Security Engineer - Atom Bank : Job Details

We’re Atom…

The bank that's leading the fintech charge!

Tech is at the heart of everything we do here at Atom. We’ve rebuilt the bank, from our app to our banking platform, to make sure it’s native and cloud-based. Thanks to this approach, we can develop new products and ship updates to customers rapidly.

We have very little legacy, but that doesn’t stop us looking for ways to improve. Speed and efficiency are always a priority, but we never compromise on security, usability, or reliability getting there.

Could you be the next innovator to join us?

What will your typical day look like? Different that’s for sure…

Technology is at the heart of the business, and we have a world-leading Technology stack that enables us to offer the most efficient, user-friendly app-based bank. The Technology team has end to end responsibility for all aspects of our Technology, from architecting the future, engineering solutions, and design, implementation of security requirements across internal projects and security operations.

As a Security Operations Engineer at Atom bank you’ll sit within our dedicates SecOps team that protect, detect, respond and recover to Atom’s customers, brand, people and reputation. Our SecOps team design, develop & deliver the security model for Atom’s cloud environment and you’ll provide practical advice and guidance whilst advocating best in class security practice.

You’ll have input into the design and implementation of security requirements across projects and security operations and collaborate with Atom’s Engineering & Project teams to deliver secure solutions. This role identifies security requirements and gaps in our infrastructure, applications & processes and implements the appropriate controls. You’ll also develop and participate in architecture reviews, providing a viewpoint from a security perspective.

You will also:

• Lead and develop processes for security operational tasks and tooling. E.g. SIEM, EDR, Vulnerability Management
• Scope, conduct and assess complex penetration testing.
• Identify security threats and converting this to a material impact.
• Provide Audit and risk assessment support.
• Manage and assess Security risk in accordance with regulatory requirements and industry best practice.
• Regular report generation and presentation.
• Acquire and maintain knowledge of threat intelligence, industry trends, and relevant product offerings.
• Ensure the Atom security policy is communicated to and followed by all staff and assist management with investigation of breaches.
• Manage user administration of high-level financial systems
• Maintenance of 3rd party connectivity

What do we need from you?

• Experience of security for public cloud platform
• Strong understanding of data & voice networks &
• Business Continuity knowledge
• Project management and consulting skills
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Confident, assertive, and pragmatic approach with ability to exercise judgement and discretion where appropriate.
• Highly organised, with ability to work under pressure and to tight deadline.

What you’ll get from us?

• Flexible Hybrid & Remote working
• 4-day work week
• Annual Share Option - performance-related
• Incredibly generous company pension scheme (maximum of 13% of Atom input - candidate can put in more)
• 'All About Me’ fund: £200 per year to spend on personal development
• 22.5 days annual leave plus public holidays(plus every Friday off)
• Private Medical Insurance for you and your full family
• Health Cash Plan, Life Insurance & Critical illness cover
• Electrical Vehicle Scheme