Security Architect – Technical Security Background
Location: Remote – Occasional travel to client site
Salary banding – depending on experience and expertise £60,000 - £70,000 base + package + benefits
Are you a technically skilled Senior Security Consultant ready to take the next step in your career?
We are seeking a Security Architect who is passionate about designing secure systems, influencing security strategies, and building a safer digital future for our client, a pure-play cybersecurity consulting firm operating globally across various industries, including retail, financial services, and Critical national infrastructure, to name a few.
About the Role
As a Security Architect, you will work closely with the senior architecture teams to develop and enhance security controls, support secure system design, and contribute to strategic security initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong technical security experience who is looking to transition into a security architecture-focused role.
It is important to note that culture matters as much as capability; our client values people who are passionate, articulate, and driven to learn and grow.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the design and development of secure systems and applications.
- Support the creation and review of security architecture documentation, including threat models and risk assessments.
- Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to ensure security is integrated throughout system lifecycles.
- Help assess new technologies and recommend secure solutions aligned with business objectives.
- Contribute to security governance, risk, and compliance processes where needed.
- Stay up to date on emerging security trends, vulnerabilities, and technologies.
Essential Skills & Experience
- MUST have consulting experience
- MUST have experience designing secure systems
- Proven experience in technical security roles (e.g., security engineer, network engineer, systems security administrator, or similar).
- Strong knowledge of security fundamentals, including network security, cryptography, identity & access management (IAM), and secure application design.
- Familiarity with security frameworks and standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, NCSC CAF etc
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- A strong desire to grow into a security architecture leadership role.
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Cloud security knowledge (Azure preferred, but AWS and GCP welcome).
- Exposure to DevSecOps and CI/CD security integration.
- Certifications such as CISSP, CISMP, SABSA, or CompTIA Security+ (or working towards them).
What We Offer
- A clear career path with mentoring and professional development support.
- Variety & Impact: Engage with critical national infrastructure, finance, retail, and government clients.
- Career Growth: Clear pathways to Senior, Lead, and Principal roles
- Learning & Development: Significant investment in certifications and professional growth.
- Flexibility & Culture: Fully remote working (with occasional travel) and a collaborative, forward-thinking culture.
- Far from your typical consulting firm – a culture built on flexibility and fun, with unforgettable company trips and adventure-filled experiences.
