Data Engineer

Cyber Security Data Engineer Contract: 3 months initially (with strong potential for extension) Day Rate: £500–550, Outside IR35 Location: Remote (UK-based), with occasional travel to London (once per month) Start Date: ASAP Unify are exclusively representing a well-established consultancy, who are seeking an experienced Data Engineer to support a major client’s Cyber Security function. The role will focus on enabling the implementation of a new cyber security platform and strengthening the client’s capability in data assurance, architecture, and analysis. Key Accountabilities • Support business priorities and requests as directed by senior stakeholders within the client’s Cyber Security Data function. • Contribute to the design, implementation, and ongoing operation of data management and analysis processes to enable secure sharing and processing of security data across the enterprise. • Oversee data collection mechanisms and ensure they align with architectural standards and stakeholder requirements. • Assist in implementing appropriate security measures (e.g., encryption, monitoring, firewalls) and support timely incident escalation to cyber specialists. • Deliver architecture artefacts (conceptual/logical diagrams, future state models) to support digital transformation and enterprise security modernisation. • Review and recommend technical developments to improve the quality and performance of applications, databases, and supporting infrastructure. • Document current (“as is”) and target (“to be”) states to accurately scope and support change initiatives. • Contribute to database specifications and approvals, ensuring standards, data integrity, and compliance are maintained. • Install, configure, and test databases to meet business and security requirements. • Provide guidance and knowledge transfer to colleagues to build organisational capability. Skills & Experience Required • Degree or equivalent professional training/experience in data engineering, computer science, or related field. • 5+ years’ experience in data engineering, data architecture, or related domains. • Familiarity with data management frameworks such as EDM Council DCAM/CDMC or DAMA DMBOK. • Hands-on experience with containerisation/orchestration technologies and container security. • Strong knowledge of deploying PaaS solutions, APIs, and Infrastructure as Code (ideally Azure or GCP). • Advanced scripting skills (PowerShell, Shell, Python). • Exposure to cyber security tooling or the development of security data analysis solutions is highly desirable. • Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse complex technical issues and propose practical solutions. • Strong communication skills to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior leadership. • Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of operating under pressure while managing competing priorities. • Commitment to continuous learning and raising standards through collaboration, training, and industry knowledge sharing. Please apply by submitting your latest CV for immediate review by our Talent team. Thank you!