Senior Security Engineer

Senior Security Engineer

Location: London (Hybrid) | Practice Area: Technology & Engineering | Type: Permanent

Lead advanced security engineering initiatives that safeguard the future of digital finance

The Role

As a Senior Security Engineer at Capco, you’ll lead the design and implementation of secure systems and processes across cloud and on-premise platforms. You’ll collaborate closely with engineering and client teams to embed security-by-design principles throughout the SDLC, integrate automated security tooling, and ensure resilience against evolving cyber threats.

What You’ll Do

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  Design and implement enterprise-wide security controls and frameworks

  
  


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  Integrate and manage security tools (SAST, DAST, SCA, container scanning) across CI/CD pipelines

  
  


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  Collaborate across teams to champion secure development practices

  
  


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  Lead vulnerability assessments, code reviews, and security audits across infrastructure and applications

  
  


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  Develop and maintain robust data protection strategies, including encryption, tokenization, and masking

  
  

What We’re Looking For

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  Strong hands-on experience with security tools such as CheckmarxOne, Prisma Cloud, or similar

  
  


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  Deep understanding of cloud security for AWS, Azure, or GCP platforms

  
  


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  Proven expertise in secure coding, endpoint protection, and network security design

  
  


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  Familiarity with frameworks and standards like ISO 27001, NIST, and OWASP

  
  


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  Proficiency in Python, Java, or Go for security automation and tool development

  
  

Bonus Points For

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  Certifications such as CISSP, CSSLP, or cloud-specific credentials

  
  


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  Experience mentoring engineering teams and driving security awareness

  
  


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  Advanced knowledge of DevSecOps tools and practices

  
  


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  Exposure to financial services security and regulatory requirements

  
  


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  Passion for staying ahead of cyber trends and emerging threat landscapes

  
  

Why Join Capco

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  Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions

  
  


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  Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture

  
  


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  Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications

  
  


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  Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services

  
  


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  Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy.

  
  

Benefits 

We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:

• Core Benefits: Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover. 

• Mental Health: Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and in-house first aiders. 

• Family-Friendly: Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement. 

• Family Care: 8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care. 

• Holiday Flexibility: 5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs. 

• Continuous Learning:  Your growth, your way - minimum 40 hours of training annually. Take your pick; workshops, certifications, e-learning. Also, Business Coach assigned from Day One: Get one-on-one guidance to fast-track your goals and accelerate your development. 

• Healthcare Access: Convenient online GP services. 

• Extra Perks: Gympass(Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work, and dental insurance.

Inclusion at Capco We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration – a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day. #LI-DNI