Security Engineer

Salary: 52,560.00 - 65,700.00 per annum

Contract type: Permanent

Closing Date: 15th June 2026

Interview Dates: 1st stages W/C - 22nd June 2026

The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships.   

We plan to spend £16bn over the next ten years, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and taking on three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease and climate and health.   

These challenges need the bold science we support, but they won’t be solved by science alone. 

Where in Wellcome will I be working?

You will sit within the Digital & Technology division as part of the Information Security team, supporting enterprise-wide security operations and working closely with technical teams, stakeholders, and external security providers across the organisation.

What will I be doing?

You will support the implementation and operation of key security controls across Wellcome, helping to manage user access, identity management, security monitoring, threat detection, governance processes, and security incident response.

You will also provide practical guidance on information security best practice, support compliance activities, and help ensure technology changes are delivered with secure design principles embedded throughout.

Is this job for me?

Do you have previous IT security experience in complex environments?

Have you supported information security projects, controls, or governance activities?

Are you comfortable communicating security risks and guidance clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders?

Do you enjoy working collaboratively to improve security processes, controls, and compliance?

To apply for this role please submit an up-to-date CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role. The minimum requirements of the role are: 

Minimum Criteria:

• Previous IT security experience.
• Experience implementing or supporting information security controls and projects.
• Knowledge of risk management and security compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to remain calm and composed when responding to security incidents or challenges.

You can view the Job Description on our website.

You can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our website 

Our Hybrid Way of Working   

We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best.   

At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office.      

Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do  

Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome. We are committed to cultivating a fair and inclusive environment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includes making adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. Please visit our website for more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us at jobs@wellcome.org

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