> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2111042-security-architect-dv-cleared](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2111042-security-architect-dv-cleared). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Security Architect - DV cleared

- **Company:** CBS Butler Limited
- **Location:** Basingstoke, UK
- **Salary:** £182,000.0 - £195,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Cyber Security, Mod Security
- **Published:** August 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.cv-library.co.uk/job/225420011/security-architect-dv-cleared

## About the Role

* Proven experience in Security Architecture within secure or defence environments
 * Strong background in security assessment and assurance
 * Experience conducting security audits and compliance reviews
 * Familiarity with MOD security frameworks, processes, and standards
 * Ability to work confidently with senior stakeholders, suppliers, and delivery teams
 * Active DV clearance is essential

## Description

We are seeking a DV Cleared Security Architect to join a Joint Design Team, working on a highly sensitive and mission-critical programme. Reporting directly to the Security Lead, you will play a key role in assuring that Managed Service Provider (MSP) designs and implementations meet the client's stringent security standards and MOD requirements.

This is a hands-on assurance and advisory role, operating at both strategic and technical levels within a secure environment.

The Role

 * Review and assure high-level and low-level designs produced by MSPs
 * Review MSP security compliance tests, assessments, and evidence
 * Assess and challenge security cases, risks, and design decisions
 * Undertake formal security assessments in line with MOD and client standards
 * Maintain and administer STREAM
 * Provide clear, pragmatic security advice and guidance to the client and stakeholders


## Related Videos

- [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers)
- [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - "Fun and games - and all that comes with it", Back to BASIC & more](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1719-wearedevelopers-live-fun-and-games-and-all-that-comes-with-it-back-to-basic-more)
- [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats)
- [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure)
- [Software Security 101: Secure Coding Basics](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/220-software-security-101-secure-coding-basics)
- [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large)

## Related Articles

- [Understanding and Mitigating Common Web Vulnerabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/565-understanding-and-mitigating-common-web-vulnerabilities)
- [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. Developers Decide What Actually Gets Deployed.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/693-events-like-rsac-get-you-cisos-developers-decide-what-actually-gets-deployed)
- [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking)
- [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing)
- [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk)
- [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)