Job Description

About Us

Diamond Light Source is one of the world's most advanced scientific facilities. We're home to the UK's synchrotron light source - a giant microscope producing beams of light 10 billion times brighter than the sun. Probing the structure and composition of matter, our work drives innovation in everything from vaccines to nanotech.

About the Role

We now have an opportunity for a Cyber Security Engineer to implement and maintain systems and procedures to protect Diamond's assets from security threats.

Accountabilities

Operate and configure infrastructure or tools to appropriately manage security risks. Work with helpdesk and user groups to manage services including software patching and access management. Monitor IT, network, security information and event management (SIEM) systems for anomalies, and investigate incidents when they occur. Contribute to incident response and disaster recovery plans, participate in periodic tests to ensure effectiveness. Respond to vulnerabilities disclosed by threat intelligence sources including the National Cyber Security Centre, Jisc and vendors. Support IT helpdesk and be the focal point in responding to security-related tickets from staff and users. Collaborate with relevant working groups to develop mitigation plans for identified security risks.

About You

You will have recent significant experience working in a professional computing or technical operations role with a focus on security. You will also have the following:


Good expertise with technical security issues and processes, including anti-virus, endpoint detection and response, intrusion prevention, server hardening Hands-on experience as an administrator with Microsoft Defender and its associated products (Entra, Azure, Active Directory) Knowledge of Linux-based security tools including SELinux, iptables, Fail2ban, AppArmor Experience with cyber security incident response and forensics needed following a breach Experience with software patching tools and vulnerability remediation Proactive approach, team player, good interpersonal communicator at all levels

Benefits

Diamond offers an exceptional benefits package to support staff in achieving a positive work/life balance. This includes 26 days annual leave plus Christmas closure, public holidays, 2 annual volunteering days and flexible working hours. We also offer an excellent defined benefit pension scheme. Staff also have access to a range of amenities on site including a nursery, cafes, a restaurant and sports and leisure facilities. A relocation allowance may also be available where applicable.

To Apply

Please use the online application process to apply and tell us why you believe you are suitable for this role.

The initial closing date for applications is 27th July 2025, however applications will be reviewed and interviewed on an ongoing basis until this vacancy is filled.

Other information
Further company benefits Life at Diamond Nuvos Pension Scheme




Diamond is open to different ways of working and we are committed to supporting our employees to have more flexibility and autonomy over where, when and how long they work.



Where relevant, and possible for the role, we will consider flexible working arrangements, secondment and job share opportunities.



Diamond attracts talented individuals from around the world and currently employ 56 different nationalities. Reflecting trends in our sector we employ more men than women. Therefore, we particularly welcome applications from suitably qualified women.



If you are disabled and would like to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, please let us know via the online application process.



Diamond are members of Working Families (the UK's work-life balance organisation) and we have also achieved the Disability Confident Level Two award.

This position doesn't meet the requirements for UK visa sponsorship, except potentially for those people meeting the criteria of a new entrant or where a PhD is held and is an essential criteria of the vacancy.

For more information please visit -

Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)