Senior Cyber Security Architect

As a Senior Cyber Security Architect, you will be responsible for designing and embedding strong security practices across cloud platforms and services. Working within Agile delivery teams, you will guide the secure design and delivery of digital solutions, identify risks in existing systems, and recommend effective mitigations., * Design and deliver secure cloud services and solutions.

• Identify security issues in system designs and recommend practical mitigations.
• Apply knowledge of security standards and regulations (e.g. NCSC, ISO, NIST, PCI, GDPR).
• Contribute to secure software and infrastructure development, applying modern tools and practices.
• Work with Continuous Security, CI/CD, and automated testing approaches.
• Apply expertise in network security (OSI, TCP/IP), web application security (OWASP), and cryptography (PKI, TLS).
• Mentor, coach, and support the development of junior staff.
• Communicate complex security topics effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Proven track record in secure cloud solution design and delivery.
• Strong knowledge of application or infrastructure architecture.
• Hands-on experience testing software and infrastructure security.
• Familiarity with modern security engineering approaches and agile delivery methods.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop colleagues.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with identity management and authentication/authorisation.
• Knowledge of governance, risk, compliance, operational security, and supply chain security.
• Penetration testing certifications (e.g. OSCP, CREST, TIGER).
• Experience leading security engineers and teams.

• Competitive salary £100,000 - £120,000 + 10% bonus.
• Remote-first role with flexibility across the UK.
• Work on mission-critical systems that impact millions of users.
• Career progression into senior leadership or technical specialist pathways.
• Inclusive, supportive culture where diversity and professional growth are actively encouraged.

If you're passionate about building secure, scalable systems and want to play a key role in protecting critical digital services, this is an exciting opportunity to make your mark.