> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2174805-security-architect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2174805-security-architect). 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 - **Company:** Datasource - **Location:** London, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cyber Security, Enterprise Architecture Framework, Sherwood Applied Business Security Architecture, Trusted Systems, Archimate, Togaf, Information Technology - **Published:** August 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.efinancialcareers.com/jobs-United_Kingdom-London-Security_Architect.id24511233 ## About the Role Introduction Company cultures & job summary Our client is looking for an experienced Security Architect to join their fast-growing security consultancy practice. You'll be working across complex public and private sector clients, designing and assuring secure solutions from strategic planning right through to technical implementation. A CISSP, CISM, or equivalent certification is essential for this one. Working Patterns and location - Hybrid - 3 days on site per week Key responsibilities * Lead development of security architecture and design for complex IT requirements across full system lifecycles. * Support clients through business-focused security requirement specification, definition, and design. * Produce technical risk assessments and solution architecture documentation for client engagements. * Lead workshops and engage with senior business leaders and diverse project stakeholders. * Shape and align security policies, principles, and standards within enterprise and organisational contexts. * Ensure full lifecycle traceability of stakeholder requirements and simplify complexity for senior audiences. * Support business development activities including bid writing and presales engagement where required. * Manage trade-offs between stakeholder needs, constraints, and security outcomes across parallel workstreams. Skills & experience * Proven experience designing security architecture for complex IT systems and environments. * Strong ability to produce technical risk assessments and solution architecture documents. * Experience supporting clients through security requirement specification and definition. * Ability to communicate complex security concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Experience leading security workshops and engaging with senior business and technical stakeholders. * Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF and ArchiMate or similar. * CISSP, CISM, or another industry-recognised cybersecurity certification - essential. * Experience working across security engineering and assurance tasks on parallel projects and workstreams. The client would also like to see some of the below, but this is not essential: * Full Membership of the Chartered Institute of Information Security (CIISec). * Chartered or Principal status via the UK Cyber Security Council for Secure Systems Architecture. * NCSC Certified Cyber Professional in Security Architecture. * SABSA Chartered Security Architect qualification. * IEng or CEng registration with a UK Engineering body, or BCS Chartership. Additional benefits * Bonus scheme. * Car Allowance * Employee assistance programme. * Pension. * Medical Insurance. * Flexible benefits: childcare vouchers, flexi leave options, dental, travel insurance. Our client is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. Part-time opportunities/flexible working is available to suit individual needs. 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