Security Operations Engineer

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?

Want to join us?

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.

What will your ‘typical’ day look like…. (there’s no two days the same in Atom):

You will:

• 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 platforms
• Strong understanding of data and voice networks
• Good project management and consulting skills
• Business continuity knowledge
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Possess a confident, assertive, and pragmatic approach

What you’ll get from us:

• Salary range £35k-£50k
• Flexible Hybrid & Remote working.
• 4-day work week
• Annual Share Option – performance-related
• Incredibly generous company pension scheme (maximum of 13% of Atom input)
• ‘All About Me’ fund: £200 per year to spend on personal development
• 22.5 days annual leave plus public holidays
• Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan, Life Insurance & Critical illness cover
• Electrical Vehicle Scheme

PLEASE NOTE: You must have the legal right to work in the UK to apply for this role as Atom is unable to support Visa Applications/Sponsorship

Atom is an equal opportunities employer. We value you as an individual and therefore disregard race, religion/belief, gender, sexual orientation, maternity/pregnancy, age, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership and disability in any hiring decisions we make. Atom will always adhere to the Equality Act 2010.

All roles within Atom must adhere to the Conduct Rules as set out by the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) and Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)

As part of Atom bank’s commitment to the FCA’s Consumer Duty, Atom will, take all reasonable steps to avoid causing foreseeable harm to customers, take all reasonable steps to enable customers to pursue their financial objectives and act in good faith.