Security Architect

Security Architect

Posted 1 week ago by Summer-Browning Associates

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Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
London, UK
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Summary: Summer-Browning Associates is seeking a Security Architect for a central government client on an initial 12-month contract, with potential for extension. The role requires a candidate with Gov security clearance and expertise in Security Architecture, particularly in high-threat environments. The position is hybrid, requiring three days per week in London.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead security architecture for large-scale cloud hosting in high-threat government environments.
  • Develop High-Level Security Architecture (HLD) with a secure-by-design approach.
  • Apply security controls to AI and machine learning components.
  • Implement secure DevOps practices, CI/CD controls, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) hardening.
  • Ensure compliance with cybersecurity frameworks and standards.

Key Skills:

  • Strong background in Security Architecture.
  • Experience with Azure and GCP cloud hosting.
  • Knowledge of identity management, device security, and data governance.
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework, ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT, SABSA, and TOGAF.
  • Industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GIAC are desirable.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Summer-Browning Associates are currently supporting our central government client, who is seeking a Security Architect. This position is for an initial 12-month contract assignment, with the possibility of extension.

Location: London (hybrid)

The ideal candidate will hold Gov security clearance and have a strong background in Security Architecture, along with the following skills and experience:

  • A solid understanding of High-Level Security Architecture (HLD) and a secure-by-design approach.
  • Experience leading security architecture for large-scale cloud hosting (specifically Azure and GCP) in high-threat government Tier 2/3 secure environments.
  • Extensive knowledge of security architecture, including identity management, device security, Workstation protection, cloud hosting, collaboration tools, networking, cryptography, operations, and data governance.
  • Strong understanding of secure DevOps practices, CI/CD controls, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) hardening.
  • Experience applying security controls to AI and machine learning components,
  • Demonstrable knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards, including the NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework, ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT, as well as SABSA and TOGAF. -
  • Preferred Qualifications: Industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GIAC are highly desirable.

NB: 3 days p/w in London and the successful applicant must be willing to undergo SC/DV level vetting.

To apply, please submit your latest CV for review.

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