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Security and compliance Architect
Posted 3 days ago by Oscar Associates (UK) Limited
Key ResponsibilitiesLead end-to-end security architecture across network, infrastructure, cloud and corporate environmen...
- Rate £680 per day
- Category Outside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location London; City of London; East London; Central London; South East London; West London; Canary Wharf; South West London; North London; Greenwich; Stratford
Security Architect - SC Cleared
Posted 3 days ago by Sanderson Government and Defence
About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Security Architect to join a specialist consultancy supporting the delivery...
- Rate £590 per day
- Category Inside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location London; City of London; East London; Central London; South East London; West London; Canary Wharf; South West London; North London; Greenwich; Stratford
Information Security Architect - CISSP - Banking
Posted 3 days ago by Rothstein Recruitment Ltd
An exciting opportunity opens for an Information Security Architect to join an international Bank as they embark on thei...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Not specified
- Work type Not specified
- Location London
Cyber Security Architect
Posted 3 days ago by ECS
Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop cyber security architecturesDefine security controls, standards and principlesAss...
- Rate £550 per day
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location London; City of London; East London; Central London; South East London; West London; Canary Wharf; South West London; North London; Greenwich; Stratford
Security & Compliance Architect
Posted 3 days ago by Networking People (UK) Limited
The RoleUrgent requirement for an experienced Security Architect to work on a major security infrastructure programme.Yo...
- Rate £680 per day
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location UK; London; Birmingham; Manchester; Glasgow; Liverpool; Leeds; Edinburgh; Bristol; Cardiff; Nottingham
Security Architect - £800 p/d
Posted 4 days ago by Anson Mccade
Role Overview: 4 MONTH CONTRACT - £800 P/DJob Title: Security ArchitectDepartment: SecurityPurposeTo design, review, and...
- Rate £800 per day
- Category Not specified
- Work type Not specified
- Location UK; London; Birmingham; Manchester; Glasgow; Liverpool; Leeds; Edinburgh; Bristol; Cardiff; Nottingham
Identity Security Architect
Posted 4 days ago by Circle Group
Role: Identity Security ArchitectSalary/Rate: c£450 - £550 (flex) per day inside IR35 or FTC c£90kLocation: Mainly remot...
- Rate £550 per day
- Category Inside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location London; City of London; East London; Central London; South East London; West London; Canary Wharf; South West London; North London; Greenwich; Stratford
Cyber Security Architect - 6 month contract
Posted 4 days ago by Circle Group
Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and assure secure network, perimeter and hybrid-cloud architectures.Define security approache...
- Rate £650 per day
- Category Inside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location London; City of London; East London; Central London; South East London; West London; Canary Wharf; South West London; North London; Greenwich; Stratford
Security Solution Architect
Posted 1 week ago by Morson Edge
Role OverviewThe Senior Security Solutions Architect is a tactical, results-driven role responsible for addressing speci...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Onsite
- Location London; City of London; East London; Central London; South East London; West London; Canary Wharf; South West London; North London; Greenwich; Stratford
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About Our Security Architect Contract Roles in London
What does a security architect contractor do?
Security Architect contractors are engaged to design and govern the security architecture of complex technology environments, ensuring that security is embedded into the design of systems, applications, networks, and cloud infrastructure rather than added as an afterthought. The work involves developing security reference architectures, reviewing and approving the security design of major programmes and system changes, defining security standards and patterns, conducting threat modelling using frameworks such as STRIDE or PASTA, advising on the selection and implementation of security controls, and providing expert security guidance to technology and business leadership. Security Architects are brought in when organisations are undertaking major technology transformation programmes, when a security architecture capability needs to be established or strengthened, or when a specific system or programme requires dedicated security architectural expertise.
Security Architect contractors are expected to have both broad security domain knowledge and the technical depth to engage credibly across network security, identity and access management, application security, cloud security, and data security. Experience developing security architectures using established frameworks including SABSA, TOGAF with security extensions, or NIST CSF is expected at senior level. Deep knowledge of zero-trust architecture principles, cloud-native security design on AWS, Azure, or GCP, and the security implications of microservices, API-first, and container-based application architectures is widely expected as organisations modernise their technology estates. CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or equivalent security architecture certifications are well regarded and frequently required for senior Security Architect contract roles, particularly in financial services and government where formal qualification requirements are common.
What is the market like for security architect contractors?
Contract Security Architect work sits within a high-value specialist market within the cybersecurity contractor ecosystem, driven by the growing recognition that security architecture is a strategic design discipline rather than a compliance checkbox, and the shortage of architects who can combine security expertise with the breadth of technology knowledge needed to design security across complex hybrid and cloud environments. Financial services, central government, healthcare, and critical national infrastructure organisations are the most consistent buyers. The zero-trust architecture trend is creating particularly strong demand for Security Architects who can design and govern the identity, network, and endpoint security controls that implement zero-trust principles at enterprise scale. Rates are at the premium end of the cybersecurity contracting market, reflecting the seniority, breadth, and strategic impact of the role.
What is the contracting market like in London?
London dominates the UK contractor market by volume, depth, and rate levels. The capital concentrates the headquarters and major offices of most FTSE 100 companies, the largest global banks, the Big Four professional services firms, and the central government departments that collectively generate the majority of UK contract demand. Every contracting discipline covered on this site has active demand in London, from niche specialisms like threat intelligence and LLM engineering through to high-volume disciplines like project management and business analysis. The sheer density of employers means contractors in London typically have more choice of engagement at any given time than anywhere else in the UK. Day rates carry a premium of 15 to 25 per cent over the national average across most disciplines, reflecting both the concentration of complex, high-value programmes and the cost of operating in the capital.
How much do security architect contractors usually earn in London?
Contract rates for security architect roles in London typically range from £715 to £1210 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many security architect vacancies in London are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 200 security architect contract roles across the site, with London accounting for roughly one in three of those. Data reviewed up to July 2026.