Summary: The Security Architect role focuses on designing and evaluating security solutions for a large gas client, particularly in the Utilities sector. The position requires expertise in integrating security measures for both cloud and on-premises technologies, with an emphasis on compliance and risk reduction. Strong communication skills and a solid understanding of cybersecurity principles are essential for collaborating with various teams and stakeholders. The role is predominantly remote, with occasional on-site requirements in Warwick.

Key Responsibilities:

• Securely integrate new technology capabilities into business products and services, focusing on gas operations security.
• Define and document security architecture blueprints for new systems and applications, including threat modeling and risk assessments.
• Establish security standards, best practices, and design patterns for cloud, physical, and operational technologies.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate security controls into application design.
• Lead security architecture reviews and provide expert technical guidance on complex security challenges.
• Stay updated with the latest security threat assessment frameworks such as OWASP and MITRE ATT&CK.
• Assess security posture against industry regulations and compliance requirements.
• Identify and mitigate security risks associated with new technologies and initiatives.
• Perform security assessments to identify vulnerabilities.
• Communicate security risks and mitigation strategies to senior leadership.
• Advocate for security initiatives and build consensus across teams.

Key Skills:

• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, including authentication, authorization, encryption, network security, and application security.
• Experience in cloud security architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP) and associated security technologies.
• Proven experience designing and implementing security solutions for complex enterprise environments.
• Familiarity with ICS/SCADA/OT environments and architecture, along with industry-relevant standards such as NIST, CIS benchmarks, and CAF Framework.
• Excellent communication and writing skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Passion for understanding emerging technologies and articulating solutions effectively.
• Ability to foster strong working relationships and collaborate with diverse teams.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Warwick

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT