SC Cleared Security Architect

Summary: The Met Office is seeking a Security Architect for a 6-month contract based in Exeter, focusing on designing and implementing security solutions to protect digital services. This role involves collaboration with various teams to enhance the organization's cyber security posture and support the deployment of a Network Detection and Response solution. The position requires expertise in risk management and the ability to lead teams in adopting best practices in cyber security. The role is classified as inside IR35, indicating specific tax implications for contractors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement enterprise security solutions for on-premises and cloud-based systems.
• Assess and improve security postures to address evolving cyber threats.
• Develop security solutions for protecting, detecting, responding to, and recovering from cyber incidents.
• Lead and coach teams on cyber security practices and foster a culture of collaboration.
• Assess risks related to proposed changes and recommend appropriate security controls.

Key Skills:

• Experience in designing and delivering technical designs using standardized control frameworks (e.g., 27001/2).
• Ability to develop and communicate security concepts and manage security risks.
• Experience in effectively communicating security and risk to stakeholders.
• Ability to lead and coach personnel on cyber security best practices.
• Knowledge of industry security solutions including network detection and response and vulnerability management.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Exeter

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT