Defence Security Architecture & Assurance Lead

PwC UK; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical cover

24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP

Six volunteering days a year

Job summary

PwC UK is seeking a Senior Manager for its Cyber, Data & Technology Resilience practice in Leeds. In this role, you will lead security architecture and assurance for Defence engagements, ensuring alignment with MOD governance. Your responsibilities include managing relationships with MOD security authorities and contributing to bids.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, relevant security experience, and is familiar with Defence environments. PwC UK offers flexible working arrangements, private medical cover, and enhanced career support.

Qualifications

• Experience in security architecture within Defence or Central Government environments.
• Understanding of MOD security governance, including Secure by Design.
• Experience across Defence environments like classified cloud and identity solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead security architecture design across Defence programmes.
• Drive Secure by Design assurance activities throughout the lifecycle.
• Advise stakeholders on security risk and trade-offs.

Skills

Security architecture

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Security governance

Risk assessments

Education

Relevant certifications (e.g. CISSP, CCP, TOGAF)

Job description

PwC UK is seeking a Senior Manager for its Cyber, Data & Technology Resilience practice in Leeds. In this role, you will lead security architecture and assurance for Defence engagements, ensuring alignment with MOD governance. Your responsibilities include managing relationships with MOD security authorities and contributing to bids.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, relevant security experience, and is familiar with Defence environments. PwC UK offers flexible working arrangements, private medical cover, and enhanced career support.