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# SC Cleared Security Architect

- **Company:** Opus Recruitment Solutions
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing Security, SC Clearance
- **Published:** July 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://computerjobs.com/gb/en/mob/job/3FCC50C9C39E5FFBEF

## About the Role

* Proven experience as a Security Architect.
 * Strong cloud security and infrastructure security knowledge.
 * Experience with AWS, Azure and/or GCP.
 * Security risk assessment and governance experience.
 * Excellent stakeholder engagement skills.
 * Active SC Clearance.

## Description

Security Architect (SC Cleared)

Clearance: Active SC Required

We're seeking an experienced Security Architect to support the design and delivery of secure cloud solutions within a large-scale programme.

Key Responsibilities:

 * Define and implement cloud security architectures and controls.
 * Ensure security is Embedded throughout the solution life cycle.
 * Conduct security reviews, risk assessments, and provide architectural guidance.
 * Work closely with engineering and infrastructure teams to deliver secure cloud environments.
 * Produce security documentation, standards, and best practice guidance.

Required Experience:

 * Proven experience as a Security Architect.
 * Strong cloud security and infrastructure security knowledge.
 * Experience with AWS, Azure and/or GCP.
 * Security risk assessment and governance experience.
 * Excellent stakeholder engagement skills.
 * Active SC Clearance.


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