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# Lead Security Architect - AI & Data

- **Company:** Bupa
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Clinical Data Repository, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Data Security, Machine Learning, Open Web Application Security, OpenAI, Cloud Services, Sherwood Applied Business Security Architecture, Systems Integration, Large Language Models, Multi-Agent Systems, Generative AI, Agentic-AI, Togaf, National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework, AI Platforms
- **Published:** October 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://bupa.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/EXT_CAREER/job/London/Lead-Security-Architect----AI---Data_R1227770-1

## About the Role

We're looking for an experienced security professional who combines deep technical expertise with strong stakeholder engagement skills., * Significant experience in security architecture, cyber security consulting or enterprise security leadership roles.

 * Strong experience securing AI, machine learning and cloud-based services.
 * Expert knowledge of Microsoft Azure, Azure OpenAI, AI Foundry and cloud security principles.
 * Experience leading threat modelling, security architecture reviews and control design activities.
 * Strong knowledge of security frameworks including NIST CSF, NIST AI RMF, ISO 27001, ISO 42001 and OWASP AI security guidance.
 * Experience working within highly regulated environments such as healthcare, financial services or government.
 * Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts in a clear and engaging way.
 * Experience influencing senior stakeholders and supporting strategic decision making.
 * Knowledge of UK GDPR and data protection requirements.

It's a bonus if you also have:

 * CISSP, CISM, CCSP, SABSA or TOGAF certifications.
 * Microsoft AI or AI security certifications.
 * Experience securing generative AI, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) solutions or AI agents.

## Description

AI is transforming healthcare. It creates exciting opportunities to improve experiences, support colleagues and enhance services for customers. As our Lead AI & Data Security Architect, you'll play a critical role in making sure we embrace these technologies safely and responsibly.

This is a unique opportunity to shape how AI is used across a global healthcare organisation. You'll define security standards, guide responsible AI adoption and help protect sensitive personal and clinical data. Working with senior leaders, architects, engineers and clinical stakeholders, you'll balance innovation with strong security practices to help us deliver better health outcomes whilst maintaining trust.

If you're passionate about AI, security architecture and responsible innovation, we'd love to hear from you., As our Lead AI & Data Security Architect, you'll:

 * Define secure AI adoption patterns and security standards across Bupa.
 * Lead threat modelling and security reviews for AI-enabled solutions, including large language models (LLMs), generative AI tools and autonomous agents.
 * Develop governance frameworks, security controls and assurance processes that support safe AI adoption.
 * Set security requirements for AI platforms, APIs, integrations and cloud-based AI services.
 * Identify and help manage risks associated with unauthorised or unsanctioned AI usage.
 * Provide expert guidance on AI security, architecture decisions and emerging threats.
 * Partner with technology, data, legal, clinical and risk teams to embed security into AI initiatives.
 * Present security recommendations and risk assessments to senior stakeholders and executive audiences.
 * Assess AI suppliers and third-party solutions from a security and data protection perspective.
 * Contribute to security standards, reference architectures and continuous improvement activities across the wider technology function.
 * Support awareness, education and a strong security culture around responsible AI use.