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# Security Architect

- **Company:** Cognizant
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software System Penetration Testing, Cloud Computing, Information Technology Consulting, Data Sharing, Systems Integration, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815049331-security-architect

## About the Role

* Proven experience in security assurance, risk management, or cybersecurity roles.
 * Strong understanding of NCSC guidance, Client's security policies, and government security frameworks.
 * Experience with penetration testing, IT health checks, and secure design principles.
 * Excellent documentation and presentation skills.
 * Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
 * Security clearance (or eligibility) may be required.

## Description

Overview

This is an excellent opportunity for Security Architect professionals to be part of leading-edge technology projects. Cognizant's Cloud, Infrastructure & Security Services Practice provides end-to-end solutions covering architecture, design, implementation, management, and on-going support across the entire enterprise technology infrastructure. Our services include a spectrum of management, consulting, and systems integration services to help our clients maximize value in their infrastructure resources, while optimizing infrastructure performance and cost.

Responsibilities

 * Develop secure design documents for digital services and OGD processes.
 * Ensure alignment with Client's Security Policies, Patterns, and NCSC guidance.
 * Produce scoping documents and risk treatment plans for Penetration Tests and IT Health Checks (ITHC).
 * Conduct security assurance assessments and engage with external ITHC providers.
 * Document and assure technical changes to mitigate identified risks.
 * Create asset and control-based risk assessments for digital services and OGD interactions.
 * Provide assurance assessments and implementation recommendations.
 * Prepare and present materials for governance approval of digital solutions.
 * Ensure all documentation meets required standards and is signed off by the programme.
 * Work with security authorities in OGDs and third-party suppliers to obtain necessary assurances.
 * Support data sharing activities by providing outcome conclusions and risk-based recommendations.
 * All specified documents are delivered to the required standard and within agreed timelines.
 * Formal sign-off is obtained from the programme for all deliverables.
 * ITHC suppliers are appropriately vetted and engaged.
 * Clear recommendations are provided for data sharing decisions.

Required Skills & Experience

 * Proven experience in security assurance, risk management, or cybersecurity roles.
 * Strong understanding of NCSC guidance, Client's security policies, and government security frameworks.
 * Experience with penetration testing, IT health checks, and secure design principles.
 * Excellent documentation and presentation skills.
 * Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
 * Security clearance (or eligibility) may be required.

Cognizant is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome all applications regardless of race, colour, gender, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, disability, age, sexual orientation, political opinions, or trade union membership.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Information Technology

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting


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