Summary: The IT Cybersecurity Enterprise Architect is a senior technical leadership role focused on defining and maintaining the cybersecurity architecture for the client's IT landscape in Coventry, UK. This position requires integrating security into enterprise architecture, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing strategic guidance throughout project lifecycles. The architect will collaborate with various teams to embed security principles and standards effectively. The role demands extensive experience in cybersecurity architecture and a strong understanding of industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive cybersecurity architecture framework aligned with business strategy.
• Integrate security considerations into system design and development processes.
• Conduct security risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Define and maintain security standards, policies, and guidelines in compliance with UK regulations.
• Evaluate and recommend security technologies and solutions.
• Participate in architecture review boards and provide security guidance on projects.
• Communicate complex security concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Create and maintain security architecture documentation.
• Stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats and technologies.

Key Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, TOGAF with Security Architecture specialization).
• Extensive experience (typically 8+ years) in IT with a focus on cybersecurity architecture.
• Experience in defining and implementing security architectures for complex environments.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and frameworks.
• Proven experience with various security technologies and solutions.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements in the UK.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to produce clear technical documentation.
• Experience in the energy or utilities sector is advantageous.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Coventry

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: IT