Security Operations and Engineering Manager

Help us to make a world of difference

Urenco is a global leader in the production of low carbon energy. We work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world.

We are seeking a Threat Defence & Cyber Security Operations – Security Operations and Engineering Manager to join our team based at our Paddington site. Reporting to the Head of Threat Defence and Cyber Security Operations, this role is offered on a full-time or hybrid basis, with a minimum of two days per week spent on site. Office days and times will be agreed with the line manager.

This role works closely with local Information Security Managers when operating on site, ensuring alignment with site-specific health and safety requirements.

Successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain Security Clearance (SC).

At Urenco we’re committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. If you feel you meet some, but not all of what we're looking for, please still apply. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training and development experiences. Along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry.

 What you’ll do:  

Lead and manage Cyber Security Operations and Engineering services, including security engineering, tooling optimisation, SOC operations (non‑incident), vulnerability management, security testing, reporting and continuous improvement.

• Own the development, tuning, and ongoing maturity of security tooling, rules, alerting, and reporting to improve detection and response capabilities.
• Drive process improvement across Cyber Security Operations and Engineering, reviewing policies and identifying operational, technical, and organisational risks.
• Support secure project delivery by embedding operational security requirements and engineering support.
• Manage and develop strategic relationships with Threat Defence vendors and managed security service providers.
• Contribute to and help shape the Threat Defence and Cyber Security Operations strategy, delivering services through a blended in‑house and outsourced model.
• Collaborate closely with threat intelligence, incident response, vulnerability management and security testing teams to ensure alignment and effective threat coverage.
• Engage with local Site Information Security Managers and key stakeholders to ensure consistent, site‑aligned security operations.

What do you need to thrive in this role?

• Strong knowledge of incident management and cyber incident response.
• Experience delivering cyber security operations and security engineering services, including SOC, CERT/CIRT/CSIRT, threat intelligence and vulnerability management.
• Proven experience in service management and operating within outsourced or hybrid security service models.
• Hands-on experience managing vulnerability management, security testing and threat management activities.
• Demonstrated people management experience, leading and developing high-performing teams.
• Experience developing, tuning, and continuously improving security tooling, content and detection capabilities.
• Understanding of the geopolitical threat landscape and its impact on organisational cyber risk.
• Experience contributing to and delivering cyber defence and threat defence strategies.
• Proven ability to build operational deliverables, reporting and metrics for cyber security operations.
• Foreign language skills are advantageous but not essential.

What can you expect from us?

More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper.  As an employee of Urenco you will receive:

• Annual leave of 27 days per annum.
• A generous bonus scheme based on achievement of personal and company objectives.
• A diverse range of family friendly policies.
• A defined contribution pension scheme: contributions start at 4% (employee) and 10% (employer).
• Hybrid Working Pattern: up to two days working remotely on average per week. Flexible start and finish times, with a 1.30pm finish on Fridays.
• Flexible benefits package, including life assurance and income protection. In addition, you’ll have an opportunity to purchase additional benefits that suit your lifestyle.
• Paid time off for volunteering.
• The opportunity to join our private medical and dental insurance schemes.
• Education and training; we take pride in helping people learn and develop by supporting, accelerating and directing your learning. As well as the completion of mandatory health and safety courses, training packages will be offered to meet your specific needs.

Security vetting

Due to the nature of the industry that Urenco operates in, all personnel regardless of employment status working for Urenco are required to obtain security clearance at the level required for their role. Security clearances are assessed in accordance with regulations and official guidance issued by the relevant competent authorities for national security vetting. In certain circumstances, additional enhanced security clearance considerations apply to roles within Urenco owing to the particular activities that the Urenco Group undertakes in relation to uranium enrichment. Successful candidates will need to satisfy security requirements, and all offers of appointment are made subject to the successful approval of all checks initiated.

Creating a diverse and inclusive workforce

As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please let our talent acquisition team know.

Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.