Cyber Security Architect

ZipRecruiter; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is looking for a Security Architect to join their dynamic team in Bristol. This role involves designing security architectures, working with technical teams, and advising on security best practices. You'll be part of a global organization focused on implementing transformative technology solutions, ensuring the protection of sensitive systems while fostering a culture of innovation. The position offers a competitive salary, an extensive benefits package, and a chance to contribute to digital transformation initiatives.

Benefits

30 days vacation per year

Private medical insurance

3 extra days for charitable work

Qualifications

• Strong technical experience in security across relevant areas.
• Experience with threat modeling and security requirements.
• Capability in communicating complex technical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Defining security architecture for high-profile solutions.
• Collaborating with various technical teams.
• Providing specialist security advice and risk mitigation.

Skills

IP networking

On-premises architecture

Cloud platforms

Database security

Mobile application security

Threat modeling techniques

Risk mitigation

Control frameworks

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Job description

Job Description

Role: Security Architect

Location: Bristol, Manchester

Salary: Competitive salary and package dependent on experience

Please Note: Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history (typically including no periods of 30 consecutive days or more spent outside of the UK) and declaration of being a British passport holder with no dual nationalism at the point of application.

Note: The above information relates to a specific client requirement

Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next- technology to each business challenge.

We believe in and and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for and too.

“Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us.” – Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO

As a Security Architect you will:

• Have the opportunity to join a growing and exciting team of security architects within a global multinational organization, specializing highly sensitive and rewarding technology centric transformation programs
• On a day to day basis you will integrates and collaborate with technical and solutions architects to define the security architecture for high-profile solutions within traditional and groundbreaking enterprise IT as well as custom operational technology systems.
• You will have a Cyber Security background, will perform as a client-facing role, and will be willing to contribute to our internal Digital Transformation strategy and expertise.
• In addition to working closely with Information assurance and pen test teams to validate effectiveness of security controls or define new security solutions in an agile, innovative and team centric manner.
• Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for.
• Previous employment as a Security architect is desirable but not essential, technical specialists with a strong lean towards security often make good security architects.

Job Qualifications

• Strong technical experience of security in at least one of the following areas:
• IP networking & OT
• On-premises architecture and Virtualization
• cloud platforms and Containerization
• Databases and LLMs
• Mobile Technologies & Application security
• Threat modeling techniques to identify security threats to systems, leading to the definition of Security requirements.
• Managing security requirements through the delivery and operational life cycle of a system
• Provision of authoritative specialist security advice in
• Risk and threat-based mitigation to system designs
• Control frameworks such as NIST, ISO, CIS
• Protective monitoring, Authentication and authorization best practices.
• Develop excellent working relationships with key stakeholders, peers and subordinates.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing, demonstrated through:
• Effectively explain complex technical solutions to a non-technical audience
• Writing meaningfully to deliver clear information, and guidance
• Giving impactful presentations, articulating clearly key points
• Critical thinking and problem solving within information technology.

What’s in it for you

At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 30 days’ vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice!

Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there may be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for.

About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. We combine unmatched experience and specialized capabilities across more than 40 industries — powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. With 509,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture brings continuous innovation to help clients improve their performance and create lasting value across their enterprises. Visit us at www.accenture.com

Accenture is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society and does not discriminate on grounds of , or belief, or , , , citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, , or , or any other basis as protected by applicable law.