Job Title: SIEM Engineer Location: Wokingham/Hybrid (3 days per week on site) Duration: 3 months from the start Rate: £430 per day inside ir35 SC security clearance is required for this role We are looking for a highly skilled Security Engineer to support the deployment, configuration, and management of modern SIEM and EDR platforms. This role is ideal for someone with strong hands-on technical security expertise and a passion for threat detection, analysis, and automation.Key Responsibilities:Syslog experience and/or strong Linux skillsSIEM Deployment andamp; ManagementConfigure, deploy, and maintain SIEM platforms such as Microsoft Sentinel or Elastic SIEM.Build and optimise log ingestion pipelines.EDR Deployment andamp; ManagementManage and maintain tools including Tanium, Trellix, FireEye, Microsoft Defender, or Elastic EDR.Threat Detection andamp; AnalysisMonitor security logs and alerts.Investigate anomalies, understand attack patterns, and provide actionable recommendations.Syslog ManagementConfigure and maintain Syslog Servers.Manage Syslog feeds and ensure reliable log forwarding.Log Ingestion for SentinelDeploy out-of-the-box integrations.Develop custom connectors and ingestion methods for diverse log sources.CollaborationWork closely with IT, SOC, and wider security teams to strengthen the organisation''s cybersecurity posture.Required Skills andamp; QualificationsStrong background in security engineering, SIEM/EDR tooling, and network security.Certifications ..... full job details .....