Security Services Engineer I (UK)
Start your cybersecurity career on the front lines of real-world threats. At Corero Network Security, you won’t just learn about cyberattacks; you’ll actively defend against them.
About Corero
Corero Network Security is a leading provider of real-time Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) protection solutions. Specializing in automatic attack detection and mitigation, Corero helps service providers, enterprises, and hosting organizations maintain network availability, performance, and uptime through advanced visibility, analytics, and reporting capabilities.
With operational centers in Marlborough, Massachusetts, USA, and Edinburgh, UK, and headquarters in London, UK, Corero is listed on the London Stock Exchange AIM market under the ticker CNS. www.corero.com
Role Summary
Corero is seeking a Security Services Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to learn and take on the evolving challenges of DDoS cybersecurity.
This is an opportunity to join an agile, growing company in a high-growth cybersecurity market focused on delivering customer value and exceptional service. The Corero SOC team operates in a collaborative and flexible environment where employees are empowered to innovate and make a real impact.
In this role, you will work closely with customers and collaborate across teams including SOC, Sales, Sales Engineering, and R&D Engineering.
The Security Services Engineer will support incident response and customer data analysis within a 24x7 global Security Operations Center. The ideal candidate will have experience implementing and managing enterprise or carrier-grade networks, along with knowledge of next-generation DDoS detection and mitigation technologies.
Why Join / Career Opportunity
This role is designed for individuals early in their cybersecurity career who want real, operational experience defending against live attacks.
At Corero, you will:
Work on real DDoS attacks in production environments
Gain deep exposure to network security and incident response
Learn from experienced SOC and engineering teams
Develop skills in traffic analysis, troubleshooting, and customer support
Build a foundation for long-term growth in cybersecurity engineering or operations
What You’ll Do
Triage and resolve security incidents and customer support tickets in a live production environment (1st/2nd line support)
Monitor, analyze, and investigate network traffic and potential threats, including DDoS activity
Support customer maintenance, upgrades, and technical communications
Contribute to incident response and post-incident reviews to improve detection and mitigation strategies
Work within ITIL processes (Incident, Change, Problem, Service Requests)
Document procedures, contribute to SOC knowledge base, and share learnings with the team
Continuously develop your technical expertise across cybersecurity, networking, and Corero’s platform
4-Day Rotating Work Schedule & Shift Structure
10-hour workdays with two rotating work patterns:
Sunday – Wednesday
Wednesday – Saturday
Teams will rotate schedules throughout the year based on operational planning and staffing requirements.
Daily Shift Coverage
To maintain continuous operational support, the
Shift Name Standard Hours
Day Shift 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Evening / Swing Shift 2:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Night Shift 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM
What We’re Looking For
Required:
1–2 years of experience in a SOC, IT support, networking, or similar technical role
Strong fundamentals in networking and troubleshooting (TCP/IP, routing, packet analysis)
Ability to prioritize tasks, stay organized, and communicate clearly under pressure
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, shift-based environment (including nights/weekends)
Customer-focused mindset with strong problem-solving skills
Preferred:
Experience with SIEM tools (Splunk preferred)
Understanding of DDoS attacks and network security concepts
Familiarity with virtualization technologies (KVM, ESXi)
Basic scripting or automation skills (e.g., Python, Bash)
CCNA/JNCIA/CompTIA A+/Network+/Security+/CySA+/CyberOps
What we offer
Competitive compensation package
Pension Scheme
Life insurance
Medical insurance
Enhanced parental leave
Annual leave + bank holidays + birthday day off
- Department
- SOC
- Locations
- Edinburgh, UK
- Remote status
- Hybrid
About Corero
Corero Network Security is a leading provider of Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) protection solutions. We are specialists in automatic detection and mitigation solutions, that include network visibility, analytics, and reporting tools. Corero's technology provides scalable protection capabilities against both external DDoS attackers and internal DDoS threats, in even the most complex edge and subscriber environments, ensuring internet service availability and uptime. Corero's key operational centers are in Marlborough, Massachusetts, USA, and Edinburgh, UK, with the Company's headquarters in London, UK. The Company is listed on the London Stock Exchange's AIM market under the ticker CNS.