SC Cleared Cloud Security Architect

X4 Technology; Manchester; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A tech recruitment firm is seeking an experienced SC Cleared Cloud Security Architect for a fully remote contract role in the United Kingdom. This position involves evaluating cloud security architectures and ensuring alignment with security standards. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience in cloud security and active SC Clearance. A competitive day rate of £550-575 is offered with occasional travel covered. Interviews are scheduled for November 2025 with a start date in December 2025.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in cloud security architecture is essential.
• Must possess active SC Clearance.
• Experience with security compliance frameworks is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and validate client's cloud security architecture.
• Ensure alignment with security standards and best practices.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Provide guidance on secure solution design.

Skills

Active SC Clearance

Cloud security architecture

Security Compliance (NIST, NCSC, GDPR etc.)

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Tools

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure

Job description

Job Title: SC Cleared Cloud Security Architect

Job Type: Contract (OUTSIDE IR35)

Location: Fully Remote (occasional travel, expenses covered)

Day Rate: £550-575 / day (OUTSIDE IR35)

Contract Length: 6 Months

SC Cleared Cloud Security Architect - Role & Responsibilities

• Evaluate and validate the security architecture of the client's cloud platform and associated migration strategies
• Ensure alignment with organisational security standards, frameworks, and best practices
• Identify potential security risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize exposure
• Provide expert guidance on secure solution design and support teams throughout implementation

SC Cleared Cloud Security Architect - Required Experience

• Active SC Clearance (essential)
• 5+ years' in cloud security architecture.
• Security Compliance (NIST, NCSC, GDPR etc.)
• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (nice to have)
• Excellent stakeholder engagement & communication skills

Interviews: November 2025

Start Date: December 2025

How to Apply

Apply to Gary Hargreaves at X4 Technology to learn more about the role or connect with me on LinkedIn to hear about regular job updates available with X4 Technology