Cyber Security Principal Engineer

Hoare Lea LLP; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Greater London is seeking a Specialist Cyber Security Principal Engineer. This position involves engaging with clients to understand their needs, producing relevant documentation, and ensuring cyber security measures are effectively integrated into ICT networks. The ideal candidate will have experience in design and implementation, a strong grasp of industry regulations, and excellent client engagement skills. This role promises a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Private medical cover

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Up to 30 days of annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience as a principal engineer in consultancy, design and implementation.
• Solid understanding of local regulations and industry best practices.
• Experience with ICT Networks and Operational Technology.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to understand their needs and requirements.
• Produce reports, specifications for tender, and design documentation.
• Support clients in building a secure ecosystem.

Skills

Client engagement

Report writing skills

Cyber Security understanding

ICT Network knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Understanding of ICT & IoT principles

Tools

Revit

CAD

MS Office 365

Job description

About Us

Hoare Lea is a human‑centric and planet‑conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield.

London

We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem‑solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves.

We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9‑day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and up to 30 days of annual leave.

Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do.

Digital Solutions Group

Hoare Lea Digital Solutions Group is currently working on a range of unique and technically challenging projects across the UK and the world. From project concept to commissioning, our focus is on delivering creative, high‑quality, and user‑centred technology solutions with technical accuracy and innovative design.

Digital Solutions Group is a team of passionate and meticulous designers, including specialist engineers from IT, Communications, Audio‑visual, Cyber Security, BMS and Building Automation expertise.

Our engineering design work is a collaboration of experienced, industry‑leading specialists. We bring much‑needed visibility between the many building technology engineering disciplines on projects by promoting a collaborative methodology. We design connected buildings with a considered approach to facility and occupant user interfaces and a strategic approach to system integration, technology procurement, and optimisation through analytics.

The Digital Solutions Group is made up of various specialist teams, including Audio‑visual, Cyber Security, BMS, ICT, and Digital Solutions. We are looking for a Specialist Cyber Security Principal Engineer.

Wider Team

The Wider Digital Solutions Team Includes The Following Disciplines

• ICT – Delivering the Digital Plumbing of ICT Infrastructure, including Passive Infrastructure, Active Network Design – e.g. Wi‑Fi & Wide Area Network Connectivity.
• Audiovisual – Delivering an Immersive Experience for the client, whether it’s a set of purpose‑built meeting rooms, an LED Wall or a Reception Installation.
• Smart Functionality – Providing smart functionality to a building, generating data‑rich building insights via multi‑functional sensors, reducing carbon, reducing the total cost of ownership or providing tenants with a community via advanced functionality.
• Cyber Security – Designing secure systems into new installations, reviewing current installations to mitigate risk accordingly.

Working with landlords, developers, and project teams, we create flexible and expandable ICT solutions that achieve industry‑recognised certifications and transform a structure into a smart building.

About The Role

We require a Specialist Cyber Security Principal Engineer to work within the newly formed Cyber Security Specialist department with the following attributes:

Consultancy Offering

• Ability to engage with a client and understand their needs & requirements
• Solid report writing skills, and ability to convey new concepts in visual forms such as flow charts and topologies
• Produce reports, specifications for tender, commissioning documentation, and design notes

Technical

• An in‑depth understanding of ICT Networks within Buildings, such as Commercial Office Buildings.
• An in‑depth understanding of Operational Technology (OT) within Buildings, such as Commercial Office Buildings.
• An in‑depth understanding of the packages that interact with the ICT Network e.g. BMS & Control Systems, Metering & Monitoring, Security (CCTV & Access Control), Tenant Packages, Mobile Phone Boosting, Operational Technology (OT).
• An in‑depth understanding of how Cyber Security will impact the ICT Network & the types for building systems above, relating e.g. Network Segmentation, e.g. Policy Based Routing, Firmware Versions, Protocols e.g. use of Secure Protocols.
• Recommend & support the client in how to set their network and building on a path to a more secure ecosystem.

About You

You should have experience as a principal engineer in consultancy, design and implementation, with a strong understanding of local regulations and industry best practices, looking to aid in the development of a specialist Cyber Security specialist offering.

• An understanding of Revit and CAD, with the ability to navigate around a 3D model environment, but a Cyber Security role will not be spending a significant amount of time within a modelling environment; client engagement and document creation will be the primary focus.
• Standard Desktop Applications such as MS Office 365.
• Confident client-facing interpersonal skills.
• Team Member, the ability to work as part of a team managing deadlines.
• Understanding of ICT & IoT principles.
• Understanding of Audiovisual principles.

How To Apply

To apply, simply complete a CV profile and submit your application.

If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices.

Adjustments and accommodations

If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know.

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