Head of Security Architecture

Barclay Simpson; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An international bank is seeking a Head of Security Architecture to lead the strategic development of its security architecture capability. This role will define the vision and execute the strategy while managing a team. The ideal candidate has a technical background, experience in financial services, and holds relevant certifications. The position offers a salary of £140-160k with benefits and a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Excellent pension

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Proven security leader with experience in financial services.
• Strong technical foundation in security architecture.
• Track record of delivering results.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute vision, strategy, and roadmap for security architecture.
• Lead a team of Security Solution Architects.
• Influence senior decision-makers and shape secure design standards.

Skills

Information security frameworks

DevSecOps practices

Architectural governance

Effective communication

Influencing senior executives

Education

CISSP certification

SABSA certification

TOGAF certification

Job description

An international bank with a strong presence in the UK is seeking a Head of Security Architecture to lead the strategic development of its security architecture capability. The organisation is undertaking a significant programme of transformation, modernisation, and regulatory change, offering a dynamic and high-impact environment for a proven security leader to make a lasting contribution to the bank’s security posture.

The Head of Security Architecture will define and execute the vision, strategy, and roadmap for the function. Reporting to the Head of Information Security, this senior role will lead a small team of Security Solution Architects and work closely with engineering, architecture, and risk stakeholders to ensure security is integrated across the bank’s technology landscape. The position carries significant visibility, influencing senior decision-makers and shaping secure design standards across the enterprise.

The successful candidate will be an experienced security architecture leader with a strong technical foundation and a track record of delivering results in the financial services sector. They will demonstrate deep knowledge of information security frameworks, DevSecOps practices, and architectural governance, coupled with the ability to communicate and influence effectively at executive level. Professional certifications such as CISSP, SABSA, or TOGAF are highly desirable.

Salary £140-160k base + benefits which include an excellent pension. Hybrid working (2 days per week in the City of London office).

Visa sponsorship is not available and you must be based in the UK with permanent right to work.