Cyber Security Architect

Cyber Security Architect - SC Cleared

Portsmouth (Hybrid) - typically 1-2 days per month onsite but can vary depending on project requirements £852.50 per day Umbrella 12 Month Contract Active SC Clearance Required Sole British Nationals Only (UK Eyes Only Restrictions)

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Cyber Security Architect to support a major defence programme, providing security architecture expertise across complex enterprise and engineering environments.

This role will focus on secure-by-design delivery, security architecture governance and the design and assurance of secure solutions within a highly regulated environment. Key Responsibilities

• Define and assure secure architectures across complex systems and services
• Apply Secure by Design principles throughout the solution lifecycle
• Develop security architecture artefacts, standards and technical documentation
• Support architecture reviews, design assurance and governance activities
• Conduct security risk assessments and support risk treatment activities
• Influence architecture decisions, security strategy and technology roadmaps
• Work closely with engineering, architecture and programme teams to ensure security requirements are Embedded into solution designs

Experience Required

• Strong background in Cyber Security Architecture or Security Architecture
• Experience designing secure enterprise or defence solutions
• Secure by Design experience
• Strong understanding of:

• NIST Cyber Security Framework
• ISO27001/ISO27002
• CIS Controls
• Zero Trust Architecture
• NIS2

• Experience working within highly regulated environments such as Defence, Government, Aerospace, Critical National Infrastructure or similar sectors
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

Desirable Experience

• Defence or National Security sector experience
• DEFSTAN 05-138
• Security assurance and accreditation activities
• Cloud security architecture
• TOGAF, SABSA, CISSP, CCSP or CCSK certifications
• Familiarity with Operational Technology (OT) security principles

• Strong background in Cyber Security Architecture or Security Architecture
• Experience designing secure enterprise or defence solutions
• Secure by Design experience
• Strong understanding of:

• NIST Cyber Security Framework
• ISO27001/ISO27002
• CIS Controls
• Zero Trust Architecture
• NIS2

• Experience working within highly regulated environments such as Defence, Government, Aerospace, Critical National Infrastructure or similar sectors
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

Desirable Experience

• Defence or National Security sector experience
• DEFSTAN 05-138
• Security assurance and accreditation activities
• Cloud security architecture
• TOGAF, SABSA, CISSP, CCSP or CCSK certifications
• Familiarity with Operational Technology (OT) security principles