Cyber Security Architect

Thales Group; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking Cyber Security Architects to shape the future of digital security. In this role, you will provide technical leadership and design secure solutions tailored to complex project needs. Your expertise will guide high-level security architecture, ensuring compliance with standards while collaborating with various stakeholders. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact diverse sectors, including Aerospace and Defence, while enjoying flexible working arrangements. Join a team committed to growth and inclusivity, where your contributions will help secure the connected world.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or Computer Science or relevant certifications.
• Experience advising on security solutions and working with domain architects.

Responsibilities

• Advise on high-level security architecture and design solutions.
• Conduct risk assessments and evaluate architectures against standards.

Skills

Infrastructure Security Design

Information Systems Security

Risk Analysis

Cryptography

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Cloud Technologies

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or Computer Science

CISSP Certification

Cisco Certification

CCP Certification

Job description

Location: Remote UK, United Kingdom

Thales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to billions of digital interactions. Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, enable cross-border movement, improve energy efficiency, and more. Over 30,000 organizations rely on us to verify identities, grant access to digital services, analyze data, and encrypt information to secure the connected world.

At Thales UK, we offer opportunities for employees to learn and develop their careers. We research, develop, and supply technology that impacts millions daily, across Aerospace, Defence, Security, and Space industries. We prioritize health and well-being, offering flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle and ambitions.

Cyber Security Architect

Life as a Thales Cyber Security Architect

We are seeking Cyber Security Architects to join our team. You will work on complex systems, providing security architecture, technical leadership, and guidance to develop reliable, secure, and compliant security solutions tailored to project needs.

Your responsibilities include advising on high-level security architecture, designing solutions, conducting risk assessments, evaluating architectures against standards (NIST, ISO, JSP), producing architectural justifications, ensuring technical coordination, and presenting solutions to stakeholders.

You will also produce engineering and architecture reports, verify solutions against requirements, develop documentation for accreditation, deliver security training, and collaborate with vendors for product assessment.

Profile

Ideally, you have a degree in Engineering or Computer Science or hold relevant certifications (CISSP, Cisco, CCP). You should have experience advising on security solutions, working with domain architects, and contributing to sensitive programs.

Competencies

You should be capable of defining architectures independently or collaboratively, proficient in Infrastructure Security Design and Information Systems Security, familiar with Risk Analysis, Cryptography, IAM, cloud technologies, and able to monitor risk and compliance. Strong communication skills with customers and technical teams are essential.

Nice to Have

Domain knowledge in Defence, Nuclear, Government, Aerospace, CNI, Transport, and experience in Risk Management and Accreditation are advantageous.

Your Career at Thales

We offer opportunities to explore different domains, grow your skills, and pursue technical or leadership paths. You can develop internationally within our group.

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Candidates must provide evidence of identity and eligibility to work in the UK. Some roles require Security Clearance, which involves additional vetting. For details, refer to DBS NSV guidelines.

Thales provides careers, not just jobs. With 80,000 employees across 68 countries, we support mobility and flexible working. We are committed to inclusive recruitment and will provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities or neurodiversity. To request adjustments or for questions, contact Resourcing Ops or the Early Careers Team.

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