Emerging Technology Security Advisor

La Fosse; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A global telecommunications company seeks an Emerging Technology Security Advisor to provide strategic guidance on the security of next-generation technologies. In this role, you'll define security policies, deliver risk sign-offs, and engage with senior stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have strong expertise in security architecture and an interest in AI, blockchain, and IoT security. This position offers an opportunity to influence security strategy in an innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in security architecture.
• Familiarity with advanced technologies and their security implications.
• Strong communication skills for engaging with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Act as security advisor for emerging technologies.
• Define security strategies and standards for advanced tech.
• Deliver design assurance and risk sign-off for initiatives.
• Represent the organization in discussions on emerging tech.

Skills

Strong expertise in security architecture

Interest in AI, blockchain, IoT, edge computing

Ability to present complex topics clearly

Job description

Location: Reading or London (4 days onsite)

About the Opportunity

We’re working with a global telecommunications business undergoing a major cybersecurity transformation. This is a unique opportunity for someone to join as an Emerging Technology Security Advisor acting as an independent authority on security for next-generation technologies.

You’ll provide strategic guidance and assurance across cutting-edge domains such as AI/Agentic AI, Quantum-safe systems, Blockchain/DLT, Decentralized Identity, Edge Computing, IoT, and Privacy-Enhancing Technologies (PETs). This role is about influence and thought leadership—ideal for someone with strong architectural expertise and the ability to represent complex topics to senior stakeholders and industry forums.

What You’ll Do

• Act as the security advisor for all emerging technologies.
• Define and maintain security strategies, policies, and standards for advanced tech domains.
• Deliver design assurance and risk sign-off for major initiatives.
• Represent the organisation in industry discussions and public forums on emerging tech security.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong expertise in security architecture.
• An interest or exposure to advanced technologies such as AI, blockchain, IoT, and edge computing security.
• Ability to engage at senior stakeholder level and present complex topics clearly.

Why This Role?

• Influence security strategy for next-generation technologies.
• Work in a fast-paced environment where innovation drives everything.

If you’re ready to shape the future of security for emerging technologies, APPLY NOW.