Cyber Security Architect

Cyber Security Architect

Posted 1 week ago by Searchability NS&D

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£102 Per hour
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Greater Bristol Area, United Kingdom
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Cloud Computing Cloud Technology Cyber Security Security Clearance Security Information And Event Management (SIEM) Solution Design Stakeholder Engagement Stakeholder Management

Summary: The Lead SOC Architect role involves designing and delivering a high-level Security Operations Centre (SOC) solution for a complex, multi-vendor cloud-based implementation. The position requires extensive experience in SOC services, particularly within high-threat environments such as UK Defence or Central Government. The role includes evaluating security tools and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure compliance with risk requirements. Candidates must hold an active MOD SC clearance due to the nature of the work.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design and delivery of a high-level SOC and associated tooling (e.g. SIEM solutions).
  • Evaluate and select appropriate security tools to meet the organisation’s SOC requirements.
  • Develop high-level designs for security infrastructure to support SOC operations, enabling effective monitoring, detection, analysis, and response to cyber threats.
  • Apply industry best practice in SOC solution design.
  • Collaborate with senior stakeholders to ensure SOC solutions align with organisational risk and compliance requirements.

Key Skills:

  • Proven experience in SOC service and solution design.
  • Background in organisations with heightened threat response requirements (e.g. Defence, Government, CNI).
  • Strong understanding of security tooling evaluation and selection (e.g. SIEM, monitoring, detection).
  • Familiarity with SOC frameworks, policies, and processes including: Essential: NIST, NCSC SOC Guidance, NCSC CAF (CNI). Desirable: MoD JSP 440, JSP 503, JSP 45.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence at senior levels.

Salary (Rate): £102.00/hr

City: Bristol

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

LEAD SOC ARCHITECT - CONTRACT

Up to £760pd via Umbrella

Initial contract until 13th November 2025

Hybrid working – 2 days a week on-site in Bristol

Due to time constraints applicants must have an active MOD SC

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced Lead SOC Architect to drive the design and delivery of a high-level SOC solution, including tooling and infrastructure, for a complex, multi-vendor cloud-based back-office implementation. This role will suit a seasoned security architect with a proven track record in developing SOC services in high-threat environments such as UK Defence, Central Government, or other critical national infrastructure organisations.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

  • Lead the design and delivery of a high-level SOC and associated tooling (e.g. SIEM solutions).
  • Evaluate and select appropriate security tools to meet the organisation’s SOC requirements.
  • Develop high-level designs for security infrastructure to support SOC operations, enabling effective monitoring, detection, analysis, and response to cyber threats.
  • Apply industry best practice in SOC solution design.
  • Collaborate with senior stakeholders to ensure SOC solutions align with organisational risk and compliance requirements.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

  • Proven experience in SOC service and solution design.
  • Background in organisations with heightened threat response requirements (e.g. Defence, Government, CNI).
  • Strong understanding of security tooling evaluation and selection (e.g. SIEM, monitoring, detection).
  • Familiarity with SOC frameworks, policies, and processes including: Essential: NIST, NCSC SOC Guidance, NCSC CAF (CNI). Desirable: MoD JSP 440, JSP 503, JSP 45.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence at senior levels.

TO BE CONSIDERED

Please apply via this advert or contact me directly at ryan.baker@searchability.com. For further details, call 0203 854 0120. By applying, you consent to your application being processed and submitted to our client for consideration in conjunction with this vacancy only.

KEY SKILLS

  • Lead SOC Architect | Security Operations Centre | SOC Design | SIEM | NIST | NCSC SOC Guidance | NCSC CAF | JSP 440 | JSP 503 | JSP 45 | Cyber Security | Defence | Government | Cloud Security
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