You understand DevOps concepts and can integrate security processes into development pipelines.
• You can effectively log, monitor, and respond to security incidents.
• You're mission-driven: you care about positively impacting the lives of millions
• You’re always collaborating: you place team success over personal success and you enjoy working in an open, collaborative environment.
• You demonstrate responsible ownership: when you see something not working, you'll flag it and be part of the solution
• You seek continuous improvement: you’re always developing new skills and insights, while exploring ways to do things better
• You’re mindful of balance: you're conscious of your own health and that of others. You think carefully about how best to focus your efforts, knowing when to push yourself to reach a goal.

Salary & Benefits package:

💰 £70,000 - £85,000 salary + the value of £31,500 share options

🤝 Access to Happl - a flexible benefits provider with a given budget of £600 to spend on perks of your choice. Options include private health insurance, wellness providers and more.

📚 Allocated annual learning & development budget 

🐣 Enhanced parental leave policy

🙏 Prayer, meditation and breastfeeding room

🗣 In house therapists available daily

🌴 Working abroad policy

👩‍🍳We have our very own Chef! Free healthy breakfasts, snacks and lunches will be provided, with the occasional sweet treat!

...And much more.