Security Architect

Summary: The role of Security Architect involves joining the security team of a major organization in London on a hybrid basis, requiring three days on-site work. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge in areas such as IAM, AppSec, Cloud, Network Security, and DevSecOps. This position is contract-based, offering a competitive daily rate. The role demands strong technical skills and the ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Join the security team of a major organization.
• Utilize knowledge in IAM, AppSec, Cloud, Network Security, and DevSecOps.
• Engage in vulnerability management and SIEM/SOC integration.
• Communicate and manage stakeholders effectively.
• Challenge designs and provide pragmatic solutions.
• Work directly with senior leadership.
• Problem-solve with a hands-on mindset.
• Collaborate with global banks or financial institutions.

Key Skills:

• Strong knowledge of IAM tools such as Azure AD, Okta, and Ping.
• Experience with Cloud Security tools like Prisma, Defender, Wiz, and Lacework.
• Familiarity with vulnerability management tools such as Qualys, Tenable, and Snyk.
• Knowledge of SIEM/SOC integration (Splunk, Sentinel).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to challenge designs and provide pragmatic solutions.
• Comfortable working directly with senior leadership.
• Problem-solving skills with a hands-on mindset.
• Prior experience with global banks or financial institutions.
• Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, CCSP - preferred but not mandatory).

Salary (Rate): £750 per day

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Security Architect

London Central - Hybrid, 3 days on site

Contract - £700 - £750 per day (inside)

Our client is seeking an experienced Security Architect who will join the security team of a major organisation. You will have strong knowledge of at least 3 out of IAM, AppSec, Cloud, Network Security and DevSecOps.

Technical Skills & Competencies:

• IAM: Azure AD, Okta, Ping
• Cloud Security: Prisma, Defender, Wiz, Lacework
• Vulnerability Management: Qualys, Tenable, Snyk
• SIEM/SOC integration knowledge (Splunk, Sentinel):

Desirable:

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to challenge designs and provide pragmatic solutions
• Comfortable working directly with senior leadership
• Problem-solver with a hands-on mindset
• Prior experience working with global banks or financial institutions
• Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, CCSP - preferred but not mandatory)

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