Symmetric Recruitment Ltd

SOC Engineering Lead £70,000 - £80,000 DOE Hybrid Working UKSV clearance required candidates must hold or be eligible to obtain clearance. This role leads the Security Engineering function within a high-performing Security Operations Centre. It is a pivotal leadership position responsible for onboarding delivery, platform engineering, detection optimisation and technical transition into live SOC services. The team is technically strong. What it needs is structure, prioritisation and consistent leadership. You will bring clarity, accountability and calm while remaining technically credible and hands-on. This is not a pure management role. You must be able to lead from the front. The Role You will: • Lead and schedule the SOC Engineering team across onboarding and live service activity • Own technical delivery during customer onboarding and transition • Oversee Sentinel connector deployment, Defender integration, rule tuning and SOAR playbooks • Ensure structured service handover into SOC operations with clear documentation • Act as escalation point for complex engineering issues in live environments • Maintain SLA adherence and platform health • Improve detection logic, automation and enrichment capability • Drive engineering standards, reporting clarity and workload discipline • Coach and develop junior engineers • Maintain technical authority across Microsoft Sentinel, Defender suite, Entra ID and Azure security architecture What Success Looks Like • Onboarding delivered on time with validated integrations • Clean handover into SOC with documented runbooks • Improved automation and measurable SOC efficiency gains • A structured, aligned engineering team with clear ownership Essential Experience • Experience leading a Security Engineering team within an MSP, MSSP or SOC environment • Strong hands-on expertise with Microsoft Sentinel and Defender XDR • Deep understanding of Azure security architecture and ingestion strategy • Proven experience configuring connectors and tuning detection rules • Experience with SOAR platforms • Strong KQL capability • Ability to manage competing priorities in fast-paced environments • Experience managing ingestion costs or cloud service optimisation • Confident customer communication Desirable • Integration experience (Mimecast, Darktrace, legacy EDR platforms) • ITIL exposure (change and incident management) • Google Cloud or AWS knowledge • Microsoft security certifications • GIAC, CISSP, CYSA+ or equivalent Leadership Profile You are: • Structured and operationally disciplined • Calm under pressure • Comfortable holding accountability • Technically credible with engineers • Clear and direct with customers • Focused on outcomes, not activity This role will not suit someone who prefers individual contribution without people leadership responsibility.

Full Stack Web Developer Fully Remote Opportunity Due to company growth and team expansion an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Full Stack Web Developer. This company is actively developing and offers very interesting work in a niche sector. Benefits Up to £80k salary for experienced senior Annual 10% bonus Bupa Healthcare 25 days holiday + bank holidays Options scheme currently being reviewed Essential Skills and Experience: 3 years + in a Full Stack Role Full stack web developer C#/ .NET Core backend Vue.js or other frontend framework experience (React next preference) TDD Mid to senior level Desirable areas of expertise Typescript SQL Server Azure DevOps Please submit CV today to discuss this opportunity further.

Web Developer (Full Stack) Remote + Company Bonus Scheme Let's start with the benefits to you as a candidate; Salary £60,000 NEG DOE Annual bonus Remote working Good equipment Collaborative and relaxed working environment Sociable team Interesting work and involved heavily in actively developing The company is offering cutting edge automated training solutions into very exciting industry sectors. Core Skills Full Stack SQL Server ASP.NET Core JavaScript Vue or other frontend frameworks GIT TDD Agile Development Methodologies Nice to Have TypeScript Azure DevOps CSS/SCSS Apply today to discuss this opportunity further

PLC and Control System Design Engineer Plymouth, UK We re representing an innovative engineering company in Plymouth that designs, develops, and integrates advanced control systems for maritime applications. This is a hands-on role covering the full project lifecycle from concept design through to manufacture, testing, and operational deployment. You ll join a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team of mechanical, electrical, and software engineers building bespoke systems that operate in some of the most demanding environments. You ll play a key role in the design, development, and programming of PLC-based control systems, integrating with motors, actuators, sensors, and communication networks to deliver high-performance, reliable solutions. Key Requirements • Degree qualified in Electrical, Robotics, or a related discipline • Minimum of 3 years experience designing and programming PLC control systems • Proven ability to fault-find, optimise, and document PLC systems • Experience with industrial communication protocols such as CAN, EtherCAT, or Modbus • Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills • Eligible to live and work in the UK and capable of achieving SC-level security clearance Desirable Experience in marine or subsea projects, working with Wago or KEB systems, or using structured text programming. Prior experience leading small teams or managing technical projects would be advantageous. The Opportunity You ll be part of a forward-thinking organisation that encourages innovation and professional growth. Flexible working is available between 7am and 7pm, Monday to Friday, with paid overtime opportunities. Support is provided toward achieving Chartered Engineer status, and you ll have access to professional development and specialist training. If you re looking for a technically challenging, varied role that combines autonomy with collaboration, this is a chance to join a company delivering cutting-edge subsea technology. Apply confidentially or get in touch to discuss in more detail.