Cyber Security Engineer
Job description
This is a key time to be joining British Airways as we Build a Better BA. We take huge pride in our past – but we’re looking to the future as an airline that loves embracing the best of modern Britain. Our country’s creativity, diversity, style, wit and warmth are the same special qualities that make us who we are. If you’re made of the same qualities as us, you could soon be part of the next chapter of our story. Together as one team, we’re connecting Britain with the world and the world to Britain like no one else
Are you ready to play a pivotal role in safeguarding our airline and passengers from the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats? British Airways invites you to step into the role of a Cyber Security Engineer. In this position, you will be at the forefront of building and developing the technical security solutions that form the foundation of our defence against cyber attacks. Collaborating with colleagues from across the globe, as well as the BA Cyber Team and IAG Tech, you will design, create, and maintain cutting-edge capabilities that effectively counter both current and emerging threats.
Key duties will include:
- Innovative Solution Design: As a Cyber Security Engineer, you will design and construct security tools and capabilities to proactively mitigate threats originating from various sources. Your creations will form a critical line of defence for British Airways.
- Strategic Roadmap Development: You will produce comprehensive product visions, strategies, and roadmaps that align with the IAG Group's objectives while supporting the evolving use cases within the BA business.
- Threat-Centric Strategy: Aligning with a threat and risk-led strategy, you will enable British Airways to focus on critical areas while minimizing overheads, ensuring an optimal balance between security and operational efficiency.
- Proactive Landscape Assessment: Continuously evaluating our technical landscape, you will guarantee the ongoing effectiveness of our protection mechanisms, identifying and addressing vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.
About you:
- Highly analytical and methodical, you possess a keen eye for detail and a structured approach to problem-solving.
- An excellent communicator, you adeptly translate complex technical issues into understandable insights for stakeholders at all levels.
- Familiarity with Microsoft M365 + Defender capabilities, Splunk, Akamai, ForcePoint, SIEM, and SOAR products is desirable.
- Recognized cyber security certifications or qualifications are a plus.
- Experience with NIST (or similar) security framework(s) and a strong knowledge of AWS.
At British Airways, we don't just fly planes – we're charting new territories in cyber security. Join us in fortifying our digital stronghold, where your expertise as a Cyber Security Engineer will define the future of aviation security. Apply today and be the guardian of our digital skies.
Please note: You can only apply for this role if have you been resident in the UK for the last 3 years to support the new CTC vetting requirement.
Our Corporate and Support roles come with big potential to make your mark on our business. The airline industry changes so fast that we’re constantly evolving and finding new ways to impress customers and get ahead of our competitors. If you’re an innovator and brave and bold thinker, you will be in your element at British Airways.
Your impact on British Airways will be rewarded with a competitive rewards package plus the opportunity to develop and progress your career in many directions.
Not only will you have the chance to further your career development within BA, you’ll have access to our competitive reward and benefits package. This includes core company paid benefits such as a Defined Contribution pension scheme, generous Life Assurance cover and a whole host of options to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. You can also sign up for a range of voluntary benefits such as Private Medical cover, Dental and Critical Illness cover, Technology Scheme, Cycle to Work and Electric Car Scheme. And of course, you’ll be able to enjoy the benefit of staff travel as soon as you join us.
At British Airways we all have a part to play in creating an inclusive place to work. Diverse representation among our people is really important to us and we recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity and identity to work.
Inclusion and diversity is a key driver of innovation and we’re committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they can be themselves. We’re looking for people from all backgrounds and cultures to join us and be a part of our journey to become a Better BA as we continue to connect Britain with the world and the world with Britain.
N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities
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