Compliance and Assurance Security Architect

ComXps; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable technology firm in London is seeking a Security Architect with extensive experience in large scale Business Change and security projects. The successful candidate will work on-site approximately 3 days a week and will engage with multiple stakeholders. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage high-pressure environments are essential. The role offers the potential for a temp-to-perm transition over a long-term program of 3-5 years.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing or advising on security projects.
• Experience of working in a complex high-profile environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Drive down strategic security risks through effective project implementation.
• Manage communications and stakeholder relations within high-performance teams.
• Conduct security reviews and ensure compliance documentation is accurate.

Skills

Experience of working on large scale Business Change

Excellent listening and oral skills

Ability to manage multiple stakeholders

Experience within secure technology-based projects

Strong background as a Security Architect

Education

Cyber / Information Security qualification (CISSP or CISM)

Job description

Overview

This role is Inside IR35.

Clearance: DV

Contract Length: Long-term programme (estimated 3–5 years). Potential for temp-to-perm transition.

Location: London. Must be willing to work on-site (approximately 3 days/week), with flexibility for short-notice attendance.

Experience - Mandatory

• Experience of working on large scale Business Change and IT enabled Transformation Programmes.
• Experience of implementing or advising on security projects to drive down strategic security risks.
• Experience of working in a complex high-profile environment.
• Must be able to show ability to manage multiple stakeholders including large IT Service providers, Security and Data Protection Authorities, Commercial and Business teams.
• Excellent listening and oral skills with the ability to present information appropriately by audience.
• Experience of working within secure technology-based projects and programmes enabling business change.
• Ability to work under pressure and to turn-round communications to meet tight deadlines.
• Experience of working as a key member within a high-performance team.
• Experience of developing and working with audit processes and challenge functions.
• An understanding of the commercial, operational, technical and supply infrastructure in which successful programmes and projects are delivered.
• A record of successfully supporting secure national projects on time and on budget in a complex environment which uses both in-house and supplier-based delivery method.
• Experience and knowledge of the security accreditation processes at a national level at all Government security Classification (GSC) levels.
• Understanding of the Security Policy Framework (SPF), and knowledge of security policy at the higher security classifications.

Technical & Professional Experience

• Strong background as a Security Architect in ICT environments.
• Experience in software application development and secure by design principles.
• Familiarity with privacy by design, Data Protection Act, and ICO standards.
• Understanding of accessibility standards and the Equality Act.
• Experience conducting security reviews and ensuring compliance documentation is in order.

Collaboration & Communication

• Ability to engage with large delivery partner teams and multiple suppliers.
• Comfortable attending security and technical boards, stand-ups, and working in an agile environment.
• Capable of liaising with government agencies and equivalent roles in partner organisations.

Experience - Desirable

• Cyber / Information Security qualification, such as CISSP or CISM
• Experience with AI integration in system design (not essential but beneficial).
• Strong interpersonal skills including patience, perseverance, and adaptability.