Security Engineer (Mid Level)
Location: London (Hybrid) | Practice Area: Technology & Engineering | Type: Permanent
Advance your cybersecurity career by building secure digital platforms for global finance
The Role
As a Security Engineer at Capco, you’ll be hands-on in designing and implementing secure cloud and on-premise solutions for our financial services clients. You’ll support security initiatives across engineering teams, contribute to secure development practices, and play a key role in automating threat detection and compliance activities.
What You’ll Do
Develop and implement cloud and infrastructure security strategies
Integrate security tools (SAST, DAST, SCA, container scanning) into CI/CD pipelines
Collaborate with development teams to embed secure coding practices
Conduct vulnerability assessments, code reviews, and network security audits
Contribute to data protection strategies including encryption, tokenization, and masking
What We’re Looking For
Knowledge of application security tools such as CheckmarxOne, Prisma Cloud, or similar
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and secure cloud design principles
Hands-on experience with SAST, DAST, and container security scanning
Familiarity with data security principles and frameworks like ISO 27001, NIST, OWASP
Programming experience in Python, Java, or Go
Bonus Points For
Relevant certifications (e.g., CSSLP, CompTIA Security+, cloud-specific certs)
Understanding of DevSecOps and CI/CD automation in secure environments
Experience conducting code reviews and threat modelling exercises
Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills
Interest in mentoring or knowledge sharing within teams
Why Join Capco
Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions
Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture
Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications
Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services
Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy.
Benefits
We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:
- Core Benefits: Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover.
- Mental Health: Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and in-house first aiders.
- Family-Friendly: Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement.
- Family Care: 8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care.
- Holiday Flexibility: 5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs.
- Continuous Learning: Your growth, your way - minimum 40 hours of training annually. Take your pick; workshops, certifications, e-learning. Also, Business Coach assigned from Day One: Get one-on-one guidance to fast-track your goals and accelerate your development.
- Healthcare Access: Convenient online GP services.
- Extra Perks: Gympass(Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work, and dental insurance.
Inclusion at Capco We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration – a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.
