Cybersecurity Architect

CFA Institute; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 89,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment organization is seeking a seasoned Cybersecurity Architect to design and implement secure enterprise architectures. The ideal candidate will have substantial information security experience, particularly in security architecture, and knowledge of frameworks like NIST. This position offers expected salary ranging from $120,000 to $140,000 with benefits including a 12% retirement contribution and comprehensive health coverage.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

Generous leave and time off

Competitive retirement plans

Flexible work options

Wellness and education support

Qualifications

• 10+ years in information security with 5+ focused on security architecture.
• Proven experience designing secure enterprise environments.
• Deep knowledge of frameworks like NIST and ISO 27001.

Responsibilities

• Develop enterprise security architecture principles and roadmaps.
• Serve as a trusted SME on complex projects and new tech deployments.
• Track evolving threats and brief leadership on recommendations.

Skills

Information security experience

Security architecture knowledge

Cloud security expertise

Risk modeling proficiency

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Computer Science

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

CISSP certification

Job description

Overview

CFA Institute is seeking a seasoned Cybersecurity Architect to design, implement, and optimize secure, scalable enterprise architectures that protect our global environment. You’ll translate complex security requirements into practical solutions, partner across engineering, risk, compliance, and the business, and shape the organization’s security posture with clear standards and roadmaps. If you thrive on influencing outcomes, enabling secure-by-design delivery, and guiding high-stakes initiatives, we’d love to hear from you.

Note to Applicants: CFA Institute will not offer work authorization or visa sponsorship services for this position (including student visas and temporary worker visas).

What You’ll Do

• Set the blueprint: Develop and communicate enterprise security architecture principles, standards, reference architectures, and roadmaps aligned to business strategy.

• Advise and influence: Serve as a trusted SME on complex projects and new tech deployments; guide secure design decisions and risk trade-offs.

• Select and integrate controls: Evaluate and recommend security technologies, tools, and services; ensure seamless integration with platforms and processes.

• Assess & harden: Conduct advanced security assessments of systems, applications, and networks; identify vulnerabilities and drive pragmatic remediation.

• Build security-by-design: Partner with engineering, operations, and compliance to embed security patterns and policies in enterprise solutions.

• Scan the horizon: Track evolving threats, regulatory shifts, and emerging technologies; brief leadership with forward-looking recommendations.

• Support incident response: Provide architectural expertise during major security incidents to enable effective containment and remediation.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• 10+ years in information security with 5+ years focused on security architecture or advanced engineering.

• Proven experience designing secure enterprise environments across hybrid cloud, on-prem, and SaaS.

• Deep knowledge of frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, SABSA, TOGAF.

• Advanced understanding of IAM, network/infrastructure security, application security, encryption, and secure DevOps.

• Hands-on familiarity with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), containerization, and zero-trust architectures.

• Proficiency in risk and threat modeling and security design methodologies.

• Strong working knowledge of regulatory/compliance regimes (GDPR, SOX, PCI DSS, HIPAA).

• Exceptional communication skills to influence technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree or equivalent senior-level experience.

• Architecture/security certifications (CISSP, CCSP, SABSA) and relevant vendor certs (AWS Security, Azure Solutions Architect, etc.).

• Success operating in complex, global organizations and shaping cross-functional policies and decisions.

Why Join Us

• Mission & Impact: Safeguard a global organization advancing ethics, education, and professional excellence in finance.

• Enterprise Influence: Set standards that steer investment decisions and risk posture across the institute.

• Growth & Learning: Work at the forefront of cloud, zero-trust, and modern engineering practices in a continuously evolving threat landscape.

• Values-Driven Culture: Thrive in a culture that prizes authenticity, courage, accountability, agility, a growth mindset, and building high-performing, diverse teams.

At CFA Institute, we are committed to transparency and equity in our hiring process. In compliance with wage transparency laws in many of the jurisdictions in which we recruit, we provide the following information regarding compensation for this position:

Expected salary range: $120,000 - $140,000

Other benefits include eligibility for annual incentives, 12% retirement employer contribution, and competitive medical benefits. All salary ranges are subject to adjustment based on experience, education, and other factors relevant to the position.

CFA Institute is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

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About CFA Institute

CFA Institute are the global leader in investment excellence and ethics. With nearly 200,000 charterholders across 160 markets, we drive professional growth, ethical behavior, and better markets. We care about our employees’ well-being, offering industry-leading benefits like:

• Comprehensive health coverage for you and your family

• Generous leave and time off

• Competitive retirement plans

• Flexible work options

• Wellness, education, and support programs

If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to click “Apply” and complete our three-minute application.

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