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# Security Architect

- **Company:** PA Consulting
- **Location:** Bristol, UK
- **Salary:** £52,000.0 - £92,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Cyber Security, Sherwood Applied Business Security Architecture, Systems Architecture, Togaf, SC Clearance, Asynchronous Programming
- **Published:** September 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5899589954

## About the Role

* We have a solid foundation in information security.
 * We hold relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, IISP/CCP, TOGAF, or SABSA.
 * We have experience delivering security solutions for large-scale infrastructure or integration projects.
 * We thrive in problem-solving and analytical thinking.
 * We enjoy collaborating with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
 * For some UK roles, we meet the required UK security clearance and residency requirements.

## Description

* We define end-to-end security architecture and deliver solutions for projects or programs, including conceptual, logical, and implementation architecture views.
 * We design secure system architectures using patterns and principles to manage business and security risks.
 * We review and enhance clients current security measures by applying innovative security architecture solutions.
 * We work to agile best practices and collaborate cross-functionally with multiple teams and stakeholders.
 * We use our technical skills to solve problems with clients and contribute to internal projects.
 * We participate in live in-person whiteboarding sessions and asynchronous communication to solve problems as a team.


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