What do we offer you?

We have a hybrid working model, where you can work 60% from home, with the rest of your time being flexibly based at our brand new, sustainable head office in Leeds city centre, just 5 minutes' walk from the train station.

We offer a competitive rewards package including:

• A generous colleague bonus of up to 12%
• Matched pension contributions of up to 10%
• 26 days holiday, plus holiday purchase scheme
• Development opportunities
• Volunteering days

Our friendly, supportive culture will help you be the best you can be — now and in the future. 

About the role

 We are currently looking to recruit an IT Security Engineer who is passionate about designing and implementing IT security systems.

You will be part of a small team responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Society's security infrastructure, monitoring for security events, and responding accordingly. You will help design, implement, monitor and support our IT security systems, often working on complex issues. You will work on a mix of BAU and project-based work including multiple Azure related security projects, general automation projects and ensuring new applications are deployed securely. This is an exciting time to be joining the Society as we embark on large scale transformation and IT maturity.

As well as being ‘hands on' our IT Security Engineer will be seen as a ‘trusted advisor' on our IT security systems.

What will you bring to the role?

• You will have strong experience in a similar IT Security Engineer role in a medium/large company involving a broad range of tech including some of the following:
• Strong knowledge & understanding of security principles surrounding SIEM, Antivirus, DLP, Firewalls, Open Source Filtering tools, Cloud security (Azure), IdAM (PAM on-prem/cloud), EDR, Scanning/vulnerability tools, etc.
• Windows Server & Networking
• Design of secure networks
• Incident response (including forensic analysis of malicious code).
• Endpoint and network security technologies
• Recognised IT or Information Security qualifications including CISSP, CISM, Cisco, SANS, ISO27001, CCSP, CISA, or SSCP desirable
• Relevant degree qualification desirable but not essential.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills

Why choose Leeds Building Society?

Our business is centred around community, people and society. We're embarking on an exciting period of growth and transformation and have ambitious plans, which are guided by our strong foundations and financial security. We love to give our colleagues the opportunity to thrive, encouraging them to take on challenges that meet the needs of our current and future members. 

Our colleagues are at the heart of everything we do and we're extremely proud of our three-star Best Companies accreditation in 2022. This is the highest rating and recognises our ‘world-class' levels of engagement.

Leeds Building Society is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us.