Remote Security Architect — Secure-by-Design & Risk Governance

X4 Technology; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy is seeking a Security Architect to oversee compliance and cyber risk management. The successful candidate will have over 5 years of experience in cyber security architecture, focusing on aligning new services with security policies. This contract role offers a day rate of £550 with remote flexibility while requiring occasional visits to London. Ideal candidates will demonstrate the ability to guide cross-functional teams and have experience in large-scale environments, making significant contributions to security policy and strategy.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience as a Cyber Security Architect.
• Strong understanding of information security governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
• Hands‑on experience defining, implementing, and enforcing security policies and controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the change control portfolio from a compliance and cyber risk perspective.
• Ensure all new services comply with security policies and regulatory obligations.
• Provide architectural input and guidance throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Cyber Security Architecture

Information security governance

Risk management

Compliance frameworks

Change control management

Communication skills

Tools

ISO 27001

NIST

CIS

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

A leading technology consultancy is seeking a Security Architect to oversee compliance and cyber risk management. The successful candidate will have over 5 years of experience in cyber security architecture, focusing on aligning new services with security policies. This contract role offers a day rate of £550 with remote flexibility while requiring occasional visits to London. Ideal candidates will demonstrate the ability to guide cross-functional teams and have experience in large-scale environments, making significant contributions to security policy and strategy.