Summary: The Security Architect role at a leading global law firm involves joining the Information Security team on a 6-month contract to enhance the firm's security architecture during its cloud transformation. The position requires extensive experience in security architecture, particularly with Azure, and focuses on threat modeling, risk management, and collaboration with Solution Architects. The role offers a competitive day rate and the opportunity to work on high-profile projects in a hybrid working environment. Immediate start is available for qualified candidates.

Key Responsibilities:

• Shape and define security architecture for Azure cloud and on-premise environments.
• Perform threat modelling to identify and mitigate security risks across applications.
• Configure and maintain Irius Risk to strengthen risk management strategies.
• Collaborate with Solution Architects to ensure robust security designs.
• Develop security controls that align with NIST and CIS benchmarks.
• Lead security testing, including penetration tests and Red Teaming.

Key Skills:

• 7+ years in Information Security, with 4+ years in security architecture.
• Azure Security certification (eg, Azure Security Engineer Associate).
• Hands-on experience with threat modelling and Irius Risk.
• Deep understanding of NIST frameworks, CIS controls, and MITRE ATT&CK.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Salary (Rate): £800

City: London

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: IT