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Graduate Security Engineer

Acumen Cyber

Glasgow, UKonsitePosted May 20, 2026

About the role

Graduate Security Engineer

About Acumen Cyber

Acumen Cyber is an engineering-led Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP)

headquartered in Glasgow. Our CREST-accredited 24/7 Security Operations Centre (SOC) is at the heart of our operations, delivering advanced cybersecurity solutions to our clients. We put our engineers at the forefront of developing our services to ensure we are always at the cutting edge.

Key Responsibilities

· Apply analytical skills to real-world cybersecurity threats in a fast-paced environment.

· Perform log analysis and correlate events across multiple platforms.

· Communicate findings clearly and professionally - both verbally and in writing.

· Support clients during incidents with supervision from senior team members.

· Stay current with cybersecurity trends, emerging threats, and best practices.

· Assist with tool maintenance and tuning.

· Assist automation development.

What You’ll Bring

· Understanding of cybersecurity concepts, common threats, and attacker tactics

· Familiarity with tools like SIEM and EDR

· A curious personality and desire to learn

· Entrepreneurial spirit

· Effective communication

· Willingness to work shifts as part of a 24/7 operation

What You’ll Get

· Competitive Salary

· 32 days Annual Leave

· Birthday Leave.

· Private Healthcare

· Electric Car Scheme

· Private Pension Scheme

Desirable Skills

· Relevant certifications

· Previous experience in a SOC role

Qualifications

· Cyber Security Degree or Information Security Degree

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