Security Engineer

Security Engineer

Overview

Platform Security Engineer

– Contract Role
Location:

London
Hybrid Working:

3 days per week in the office
Start Date:

ASAP
We are hiring a

Platform Security Engineer

to join a cutting-edge financial technology firm. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on securing high-performance trading infrastructure, cloud platforms, and business-critical applications in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
Key Responsibilities

Implement and maintain security controls across Windows, Linux, and hybrid cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Alibaba Cloud).
Collaborate with engineering teams to embed security into product design and development.
Drive secure software development practices across Python, C++, Rust, Go, and Kotlin/Java.
Conduct threat modelling, vulnerability assessments, and security code reviews.
Mentor developers and engineers on secure coding and architecture.
Integrate security scanning tools (SAST, DAST) into CI/CD pipelines.
Perform vendor security reviews and third-party risk assessments.
Proactively identify and mitigate security risks in a high-stakes trading environment.
Experience with Crypto, DeFi, or Smart Contracts is a strong advantage.
Candidate Requirements

7+ years of experience in product or platform security roles.
Strong background in secure coding and software development.
Deep understanding of security principles across cloud platforms and operating systems.
Experience with threat modelling, risk mitigation, and CI/CD security integration.
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Exposure to low-latency financial systems is a plus.
Seniority level

Mid-Senior level
Employment type

Contract
Job function

Engineering and Quality Assurance
Industries

Financial Services, IT System Data Services, and Security and Investigations

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