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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Managing Security Architect - **Company:** Sopra Steria Limited - **Location:** London, UK (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £80,000.0 - £90,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Software as a Service, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Data Security, Identity and Access Management, Sherwood Applied Business Security Architecture, Togaf, SC Clearance - **Published:** September 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/managing-security-architect/57353722 ## About the Role * Proven experience leading large-scale Security Architecture initiatives. * Strong knowledge of frameworks such as TOGAF, SABSA, NCSC Cloud Security and related industry standards. * Experience working within regulated environments and frameworks such as GDPR and DORA. * The ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business outcomes. * Exceptional stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills. * Industry certifications such as CISSP, CCSP/CCSK, TOGAF or SABSA. Desirable Experience: * Cloud Security Reference Architectures and SaaS security models. * NIST CSF and NIST 800-53 controls. * Ethical hacking or offensive security qualifications. * Expertise in domains such as IAM, Infrastructure Security, Data Security, or Cloud Security. * Financial Services sector experience., * SaaS * SABSA * GDPR * NCSC * DORA * CISSP & Related Security Certifications * Cloud Security * Security Architecture * Stakeholder & Contractor Management * TOGAF Architecture Framework ## Description Shape the future of cyber security. Protect what matters most. This is more than an architecture role. It's an opportunity to shape security strategy for major organisations, influence critical business decisions, and work at the forefront of cyber security innovation. If you're passionate about reducing risk, improving resilience, and delivering secure digital transformation at scale, we'd love to hear from you. Are you a seasoned Security Architect ready to influence enterprise-scale transformation? This is your chance to lead from the front, helping clients tackle complex cyber challenges while embedding security into the heart of business-critical solutions. As a Managing Security Architect, you'll champion secure-by-design principles, working with senior stakeholders, architects, and delivery teams to ensure security is built in from day one, not bolted on later. You'll combine strategic thinking with hands-on leadership, designing security architectures that protect against evolving threats while enabling innovation and growth. Hybrid: 2 days in Stratford, East London. 3 days home based. You do need to hold, or be eligible for, SC Clearance. 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