Security Architect

Salary: £? - ? per year

Requirements

• Extensive experience working as a Security Architect within enterprise or government environments
• Strong background in cloud security planning
• Strong background in cloud security architecture
• Strong background in managed cloud security services
• Strong background in cloud security assessment
• Strong background in cloud infrastructure security
• Proven ability to operate as an SME and influence senior stakeholders
• Experience designing and implementing security controls in cloud environments
• Strong understanding of security governance, risk, and compliance
• Excellent communication and advisory skills
• Experience working across complex multi-team environments
• Desirable: experience within UK Central Government or other regulated sectors
• Desirable: knowledge of modern cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Desirable: relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, AWS Security, or Azure Security

Responsibilities

• Define and implement cloud security frameworks and architecture strategies
• Document cloud security controls and oversee transition into managed security operations
• Develop innovative security solutions to strengthen our overall security posture
• Conduct cloud security assessments, audits, and risk mitigation activities
• Collaborate with cross-functional technical and business teams to align security objectives
• Provide technical leadership and guidance across multiple teams and stakeholders
• Influence security decisions and promote best practice cloud security standards
• Stay current with emerging cloud security technologies, threats, and industry trends

Technologies

• AWS
• Architect
• Azure
• Cloud
• GCP
• Security

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We are working on a high-profile UK Central Government programme, supporting the Cab Off One Login project. This is a 30-week contract with hybrid or remote options available in the UK, offering a day rate of £550-£620 umbrella and falling inside IR35. We provide an opportunity to shape and deliver secure cloud architecture solutions across a complex enterprise environment, working on high-impact government security initiatives.

last updated 24 week of 2026