Security Architect SC

Sanderson Recruitment Plc
Charing Cross, United Kingdom
4 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Shift work
Languages
English

Job location

Remote
Charing Cross, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Architectural Patterns
Azure
Cloud Computing
Cloud Computing Security
Computer Security
PCI Data Security Standards
Public Key Infrastructure
Sherwood Applied Business Security Architecture
Togaf
Microservices

Job description

  • Provide secure design advice from project discovery through to disposal.
  • Ensure solutions align with security standards and architectural patterns.
  • Promote Secure by Design principles to reduce information risk.
  • Validate security controls and their effectiveness.
  • Deliver security architecture for cloud deployments (private/public).
  • Design and scope IT Health Checks and interpret outcomes.
  • Identify and mitigate security risks in solution architectures.
  • Conduct threat modelling and risk analysis.
  • Design proportional security controls using native cloud technologies.
  • Produce security architecture artefacts including standards and blueprints.

Requirements

Prior and proven experience gained as a Security Architect or in a technical cyber role.

  • Expertise in:
  • Security legislation (GDPR, PCI DSS, ICO)
  • Frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST CSF, CIS Controls v8)
  • HMG/NCSC policies and guidance
  • Cloud security (AWS, Azure)
  • Microservice architectures
  • PKI, Cryptography, Privileged Access Management
  • Certifications: SABSA, TOGAF, AWS/Azure Architect, CISSP, CISM (or working towards CIISEC/UK Cyber Security Council registration).
  • Soft Skills: Strong analytical thinking, communication, teamwork, and adaptability., * Security Architect; government; SC; clearance CIISEC; UK Cyber Security Council

Benefits & conditions

  • Competitive salary
  • London
  • Permanent, full-time
  • Work from home
  • Skills: Security Architect; government; SC; clearance CIISEC; UK Cyber Security Council

Technical Cyber Security Architect (SC) Remote (UK-based) with travel as required Full-time, Permanent - Competitive Salary Security Clearance: Candidates must hold SC level clearance and meet UK residency requirements, What's in it for You

  • Flexible Working: Remote-first with travel as needed.
  • Career Development: Continuous learning and professional growth.
  • Benefits Package: Includes Private Health Care, Cash Back Plan, Buy/Sell Holiday Options, Life Assurance, and more.

About the company

We're looking for a Technical Cyber Security Architect to join our client; a leading Cyber Consultancy that's shaping the future of secure digital transformation. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside expert peers in Secure Architecture and Risk Planning, contributing to a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. You'll help clients define and implement security architectures that protect their assets and enable confident decision-making.

Apply for this position