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# Senior Security Architect

- **Company:** Hackajob Ltd
- **Location:** Leeds, United Kingdom
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £90,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Applications Architecture, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Identity and Access Management, Network Security, Open Web Application Security, Cloud Services, Web Application Security, Software Engineering, TCP/IP, IT Architecture, User Administration
- **Published:** November 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5961624735

## About the Role

* Expertise in leading the secure design of new cloud services and solutions in line with defined security strategies.
 * Expertise in identifying security issues in existing system designs, including recommending sensible mitigations that balance cost, risk and usability.
 * Knowledge of security standards and regulations, including NCSC, ISO, SoC, NIST, PCI, and GDPR.
 * Experience in one of the following specialisms: AI/ML, Data, Cloud, M365, or Security Architecture.
 * Experience in application architecture, software development, and/or infrastructure architecture.
 * Industry experience in one of the following sectors: Public, Healthcare, Defence, or Commercial.
 * Experience in testing the security of software and infrastructure using appropriate security tools.
 * Experience with Continuous Security, Continuous Integration, and Continuous Delivery techniques.
 * Experience of network security, web application security, and cryptographic controls.
 * Demonstrated ability in managing, mentoring, and coaching members of a team and wider community.
 * Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey security complexities to audiences of various technical abilities.
 * Desirable: experience of identity management and authentication/authorisation products and patterns.
 * Desirable: experience in at least one industry vertical.
 * Desirable: involvement across the full security lifecycle, including governance, risk and compliance, operational security, supply chain security, and secure user management.
 * Desirable: active participation in knowledge sharing activities within the team, wider capability level, and externally where appropriate.
 * Desirable: penetration specialist certifications.

## Description

* We are responsible for the design and application of industry-leading security practices in the platforms and services we build for our customers.
 * We work with Agile delivery teams to ensure they follow good security practices throughout the software development journey.
 * We learn about and apply new technologies and approaches, supported by talented colleagues who help us develop and grow.
 * We share knowledge and help educate people on good security practices, including customers and Kainos team members.
 * We manage, coach, and develop a small number of staff, with a focus on employee performance and career development.
 * We provide direction and leadership for our team as we solve challenging problems together.

Technologies:

 * AI
 * Cloud
 * Network
 * Security
 * Web
 * Architect
 * Support
 * OWASP
 * TCP/IP