Network Security Architect

Buscojobs; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative cybersecurity firm is seeking a Network Security Architect to lead projects and enhance security capabilities for clients. This role involves establishing trusted relationships, managing a team, and ensuring compliance with security standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in network and cyber security, with a strong background in stakeholder management and risk assessment. Join a forward-thinking company committed to diversity and inclusivity, where your expertise will help shape the future of cybersecurity solutions across Australia and New Zealand.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in network and cyber security.
• Ability to apply best practice frameworks like ISO 27001 and NIST CSF.

Responsibilities

• Lead security projects and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Establish trusted advisor relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Network Security

Cyber Security

Stakeholder Management

Risk Assessment

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information Security

Computer Science Degree

Tools

Amazon AWS

Microsoft Azure

Google GCP

Fortinet

Palo Alto

Job description

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

Tesserent | Cyber Solutions by Thales is a full-service cybersecurity solutions provider. We partner with clients across Australia and New Zealand in the protection of their digital assets and partner with clients to provide a full suite of cybersecurity services.

Partnering with over 1,400 mid-sized to enterprise, government, and critical infrastructure clients, our mission is to be the sovereign cybersecurity provider of choice for the protection of Australia and New Zealand’s digital assets and deliver comprehensive, tailored solutions to prevent, detect and mitigate potential cyber-attacks. We have deep expertise in security advisory (GRC) and consulting, technical assurance and testing, cloud services, 24x7 managed services and monitoring, incident response and forensics and converged / physical security.

We are seeking a Network Security Architect – Research, Architecture and Development is responsible for leading small and large scale projects, and proactively striving to improve the security capabilities within client organisations, delivering high quality outcomes, and ensuring consultants are performing to their maximum potential while continuously developing strong stakeholder relationships with client key stakeholders.

YOUR ROLE

Working from either our Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra or Brisbane offices, your role will include :

• Demonstrate sound understanding of the Cyber 360 strategy and its alignment to client needs to drive opportunities and deliver multi service engagements
• Establish and maintain a trusted advisor relationship with Client’s by using your in-depth consulting experienced and strategic account management expertise
• Ensure performance objectives are defined for each consultant within the team, including establishing KPIs, personal development plans and training needs.
• Ensuring the company’s cloud and network projects and assessments are compliant to industry recognised security standards as applicable
• Identify and lead security projects as well as identifying and developing new service offerings.
• Perform various Security Architecture and engineering services
• Be technically capable of delivering high quality service outcomes across the Group security architecture portfolio at the budgeted utilisation levels.
• Provide quality reports for the client for both executive and technical audiences describing findings, outlining risk levels, compliance maturity and recommendations for remediation and ensure all agreed deliverables are of high standard
• Contribute to the development and sharing of knowledge across the Group
• Work alongside the sales team in identifying and where required, developing new opportunities with existing and new customers.
• Take accountability for the team’s utilisation target, cost models (hiring and salary reviews) and financial goals

YOUR EXPERIENCE

To be successful in your role, you will have demonstrated and / or acquired the following knowledge and experience :

• A bachelor’s degree in information security, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred but not essential.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in network and cyber security.
• Industry certifications from Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google GCP, Fortinet and Palo Alto preferred.
• Professional certifications are an advantage (i.e., CISSP, CISA, CISM, ISO27001 LA / LI, PCIDSS QSA)
• Ability to apply best practice frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, ASD Essential Eight.
• Ability to develop and use the company’s methodologies to provide effective security and risk advice.
• Ability to articulate business implications and risks in relation to the business.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to clearly explain concepts.
• Open-minded and forward-thinking in terms of vision for the business and team culture.
• Ability to work as a team with decisions made to support moving toward common goals.
• Experience working in a Pre-Sales function would be advantageous.

WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY

After you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We’ll then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress the selection and assessment process. Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police checks

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. To learn more about clearances please visit – http : / / www.defence.gov.au / AGSVA /

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It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.

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