Solutions & Cyber Security Architect
Posted Today by Michael Page Technology
£650 Per day
Inside
Remote
City of London, UK
Summary: The Cyber Security Architect will ensure the technical soundness and cyber security of solutions in development, identifying gaps and assisting in remediation. This role involves providing architecture assurance, reviewing business requirements, and ensuring compliance with security standards. The position is within a medium-sized not-for-profit organization focused on delivering impactful technological change. The architect will also support planning for technology and cyber security roles necessary for project launch and ongoing operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide technical architecture assurance and guidance for the STL solution, ensuring it is secure, robust, and fit for purpose
- Review business requirements and solution design to ensure alignment with current and future capabilities
- Assess solution documentation covering interfaces, data, infrastructure, and dependencies
- Evaluate technologies and systems for feasibility, relevance, and risk
- Conduct business impact analysis, threat modelling, and security testing; support remediation actions
- Ensure compliance with Cyber Essentials, PCI-DSS, GDPR, and other relevant security standards
- Assure alignment with Government Functional Standard GovS 005: Digital, addressing gaps before handover
- Support planning of digital, technology, and cyber security roles required for launch and BAU
- Work with finance stakeholders to estimate technology and cyber security costs across delivery phases
- Assess third-party delivery models, resourcing approaches, and associated costs across the solution lifecycle
Key Skills:
- Degree in Computer Science (or equivalent experience) and enterprise architecture knowledge (eg TOGAF)
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft technologies (Azure, SharePoint, SQL) and core IT building blocks
- Cyber security qualifications (eg CISSP, CISM) and experience with Cyber Essentials Plus and PCI-DSS
- Understanding of GDPR and modern IT security tools and controls
- Proven experience designing and delivering secure, pragmatic technology solutions
- Strong grasp of SDLC and delivery methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Prince2)
- Experience delivering projects on time, within budget, and with clear business value
- Ability to work effectively with large suppliers and manage value for money
- Strong communication skills, able to translate complex technical concepts for diverse stakeholders
- Collaborative, risk-aware, and confident in guiding decision-making and resolving technical issues
- Passion for technology, cyber security best practice, and continuous learning
Salary (Rate): £650 daily
City: City of London
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
The Cyber Security Architect will play an important role, ensuring that the solution in development is technically sound and cyber secure, and fits with the target architecture. They will identify any gaps or concerns and assist in finding appropriate solutions. They will ensure that testing is planned and undertaken with sufficient rigour.
Client Details
The organisation operates within the not-for-profit sector, striving to deliver meaningful change through technology. It is a medium-sized organisation known for its commitment to innovation and excellence in its field.
Description
- Provide technical architecture assurance and guidance for the STL solution, ensuring it is secure, robust, and fit for purpose
- Review business requirements and solution design to ensure alignment with current and future capabilities
- Assess solution documentation covering interfaces, data, infrastructure, and dependencies
- Evaluate technologies and systems for feasibility, relevance, and risk
- Conduct business impact analysis, threat modelling, and security testing; support remediation actions
- Ensure compliance with Cyber Essentials, PCI-DSS, GDPR, and other relevant security standards
- Assure alignment with Government Functional Standard GovS 005: Digital, addressing gaps before handover
- Support planning of digital, technology, and cyber security roles required for launch and BAU
- Work with finance stakeholders to estimate technology and cyber security costs across delivery phases
- Assess third-party delivery models, resourcing approaches, and associated costs across the solution lifecycle
Profile
A successful Solutions & Cyber Security Architect should have:
- Degree in Computer Science (or equivalent experience) and enterprise architecture knowledge (eg TOGAF)
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft technologies (Azure, SharePoint, SQL) and core IT building blocks
- Cyber security qualifications (eg CISSP, CISM) and experience with Cyber Essentials Plus and PCI-DSS
- Understanding of GDPR and modern IT security tools and controls
- Proven experience designing and delivering secure, pragmatic technology solutions
- Strong grasp of SDLC and delivery methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Prince2)
- Experience delivering projects on time, within budget, and with clear business value
- Ability to work effectively with large suppliers and manage value for money
- Strong communication skills, able to translate complex technical concepts for diverse stakeholders
- Collaborative, risk-aware, and confident in guiding decision-making and resolving technical issues
- Passion for technology, cyber security best practice, and continuous learning
Job Offer
- Competitive daily rate between £600 and £650, depending on experience.
- Opportunity to work on meaningful projects within the not-for-profit sector.
- Temporary position which is largely remote but will minimal office presence in London and or Birmingham
- Chance to make a significant impact on the organisation's cyber security strategy.
If you are a skilled Solutions & Cyber Security Architect ready to take on an exciting role in London, we encourage you to apply tod