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# AI/ML Security Architect

- **Company:** Barclay Simpson
- **Location:** London, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £130,000.0 - £136,500.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention
- **Published:** November 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.barclaysimpson.com/job/jem-44831/cyber-security-delivery-lead/

## About the Role

You'll have a strong track record of delivering complex cyber security programmes within large enterprise environments and be comfortable engaging with both technical teams and senior stakeholders., * Proven experience delivering enterprise cyber security programmes and technical projects.

 * Strong knowledge across cloud security, endpoint security, IAM, vulnerability management, data protection and network security.
 * Experience translating strategic cyber security objectives into practical delivery plans.
 * Excellent programme and project management skills, including management of risks, budgets, dependencies and resources.
 * A proactive, delivery-focused mindset with the ability to remove blockers and drive programmes through to successful completion.
 * Outstanding stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
 * Experience managing third-party vendors and technology delivery partners.
 * A collaborative, pragmatic approach with strong commercial awareness.

Desirable Certifications

One or more of the following would be advantageous:

 * PRINCE2
 * PMP
 * Agile certifications
 * CISSP
 * CISM
 * Microsoft Azure Security
 * Knowledge of recognised security frameworks including NIST Cyber Security Framework (CSF), ISO 27001 and CIS Controls.

## Description

Programme Leadership & Governance

 * Lead the delivery of a comprehensive cyber security programme and roadmap aligned to business priorities and risk reduction objectives.
 * Maintain oversight of programme delivery, tracking milestones, dependencies, risks, resources and overall progress.
 * Drive collaboration across cyber security, IT, engineering and business teams to ensure successful delivery of strategic initiatives.
 * Establish and maintain effective programme governance, including integrated plans, RAID logs, roadmaps and decision registers.
 * Produce clear, executive-level reporting on programme status, risks, dependencies and key decisions for governance forums.

Technical Project Delivery

 * Deliver end-to-end cyber security projects covering areas such as:
 + Cloud Security
 + Endpoint Security
 + Identity & Access Management (IAM)
 + Vulnerability Management
 + Data Protection
 + Network Security
 + Enterprise Security Platforms
 * Translate security strategies into practical delivery plans and technical workstreams.
 * Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, resources and risks, ensuring successful delivery against agreed objectives.
 * Provide technical guidance where required, helping teams overcome implementation challenges and deliver scalable, sustainable solutions.
 * Coordinate cross-functional delivery across infrastructure, engineering, architecture, operations and external partners.
 * Ensure delivered solutions align with security policies, standards and architectural best practice.

Supplier & Vendor Management

 * Manage third-party suppliers and delivery partners to ensure successful delivery against agreed scope, timelines and quality standards.
 * Support supplier onboarding, Statements of Work (SoWs), milestones and acceptance criteria.
 * Monitor supplier performance and proactively manage delivery risks and dependencies.
 * Support budget management and provide visibility of supplier-led investment and delivery.