Security Operations Engineer

Job Title: Security Operations Engineer            

Location: Leeds/Hybrid      

Salary:     £45,000 - £55,000 per annum DOE 

Job Type: Full Time / Permanent

The Role:

At TIEVA, we’re not just another MSP, we’re a fast-growing, UK-based hybrid IT provider with a mission to empower organisations through secure, scalable, and reliable technology. We believe in making a real difference for our customers, our people, and the wider community.

Here’s what sets us apart:

Cutting-edge tech: Work with the latest solutions and help shape the future of IT.

People-first culture: Open, friendly, and supportive, where you’re not just a number and your ideas genuinely matter.

Growth mindset: We’re scaling up fast, and you’ll be a key part of our journey.

Benefits that matter: Electric vehicle scheme, cycle to work, private medical, life assurance, wellbeing programmes, and more.

As a Security Operations Engineer, you will be a key member of our Security Operations function, responsible for the day‑to‑day operation, monitoring, investigation, and continuous improvement of customer security services. Working in an MSP environment, you will focus on threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and security control optimisation across multiple customer estates.

You will work closely with Network Operations, Service Desk, Projects, and third‑party vendors to ensure customer environments remain secure, resilient, and fully aligned with SLA and regulatory requirements.

The Candidate:

Key Responsibilities

What We’re Looking For:

Core / Strongly Preferred

Proven hands-on experience in a Security Operations, SOC, MDR or MSP environment, with a strong background in investigating and responding to security incidents

Strong practical knowledge of modern security technologies including EDR/XDR, Microsoft 365 security, cloud security platforms and associated investigation workflows

Solid understanding of common attack techniques, vulnerability management and incident investigation methodologies, with the ability to assess risk and drive effective remediation

Experience working collaboratively across technical teams and with third-party security partners to investigate, escalate and resolve security incidents

A proactive, customer-focused mindset with strong communication skills and the ability to translate technical findings into clear, actionable security guidance and improvements

Experience supporting firewall and network security controls (Fortinet preferred

Certifications (one or more preferred)

Microsoft SC-200 (Security Operations Analyst) or equivalent hands-on SecOps experience

CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or equivalent cybersecurity certification

Fortinet Certified Professional

Email security / threat protection certifications or experience (e.g. Mimecast, Microsoft Defender for Office 365)

Other industry security certifications or demonstrable practical experience in Security Operations

Actively working towards further cybersecurity certifications and professional development

Desirable (Not Mandatory)

Experience with SOAR tools and security automation

Exposure to vulnerability scanning platforms and risk management processes

Experience in a multi‑customer MSP environment

Technical Expertise:

Security monitoring, alert triage, and incident response

Firewall security services, VPNs, and secure remote access

Vulnerability remediation and risk reduction

Structured incident, problem, and change management

Security hardening and configuration best practice

Professional skills:

Hands‑on, operational engineer with strong investigative skills

Calm, methodical, and detail‑oriented under pressure

Clear communicator with customers, vendors, and internal teams

Proactive mindset with a passion for improving security services

Eager to learn and develop through real‑world experience and certifications

Personal qualities:

Self-motivated, independent, and proactive

Passionate about learning and growth

Team player with a positive, can-do attitude

What you’ll get in return:

Financial

Life Insurance

Pension

Car allowance (subject to role)

£1000 refer a friend bonus.

Generous uncapped commission scheme (sales role)

Profit share bonus scheme (non-sales, subject to T&C’s)

Free will-writing service

Long Service Awards (financial and time rewards)

Electric Car Scheme (salary sacrifice)

Cycle to Work Scheme (salary sacrifice)

IT Purchase / Loan Scheme

Financial Wellbeing Tool

Pension Surgery (consultation with a financial advisor)

Discount scheme (retail, experience days etc.) 

Navan

Buying holidays (salary sacrifice)

Childcare voucher scheme

Health and Wellbeing

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme -for you and your family (Counselling, legal advice, career coaching, financial support)

Digital GP

Wisdom Well-Being Platform

Gym membership contribution

Gym time

Yoga –Free onsite yoga

Eye tests

Flu jabs

Fruit basket –per floor stocked weekly

Mental Health First Aiders

Time off

Holidays –above statutory increasing with service, plus 8 bank holidays

Birthday benefit -Have your birthday off on us!

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Enhanced Paternity Pay

Compassionate Leave

Jury Duty

Funeral Leave

Volunteering Days

Perks

Welcome goodie bag.

Company apparel

Free staff parties

Incentives –Competitions and prizes including trips.

Staff awards

Culture Team events 

Environment

Free onsite parking

New refurbed office -Table tennis, table football, games consoles, multi-faith room, fully stocked bar, outdoor eating area, smoking shelter. 

Why choose TIEVA?

We’re not your average technology company, we reward innovation and outside the box thinking.  A career at TIEVA means giving you the opportunity to shape your future.  We will provide you with all the tools you need to succeed, this isn’t just the basics, we are talking about the latest automation technology, weekly campaigns, holidays, prizes, and team incentives.

Further, faster- We know it’s important for you to keep moving forward, that’s why you’ll have the very best training opportunities.  We invest heavily in our teams, culture, environment, and values which is reflected in us holding an Investors in People Platinum Standard accreditation and by us continuing to develop talent from within.

More than technology–TIEVA is a leading IT solutions and services provider operating within all industries. We have experienced phenomenal growth by adopting a people-first approach and providing exemplary service to our customers.

Real world, real career- Our team’s key focus is to deliver world class services & the best in technologies.   You will work with the team to innovate, yet always be looking to improve and deliver a portfolio of new products and services, to our customers.

If you would be interested in joining a rapidly expanding, highly reputable business with an inclusive, driven and highly committed team please apply ASAP!

Our Promise to you….

If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we can provide support and adjustments that you may need throughout our recruitment process. Any information you share on your application will be treated in confidence.

TIEVA is an inclusive company where you can enjoy the career you want, without changing who you are. We welcome all and are passionate about promoting greater diversity in the tech sector.  We welcome applications from people from all walks of life.