Lead Security Architect – AI & Data

Bupa; Salford; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Enhanced pension

Private medical insurance

Health & wellbeing programme

Job summary

Bupa is seeking a Lead AI & Data Security Architect to shape secure AI adoption across our healthcare platform. You will define standards, lead threat modelling for AI-enabled solutions, and build governance controls to protect sensitive data.

You will partner with technology, data, legal, clinical and risk teams to embed security into AI initiatives, guiding executives on architectural decisions and emerging threats.

Qualifications

• Senior security leadership in architecture, cyber security or enterprise security.
• Experience securing AI, ML and cloud-based services with governance.
• Knowledge of UK GDPR and data protection requirements.

Responsibilities

• Define secure AI adoption patterns and security standards across Bupa.
• Lead threat modelling and security reviews for AI-enabled solutions including LLMs.
• Develop governance frameworks and security controls for safe AI use.
• Set security requirements for AI platforms, APIs, integrations and cloud services.
• Identify risks from unauthorised AI usage and advise on mitigations.
• Present risk assessments to senior stakeholders and executives.

Skills

Security architecture

Threat modelling

AI security

Cloud security

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Regulatory compliance

UK GDPR knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Azure OpenAI

Security frameworks

Job description

Job Description:Lead Security Architect - AI & DataLondon, Staines or Salford QuaysPermanent - Hybrid - Full timeWe make health happenAt Bupa, our purpose is helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. As a healthcare provider and insurer, we support millions of people through every stage of life.AI is transforming healthcare. It creates exciting opportunities to improve experiences, support colleagues and enhance services for customers. As our Lead AI & Data Security Architect, you'll play a critical role in making sure we embrace these technologies safely and responsibly.This is a unique opportunity to shape how AI is used across a global healthcare organisation. You'll define security standards, guide responsible AI adoption and help protect sensitive personal and clinical data. Working with senior leaders, architects, engineers and clinical stakeholders, you'll balance innovation with strong security practices to help us deliver better health outcomes whilst maintaining trust.If you're passionate about AI, security architecture and responsible innovation, we'd love to hear from you.Key ResponsibilitiesAs our Lead AI & Data Security Architect, you'll:Define secure AI adoption patterns and security standards across Bupa.Lead threat modelling and security reviews for AI-enabled solutions, including large language models (LLMs), generative AI tools and autonomous agents.Develop governance frameworks, security controls and assurance processes that support safe AI adoption.Set security requirements for AI platforms, APIs, integrations and cloud-based AI services.Identify and help manage risks associated with unauthorised or unsanctioned AI usage.Provide expert guidance on AI security, architecture decisions and emerging threats.Partner with technology, data, legal, clinical and risk teams to embed security into AI initiatives.Present security recommendations and risk assessments to senior stakeholders and executive audiences.Assess AI suppliers and third-party solutions from a security and data protection perspective.Contribute to security standards, reference architectures and continuous improvement activities across the wider technology function.Support awareness, education and a strong security culture around responsible AI use.What We're Looking ForWe're looking for an experienced security professional who combines deep technical expertise with strong stakeholder engagement skills.You'll have:Significant experience in security architecture, cyber security consulting or enterprise security leadership roles.Strong experience securing AI, machine learning and cloud-based services.Expert knowledge of Microsoft Azure, Azure OpenAI, AI Foundry and cloud security principles.Experience leading threat modelling, security architecture reviews and control design activities.Strong knowledge of security frameworks including NIST CSF, NIST AI RMF, ISO 27001, ISO 42001 and OWASP AI security guidance.Experience working within highly regulated environments such as healthcare, financial services or government.Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts in a clear and engaging way.Experience influencing senior stakeholders and supporting strategic decision making.Knowledge of UK GDPR and data protection requirements.It's a bonus if you also have:CISSP, CISM, CCSP, SABSA or TOGAF certifications.Microsoft AI or AI security certifications.Experience securing generative AI, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) solutions or AI agents.BenefitsOur benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme and includes all aspects of our health - from mental and physical, to financial, social and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and have a range of family friendly benefits.Joining Bupa in this role you will receive the following benefits and more:25 days holiday, increasing through length of service, with option to buy or sellEnhanced pension and life insurancePrivate medical insuranceAccess to our health and wellbeing servicesDiscounts on Bupa products and servicesWhy BupaWe're a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are all driven by the same purpose - helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We make health happen by being brave, caring and responsible in everything we do.We encourage all of our people to ”Be you at Bupa”, we champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. That's why we especially encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This means we aim to offer an interview/assessment to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role. We'll make sure you are treated fairly and offer reasonable adjustments as part of our recruitment process to anyone that needs them.Time Type:Full timeJob Area:ITLocations:Angel Court, London, Bupa Place, Staines - Willow HouseCycle to work scheme, Gym membership, Financial planning services, Free flu jabs, Employee mentoring programme, Referral programme, Company pension, Additional leave, Health & wellbeing programme, Paid volunteer time, Private dental insurance, Private medical insurance