Security Architect

Security Architect

Posted Today by 1771318526

£750 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
London - 3 days per week

Summary: The Security Architect role involves joining the security team of a major organization in London, requiring expertise in various security domains such as IAM, AppSec, Cloud, Network Security, and DevSecOps. The position is hybrid, with three days on-site work expected. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and experience in stakeholder management, particularly within the financial sector.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Join the security team of a major organization.
  • Utilize knowledge in IAM, AppSec, Cloud, Network Security, and DevSecOps.
  • Engage in stakeholder management and communication.
  • Challenge designs and provide pragmatic security solutions.
  • Work directly with senior leadership.
  • Manage vulnerability assessments and security integrations.

Key Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of IAM technologies (Azure AD, Okta, Ping).
  • Experience with Cloud Security tools (Prisma, Defender, Wiz, Lacework).
  • Familiarity with Vulnerability Management tools (Qualys, Tenable, Snyk).
  • Knowledge of SIEM/SOC integration (Splunk, Sentinel).
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Problem-solving abilities with a hands-on mindset.
  • Prior experience in global banks or financial institutions.
  • Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, CCSP preferred).

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)