Remote Cyber Security Architect — Cloud & Zero Trust

Searchability NS&D; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Architect to lead security reviews and ensure regulatory compliance in a dynamic environment. This role focuses on cloud security architecture and effective governance practices. Candidates should have a solid background in enterprise security architecture, experience with Azure or AWS, and relevant security clearances. This is a remote contract position in the UK until July 2026, offering opportunities to shape security practices across significant platforms.

Benefits

Chance to influence cloud security architecture

Work on high-impact security assurance activities

Qualifications

• Strong background in enterprise security architecture and cloud security (Azure or AWS).
• Experience working in multi-tenant environments.
• Understanding of Zero Trust, NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS benchmarks.
• Strong technical capability across identity management, network security, encryption, and secure onboarding processes.
• Ability to conduct threat modelling and risk assessments.
• Experience producing clear documentation and reporting to senior stakeholders.
• You must hold active Home Office SC and NPPV3 clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead end to end security reviews of tenant designs.
• Ensure that all platforms meet security standards.
• Collaborate with client security teams and internal architects.
• Support onboarding readiness and embed effective security governance.
• Review cloud tenant architecture and define security requirements.

Skills

Cyber Security Architect

Cloud Security

Azure

AWS

Identity Management

Network Security

Risk Assessment

Zero Trust

Job description

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Architect to lead security reviews and ensure regulatory compliance in a dynamic environment. This role focuses on cloud security architecture and effective governance practices. Candidates should have a solid background in enterprise security architecture, experience with Azure or AWS, and relevant security clearances. This is a remote contract position in the UK until July 2026, offering opportunities to shape security practices across significant platforms.