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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Security Architect - **Company:** Anson McCade - **Location:** London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £65,000.0 - £100,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Domain Name System Security Extensions, Identity and Access Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Network Security, Routing, Ping (Networking Utility), Azure Active Directory, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Information and Event Management, Systems Integration, Wide Area Networks, Okta, Firewalls (Computer Science) - **Published:** September 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/security-architect/anson-mccade-job108027868 ## About the Role * 5+ years' experience in cybersecurity architecture or senior security engineering roles. * Strong hands-on experience with Zscaler or similar Zero Trust/SASE technologies. * Experience with ZIA, ZPA, ZDX, Client Connector, App Connectors, CASB, DLP or Cloud Firewall. * Strong understanding of Zero Trust, NIST 800-207, SASE and SSE. * Good knowledge of IAM, including Entra ID/Azure AD, Okta or Ping. * Understanding of modern network security, including SD-WAN, DNS security and routing. * Experience with endpoint security and EDR/XDR technologies. * Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. * Experience working in large, complex enterprise environments., Security Clearance: Due to the nature of the client work, you will need to be willing to undergo security clearance. You will require 5+ years of UK address history at the point of application. If you're a Zero Trust or security architect looking for a role where you can combine hands-on technical delivery, architecture and strategic security leadership, we'd be keen to hear from you. ## Description Travel: Ad-hoc travel to client sites as required Who you'll be working with A leading global professional services organisation is looking for an experienced Zero Trust Security Architect to join its growing cybersecurity team. This is a Manager-level opportunity where you'll work with enterprise clients to design and deliver modern Zero Trust security architectures, helping organisations move away from traditional VPN, proxy and perimeter-based security models. What you'll be doing * Designing and implementing enterprise-scale Zero Trust security architectures across users, devices, applications and data. * Developing security blueprints and reference architectures aligned to Zero Trust, NIST 800-207, SASE and SSE principles. * Working hands-on with technologies such as Zscaler ZIA, ZPA, ZDX and Client Connector. * Designing secure access solutions using SSO, MFA, device posture and least-privilege principles. * Integrating Zero Trust platforms with identity providers such as Entra ID, Okta or Ping, alongside SIEM/SOAR and endpoint security platforms. * Supporting the migration of legacy VPN, proxy and firewall solutions towards modern cloud-native security models. * Leading proof-of-concepts, technical validation and security architecture assessments. * Providing architectural governance, threat modelling and security guidance across client projects. * Working with senior stakeholders to shape Zero Trust strategies and long-term security roadmaps. * Providing technical leadership and mentoring to security and networking teams. ## Related Videos - [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) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [You can’t hack what you can’t see](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/41-you-can-t-hack-what-you-can-t-see) - [A Technical Introduction to Bitcoin's 2nd Layer- The Lightning Network](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/15-a-technical-introduction-to-bitcoin-s-2nd-layer-the-lightning-network) - [Trust Issues: Because Zero-Trust Isn’t Optional Anymore](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100089-trust-issues-because-zero-trust-isn-t-optional-anymore) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) ## Related Articles - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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