Security Architect

Senior/Lead Security Architect

Hybrid – North West (3 Days Onsite)

Up to £95,000 + Benefits

We are looking for an experienced Senior/Lead Security Architect to help shape and strengthen our security posture across cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), networks, on-prem infrastructure, applications, and data. This is a key role in defining security architecture frameworks, conducting reviews, and identifying gaps to ensure a robust and scalable security strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and implement a security architecture framework aligned with business and regulatory requirements.
• Perform security assessments and reviews, identifying risks and recommending improvements.
• Work across cloud, on-prem, and hybrid environments, ensuring security best practices are applied.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the business, providing expert guidance on security strategy and risk mitigation.
• Apply security frameworks such as TOGAF or Zachman to enhance architecture design.
• (Desirable) Lead and mentor a small team, supporting their growth and development.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong experience as a Security Architect, covering cloud, networks, infrastructure, applications, and data security.
• Expertise in at least one major cloud provider: AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Knowledge of security frameworks and methodologies (TOGAF, Zachman, NIST, ISO 27001).
• Experience in gap analysis, risk assessments, and security best practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• (Bonus) Line management or leadership experience.

If you’re an experienced Security Architect looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you.