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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Security Architect - CISSP - Banking - **Company:** Rothstein Recruitment - **Location:** Greater London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cyber Security, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815188398-lead-security-architect-cissp-banking ## About the Role Excellent opportunity for an experienced Lead Security Solutions Architect with strong, current technical knowledge (CISSP) and excellent interpersonal skills to join a leading retail and corporate bank as they modernise the technology and core banking systems., * Information Security - Solid, practical and demonstrable experience of information security (technical and non technical aspects) * Technology Change - Demonstrable experience of supporting technology change initiatives to deliver solutions securely * You are a confident leader, able to set the tone and direction for a diverse team of subject matter experts, offering coaching and support as required * You are a skilled communicator, able to convey complex security issues to a wide audience, including non-technical colleagues. * You love building strong interpersonal relationships across engineering, product, compliance, and business teams to foster a culture of shared security ownership. * You are great at identifying information security risks and you enjoy finding creative solutions problems. * You have a wide range of information security knowledge and, crucially, you are aware of your own knowledge gaps and able to seek support and guidance as required. * You understand the intersection of Risk Management and Information Security and how these relate to each other in a Financial Service business 3LoD model. * Hold or have the capability to attain appropriate external qualifications, such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional CISSP. * Privacy - You don't need to be a privacy expert but you will require a good understanding of core privacy concepts and how these apply to technology change initiatives * Line Management- Previous experience leading and managing teams * Financial Services - Experience working in FS or other highly regulate industry * Intra-Group - Experience working in a intra-group outsourcing arrangement ## Description Overview Lead Security Architect - CISSP - Banking Excellent opportunity for an experienced Lead Security Solutions Architect with strong, current technical knowledge (CISSP) and excellent interpersonal skills to join a leading retail and corporate bank as they modernise the technology and core banking systems. 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