Platforms Security Engineer

The University of London

The University of London is the UK’s largest provider of international distance and online learning and the convenor of a federation of 17 London-based universities, many of which are among the highest-ranking universities in the world.

CoSector

CoSector – University of London is a digital services provider that operates as part of the University of London. It evolved from the University of London Computer Centre (ULCC), established in 1968 to offer computing services to the University’s colleges. In 2015, ULCC transitioned into CoSector, continuing its mission to support the education sector through digital solutions.

The Role

CoSector – University of London is seeking a Platform Security Engineer to join our Platforms Team.

In this role, you’ll help ensure the security and resilience of the digital infrastructure that supports our education and public sector customers. You’ll implement and maintain a range of security controls across our hosting and application environments, helping protect critical services from threats and vulnerabilities.

This is a varied and hands-on role, ideal for someone with experience in Linux environments and a keen interest in security. Whether you're already working in cyber security or looking to transition from a broader infrastructure role, we’re looking for someone ready to grow and contribute to our expanding security function.

You’ll also log your work through our service management systems, support project delivery, and occasionally assist with general platform support tasks when required.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• A proactive, methodical approach to problem-solving and documentation.
• Hands-on experience in platform, infrastructure, or security-focused roles.
• A strong understanding of Linux systems, ideally within a LAMP environment.
• Exposure to cloud environments (Azure / AWS).
• Familiarity with core security concepts: firewalls, VPNs, patching, and vulnerability management.
• Experience contributing to or working within ISO27001 or Cyber Essentials frameworks.

Throughout the role, you will be supported and given opportunities to develop your skills through training and real-world experience in security operations.

For a full role profile, please refer to the job description.

Further Information

To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your Application and CV (by clicking ‘Apply’ at the top of this page) before the closing date at midnight on Friday 5th September 2025.

The University will be unable to sponsor candidates for a visa for this role. Successful applicants must be able to prove their right to work in the UK for the duration of their employment.

The University reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the published end date should it receive sufficient applications to warrant earlier shortlisting.

This is a fully remote role. However, you will need to attend the office on specific days for all staff meetings which take place approximately every quarter. You may also be required to occasionally attend training or attend meetings at customer institutions.

The University of London is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive working environment where we can all be ourselves and succeed. We particularly encourage applications from members of Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities as this group is currently under-represented at all levels within the University. All appointments will be made on merit, based on the criteria named in the job description.

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