Security & Compliance Engineer - AWS

Rayo, part of the UBDS group, is seeking a Security & Compliance Engineer to ensure AWS-hosted environments remain secure, compliant, and resilient in line with industry frameworks and client requirements. The role involves implementing and monitoring cloud-native security controls, supporting incident response and audit readiness, and embedding security within DevOps and CI/CD practices. The successful candidate will work across technical and compliance functions to help maintain robust governance and protect critical systems.

This role is suited to professionals with experience in cloud security and compliance who thrive in regulated environments and can bridge technical delivery with governance assurance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Configure and monitor AWS-native security services including IAM, GuardDuty, Security Hub, KMS, and VPC controls.
• Support incident response activities and coordinate with engineering teams to address security vulnerabilities.
• Manage compliance alignment with standards such as ISO 27001, ISO 22301, and Cyber Essentials Plus.
• Prepare for and support internal and external security audits.
• Integrate security controls into CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows.
• Develop and maintain security monitoring dashboards and reporting mechanisms.
• Provide security advice during solution design, ensuring secure-by-default configurations.
• Promote security awareness across development and delivery teams.
• Support the continuous improvement of policies, controls, and risk management practices.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of AWS security services and configurations.
• Experience with incident response, vulnerability management, and threat detection in cloud environments.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks including ISO standards and Cyber Essentials Plus.
• Ability to embed security into infrastructure-as-code and DevOps practices.
• Skilled in cloud security monitoring, audit preparation, and reporting.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to liaise across technical and governance teams.

Desirable Experience:

• 3–5 years of experience in cloud security or compliance engineering roles.
• AWS Certified Security – Specialty or equivalent certification.
• Prior experience managing security governance in regulated or public sector environments.
• Understanding of secure development practices and DevSecOps principles.

Benefits

Why people choose to grow their careers at UBDS Group

Professionals choose to grow their careers at UBDS Group for its reputation as a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation that is deeply committed to both innovation and employee development. At UBDS Group, employees are given unique opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects across a diverse range of industries, exposing them to new challenges and learning opportunities that are pivotal for professional growth. The Group’s culture emphasises continuous improvement, offering ample training programs, mentorship, and the chance to gain certifications that enhance their skills and marketability.

UBDS Group fosters a collaborative environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged, allowing employees to contribute ideas and solutions that have a tangible impact on the company and its clients. This combination of professional development, a culture of innovation, and the opportunity to make meaningful contributions makes UBDS Group an attractive place for those looking to advance their careers and be at the forefront of technological and operational excellence.

Employee Benefits

• Training – All team members are offered a number of options in terms of personal development, whether it is technical led, business acumen or methodologies. We want you to grow with us and to help us achieve more
• Private medical cover for you and your spouse/partner, offered via Vitality
• Discretionary bonus based on a blend of personal and company performance
• Holiday – You will receive 25 Days holiday, plus 1 day for Birthday and 1 day for your work anniversary in addition to UK bank holidays
• Electric Vehicle leasing with salary sacrifice
• Contributed Pension Scheme
• Death in service cover

About UBDS Group

At UBDS Group our mission is to support entrepreneurs who are setting new standards with technology solutions across cloud services, cybersecurity, data and AI, ensuring that every investment advances our commitment to innovation, making a difference, and creating impactful solutions for organisations and society.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.