Security Architect

Security Architect

Posted Today by CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler

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£515 Per day
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Application Portfolio Management Artificial Intelligence Cloud Computing Cloud Technology Cyber Security Cyber Security Strategy Enterprise Architecture Enterprise Security Input/Output Investments Management Operational Technology (OT) Security Portfolio Management Security Strategies Stakeholder Engagement Stakeholder Management Thought Leadership

Summary: The Security Architect role is a strategic position focused on defining and governing enterprise-wide cyber security architecture across various domains, including IT, cloud, and operational technology. The successful candidate will align security architecture with business objectives and provide architectural guidance rather than engage in hands-on delivery. This role requires strong stakeholder engagement and the ability to influence design decisions within the organization. The position is remote and has a duration of 6 months.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Shape and evolve cyber security strategy and domain-specific sub-strategies (e.g. AI, identity, OT security, micro-segmentation)
  • Provide expert guidance to programmes and stakeholders on security and technology decisions
  • Contribute to governance forums, including AI and digital strategy discussions
  • Define and maintain cyber security reference architectures, standards, and design patterns
  • Ensure alignment across cloud, enterprise IT, and OT environments
  • Oversee application portfolio management and security architecture governance
  • Act as a security authority within design and investment boards
  • Provide risk-based architectural assessments and trade-off decisions
  • Ensure solutions align with enterprise standards and risk appetite
  • Lead cyber security input into the wider Enterprise Architecture function
  • Contribute to EA governance, forums, and thought leadership (e.g. white papers)
  • Collaborate with internal teams across IT, OT, and business domains
  • Engage with strategic vendors and advisory partners to inform roadmap decisions
  • Support cyber awareness initiatives and internal communities
  • Mentor and contribute to organisational security culture and best practices

Key Skills:

  • Proven experience as a Security Architect or Enterprise Security Architect
  • Strong background in enterprise, cloud, and OT security architecture
  • Experience operating within governance frameworks and design authorities
  • Ability to translate business risk into architectural direction
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills

Salary (Rate): £515/day

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Job Title: Security Architect

Location: Remote

Duration: 6 Months

Rate: £515/day (Inside IR35)

Clearance: Eligible for BPSS

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Security Architect to define, govern, and assure enterprise-wide cyber security architecture across IT, cloud, OT, and emerging technology domains. Acting as a strategic design authority, you will align security architecture with business objectives, cyber strategy, and enterprise architecture principles. This is a strategic, non-operational role focused on influencing design, setting direction, and providing architectural guidance rather than hands-on delivery or BAU security operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Security Strategy & Advisory
  • Shape and evolve cyber security strategy and domain-specific sub-strategies (e.g. AI, identity, OT security, micro-segmentation)
  • Provide expert guidance to programmes and stakeholders on security and technology decisions
  • Contribute to governance forums, including AI and digital strategy discussions
  • Architecture & Standards
  • Define and maintain cyber security reference architectures, standards, and design patterns
  • Ensure alignment across cloud, enterprise IT, and OT environments
  • Oversee application portfolio management and security architecture governance
  • Design Governance & Risk
  • Act as a security authority within design and investment boards
  • Provide risk-based architectural assessments and trade-off decisions
  • Ensure solutions align with enterprise standards and risk appetite
  • Enterprise Architecture Leadership
  • Lead cyber security input into the wider Enterprise Architecture function
  • Contribute to EA governance, forums, and thought leadership (e.g. white papers)
  • Stakeholder & Vendor Engagement
  • Collaborate with internal teams across IT, OT, and business domains
  • Engage with strategic vendors and advisory partners to inform roadmap decisions
  • Community & Leadership
  • Support cyber awareness initiatives and internal communities
  • Mentor and contribute to organisational security culture and best practices

Key Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience as a Security Architect or Enterprise Security Architect
  • Strong background in enterprise, cloud, and OT security architecture
  • Experience operating within governance frameworks and design authorities
  • Ability to translate business risk into architectural direction
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills

If this role is of interest, apply now or email your CV to me at (url removed)

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