Lead Security Architect

Fruition IT; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK national services provider in West Yorkshire is seeking a Lead Security Architect to spearhead their Cyber Security function. The role requires extensive leadership skills and offers a competitive salary package, including a salary range of £80,000 to £100,000 and a 10% bonus. The successful candidate will drive secure architecture practices and mentor IT professionals, contributing to the transformation of the business's security posture.

Benefits

Pension

Healthcare

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leading large-scale solution delivery.
• Strong skills in people management and team mentoring.
• Excellent communication skills for technical information delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in developing secure IT architecture and governance.
• Define security best practices in solution design.
• Provide leadership and foster professional development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Job description

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Our client is a UK national services provider with its head office in West Yorkshire.

Due to increased investment in their Cyber Security function, they are looking to hire an experienced Lead Security Architect to support the ongoing security transformation of the business.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of IT professionals in the development, deployment, and maintenance of secure IT architecture and governance, ensuring alignment with organisational policies and standards.
• Maximise the value and utilisation of security solutions.
• Define and promote security best practices in solution design to minimise risks and encourage the adoption of standard functionality.
• Provide leadership, guidance, coaching, and foster professional development within the team.
• Develop internal strategies to advance technology investments, focusing on secure design practices and adherence to architectures, patterns, and governance standards.
• Contribute as a recognised expert to maximise the value of internal and external resources for delivering high-standard solutions.

Experience:

• Proven track record of leading large-scale solution delivery, preferably in a relevant sector, in a senior architectural role.
• Strong skills in people management, mentoring, and inspiring teams.
• Proficiency in articulating business master data requirements related to solution design.
• Familiarity with architectural roles, domains, methodologies, and design strategies.
• Experience with formal structured methodologies for solution design.
• Previous technical leadership experience, providing direction for senior technical teams.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships at senior levels within an organisation.
• Demonstrated determination, drive, and ability to meet industry benchmarks and metrics.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying complex technical information to diverse audiences.
• Collaborative mindset and team-oriented approach.
• Ownership of issues or projects, with strong organisational and personal management skills.
• Proactive in seeking responsibility and ownership, motivated, self-reliant, and committed to continuous development.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with extensive knowledge of the system development life-cycle and enterprise solutions.
• High standards of integrity and ethics.

Offer:

• Base Salary: £80,000 - £100,000 (negotiable depending on experience)
• Bonus: 10%
• Benefits: Pension, Healthcare, Life Assurance, etc.

Role requires the individual to be present at the West Yorkshire head office once every two weeks.