Cyber Security Architect

Anson McCade Pty; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Anson McCade Pty is recruiting an experienced Cyber Security Architect to join a growing security function. You will shape security architecture across enterprise environments, cloud platforms, critical infrastructure and emerging tech, collaborating with technical and business stakeholders.

The role involves defining end-to-end security architectures, modelling threats, and guiding risk-based decisions across Azure, AWS, and hybrid environments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' commercial experience in cyber security architecture.
• Experience in cloud security (Azure, AWS, GCP) and network/security controls.
• Experience in application and container security; IAM.
• Operational Technology security knowledge is a plus.
• Experience conducting threat modelling and security risk assessments.
• Knowledge of frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls; strong communication with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop end-to-end security architectures for complex IT and cloud-based solutions.
• Work with solution architects, engineers, and delivery teams to embed security throughout the lifecycle.
• Conduct threat modelling and identify appropriate security controls.
• Provide guidance on risk mitigation, security design principles, and best practices.
• Support secure cloud adoption across Azure, AWS, and hybrid environments.
• Contribute to security governance, standards, and architecture roadmaps.
• Translate technical security concepts into business-focused recommendations.
• Review and assess security controls against recognised frameworks and standards.

Skills

Cloud security

Threat modelling

Security risk assessment

ISO 27001

CIS Controls

Stakeholder mgmt

Communication skills

Job description

Location: Manchester (Remote-first, approx 2 days a month onsite)

Salary: Up to £90,000 + Package

Security Clearance: Must hold active Security Clearance (SC) at the time of application

We're recruiting for an experienced Cyber Security Architect to join a growing security function delivering complex technology and digital transformation programmes. This is an opportunity to shape security architecture across enterprise environments, cloud platforms, critical infrastructure, and emerging technologies while working closely with technical and business stakeholders.

What You'll Be Doing

• Define and develop end-to-end security architectures for complex IT and cloud-based solutions
• Work with solution architects, engineers, and delivery teams to ensure security is embedded throughout the lifecycle
• Conduct threat modelling activities and identify appropriate security controls
• Provide guidance on risk mitigation, security design principles, and best practices
• Support secure cloud adoption across Azure, AWS, and hybrid environments
• Contribute to security governance, standards, and architecture roadmaps
• Engage with stakeholders at all levels, translating technical security concepts into business-focused recommendations
• Review and assess security controls against recognised frameworks and standards

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years' commercial experience in cyber security architecture
• Experience in one or more of the following:
• Cloud security (Azure, AWS, GCP)
• Network and infrastructure security
• Application and container security
• Identity and Access Management
• Operational Technology (OT) security
• Experience conducting threat modelling and security risk assessments
• Knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, or similar
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to translate complex technical risks into clear business recommendations

If you're a cyber security professional with active SC clearance looking for a high-impact architecture role with excellent career progression, we'd love to hear from you.