Enterprise Security Architect
Posted 1 week ago by DataCareers
£750 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
Andover, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Enterprise Security Architect role is a contract position focused on shaping and securing large-scale enterprise systems within a complex defence environment. The architect will design and assure security architecture across various programmes, ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance with security frameworks. This position requires active SC clearance and involves regular onsite work in Hampshire, with a primarily remote working arrangement. The role is ideal for candidates with proven experience in enterprise architecture and security frameworks, particularly within secure environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and assure security architecture across a range of programmes.
- Ensure systems are aligned with business objectives and compliant with security frameworks.
- Assess, design, and govern architectural security controls across enterprise systems.
- Engage with stakeholders, including business, security, and technical teams.
Key Skills:
- Proven experience in enterprise architecture within secure, complex environments.
- In-depth understanding of security frameworks and architecture methodologies.
- SABSA certification is a strict requirement.
- Experience using Sparx Enterprise Architect (EA) or equivalent modelling tools.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills.
- Familiarity with NIST, ISO 27001, or other recognised security standards.
- TOGAF or similar architecture certifications (in addition to SABSA) is desirable.
Salary (Rate): £750.00/daily
City: Andover
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Enterprise Security Architect - Defence (Contract)
Location: Hybrid - Remote with regular onsite work in Hampshire
Rate: Up to £750 per day (Inside IR35)
Clearance: SC Clearance required
We are seeking an experienced Enterprise Security Architect for a contract engagement with a leading defence organisation. This role will play a critical part in shaping and securing large-scale enterprise systems within a complex defence environment. You'll be responsible for designing and assuring security architecture across a range of programmes, ensuring that systems are aligned with business objectives, compliant with security frameworks, and resilient against evolving threats.
Key Details:
- Daily rate: up to £750 (inside IR35)
- Duration: Initial 6-month contract with extension potential
- Location: Primarily remote, with regular onsite presence in Hampshire
- Security Clearance: Active SC clearance is essential
Essential Requirements:
- Proven experience in enterprise architecture within secure, complex environments
- In-depth understanding of security frameworks and architecture methodologies
- SABSA certification is a strict requirement
- Experience using Sparx Enterprise Architect (EA) or equivalent modelling tools
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including working with business, security, and technical teams
- Ability to assess, design, and govern architectural security controls across enterprise systems
Desirable:
- Experience working with defence or national security organisations
- Familiarity with NIST, ISO 27001, or other recognised security standards
- TOGAF or similar architecture certifications (in addition to SABSA)
This is a high-impact role for someone looking to work at the intersection of security, strategy, and national defence. Apply now if you meet the criteria and are ready to start a challenging and rewarding project.