Remote Security Solutions Architect (Contract)

Consult; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 111,000 - 166,000; Part time

Job summary

Consult is seeking a Security Solutions Architect to lead design and architecture for high-security projects. This remote UK-based role focuses on robust, cost-effective solutions aligned with customer needs and standards.

You will support tendering, guide design-to-delivery, and stay ahead with the latest security technologies. The position requires deep knowledge of CCTV, Access Control, PSIM, cyber security, and IT infrastructure, plus strong proposal writing and stakeholder collaboration

Qualifications

• High-level competence in designing electronic security systems.
• Detailed understanding of CCTV (Analogue & IP), Access Control, Intruder Detection, PSIM, Video Analytics and wireless transmission technologies.
• Strong grasp of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, wireless/LAN networking.
• Understanding of IT infrastructure including hardware, software, data centre and storage.
• Ability to evaluate cyber security vulnerabilities within designs.
• Familiarity with virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V) and cloud services (AWS, Azure, IBM Cloud).
• Excellent written skills for technical proposals and tender responses.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with Visio, Excel and Word for designs and proposals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare commercially compelling designs aligned with customer requirements and specifications.
• Produce written propositions that define offerings and value to customers.
• Collaborate with Sales and Procurement to identify preferred technologies and products.
• Perform site visits and technical surveys to gather design requirements.
• Provide technical input for tender submissions in coordination with Bid Manager.
• Conduct design checks and approve submissions before issuing to client.
• Prepare specifications and drawings for subcontractors and equipment suppliers.
• Create technical design and solution summaries for tender responses.
• Coordinate with Procurement to source competitive costs from suppliers.

Skills

Team player

Self-motivated

Adaptive learning

Customer-focused

Creative problem-solving

Communication

Tools

Visio

Excel

Word

JVSG

VMware

Cloud services

Job description

Consult is seeking a Security Solutions Architect to lead design and architecture for high-security projects. This remote UK-based role focuses on robust, cost-effective solutions aligned with customer needs and standards.

You will support tendering, guide design-to-delivery, and stay ahead with the latest security technologies. The position requires deep knowledge of CCTV, Access Control, PSIM, cyber security, and IT infrastructure, plus strong proposal writing and stakeholder collaboration