Principal Security Architect

Summary: The role of Principal Security Architect (Chartered) involves providing high-level security architecture support for a Central Government client on a 12-month contract. The position requires deep technical expertise in various security domains and the ability to manage stakeholders effectively. The role is based in London and operates in a hybrid working arrangement. Candidates must hold Chartered Security Architect status and be willing to undergo security clearance checks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical expertise across security architecture, infrastructure, cloud, identity, networks, and systems security.
• Apply knowledge of NCSC standards, risk management approaches, and architectural frameworks.
• Deliver solutions in classified and constrained systems within the UK public sector or regulated environments.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and influence at executive levels.
• Make decisions balancing delivery pressures with long-term security outcomes.

Key Skills:

• Deep technical expertise in security architecture and related fields.
• Strong knowledge of NCSC standards and risk management.
• Experience in UK public sector or regulated environments.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Chartered Security Architect status or equivalent senior-level qualifications.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT