Security Engineer

Salary: 52560.00 - 65700.00 per annum

Contract type: Permanent

Closing Date: 15th June 2026

Interview Dates: 1st stages W/C - 22nd June 2026

TheWellcomeTrust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science leadingpolicyand advocacy campaigns and building partnerships.

We plan to spend 16bn over the next ten years funding new discoveries in life health and wellbeing and taking on three global health challenges: mental health infectious disease and climate and health.

These challenges need the bold science we support but theywontbe solved by science alone.

Where in Wellcome will I be working

You will sit within the Digital & Technology division as part of the Information Security team supporting enterprise-wide security operations and working closely with technical teams stakeholders and external security providers across the organisation.

What will I be doing

You will support the implementation and operation of key security controls across Wellcome helping to manage user access identity management security monitoring threat detection governance processes and security incident response.

You will also provide practical guidance on information security best practice support compliance activities and help ensure technology changes are delivered with secure design principles embedded throughout.

Is this job for me

Do you have previous IT security experience in complex environments

Have you supported information security projects controls or governance activities

Are you comfortable communicating security risks and guidance clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Do you enjoy working collaboratively to improve security processes controls and compliance

To apply for this role pleasesubmitan up-to-date CV and answer 2 application questions todemonstratethat you meet theminimumrequirements for the role. Theminimumrequirements of the role are:

Minimum Criteria:

Previous IT security experience.
Experience implementing or supporting information security controls and projects.
Knowledge of risk management and security compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to remain calm and composed when responding to security incidents or challenges.

You can view the Job Descriptionon our website.

You can read more about the benefits we offer our employees onourwebsite

Our Hybrid Way of Working

We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment in which people can perform at their best.

AtWellcomewe have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (TuesdayWednesdayand Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office.

Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do

Diversity and Inclusion is a priority atWellcome. We are committed to cultivating a fair andinclusiveenvironment where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includesmaking adjustmentsfor people who have a disability or long-term visit our websitefor more information on adjustments and accessibility or contact us

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