Lead Security & Operations Architect

We are looking for an experienced Security Architect with a strong background in operational resilience, cloud security and security operations architecture to lead security-by-design and operational readiness across a complex technology environment., * Significant experience as a Security Architect, Security Operations Architect or similar senior technical leadership role

• Strong experience designing security controls across complex cloud and enterprise environments
• Expertise in security architecture, identity and access management, network security, API security and data protection
• Practical experience with SIEM/XDR/MDR integration, security monitoring, incident response and vulnerability management
• Strong understanding of operational resilience, service readiness, observability and disaster recovery
• Experience with Microsoft Azure security and operations, including Entra ID, Azure Policy, networking, logging and monitoring
• Proven experience leading architecture reviews and working across multiple suppliers and technical teams
• Experience in business-critical, regulated or complex enterprise environments

Desirable experience:

• Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Sentinel and Azure Monitor
• CrowdStrike or similar EDR/XDR platforms
• ServiceNow ITSM or Security Operations
• Kubernetes/AKS, API Management and Azure landing zones
• Knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Controls or MITRE ATT&CK

Candidates must hold Valid EU or UK passport.

Realtime is exclusively working with a leading organisation on an exciting greenfield project that will impact millions of UK households.