Cyber Security Architect

ZipRecruiter; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Slough is seeking an Associate Architect to enhance cloud security across development operations. You'll collaborate with various teams in a hybrid environment, focusing on security architecture and compliance. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of experience, knowledge of AWS, and strong problem-solving skills. Benefits include 25 days of holiday, pension, and life insurance.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Pension

Life insurance

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience in cloud security, software engineering, or development security operations.
• Hands-on exposure to AWS cloud services.
• Strong understanding of Access Management (IAM) principles.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement security architecture.
• Manage development security operations and CI/CD pipelines.
• Conduct security and platform reviews.

Skills

Cloud security

Development security operations

AWS cloud services

Access Management (IAM)

Scripting/programming (JavaScript)

Networking principles

Git-based development workflows

Job description

Overview

Associate Architect – Cloud Security | Slough/Langley (Hybrid, 2 days onsite)

Are you passionate about cloud security and looking to grow your career in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? We’re hiring an Associate Architect with 1–2 years of experience to join a forward-thinking team focused on cloud security and development operations.

About the Role

As an Associate Architect, you will focus on security architecture, including development security operations and CI/CD pipelines, applying security best practices on cloud platforms. You’ll be involved in security and platform reviews, security design, risk profiling, and compliance with industry mandates. You will collaborate closely with Cloud, Security, Infrastructure, and Travel Digital teams, reporting to the Senior Director of Security Architecture.

Key Responsibilities

• Security architecture design and implementation
• Development security operations and CI/CD pipeline management
• Conduct security and platform reviews, risk profiling, and compliance adherence
• Collaborate cross-functionally to embed security into cloud solutions

Must-Have Skills

• 1–2 years’ experience in cloud security, software engineering, or development security operations
• Hands-on exposure to AWS cloud services
• Strong understanding of and Access Management (IAM) principles and tools
• Experience with scripting/programming (e.g., JavaScript)
• Foundational knowledge of networking and security principles
• Familiarity with Git-based development workflows (preferably GitHub)
• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for security

What We Offer

• Benefits: 25 days holiday, pension, life insurance
• Location: Slough/Langley (2 days onsite)