Security Architect

BT Security; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader based in Belfast is seeking a Technical Security Specialist to provide technical oversight and lead security design for customer contracts. This role involves creating robust security architectures and actively managing customer risks. Candidates should possess strong stakeholder management skills and extensive experience with various security technologies. The company offers competitive benefits, including flexible working options and robust training opportunities, making it an excellent environment for growth.

Benefits

10% on target annual bonus

BT Pension scheme

24/7 private virtual GP appointments

World-class training and development opportunities

Discounted broadband and mobile packages

Qualifications

• Experience architecting/delivering large scale complex projects.
• Basic knowledge of various security technologies like ForcePoint and Cisco.
• Awareness of emerging security trends and threats.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight and leadership of new customer contracts.
• Create security architectures and high/low-level designs.
• Minimize customers' risk exposure through vulnerability management.

Skills

Stakeholder management skills

Architecting solutions across cloud platforms

Vulnerability Management

Technical skills in various technologies

Education

CISSP certification

CCSP certification

Tools

ForcePoint

Cisco ISE

Checkpoint Firewalls

Netscaler Load Balancers

Broadcom Identity Management

Darktrace

Microsoft Sentinel SIEM

Job description

Recruiter: Jayson Coley-Wynters

Career Grade: D

Internal Closing Date: 12th January 2026

Security isn't always the first thing that comes to mind when you think of BT, but when it comes to keeping everyone safely connected, We Are The Protectors. We deal with thousands of cyber-attacks every day, so that millions of people can safely go about their daily lives and run their businesses. We deliver vital work at scale, with real breadth and impact. We connect for good.

This is an opportunity to play your part and protect our company, our customers and our communities from cyberattack. Be part of a dedicated team and get ready to be challenged every day to make the most of your skills and experience. You'll learn from those around you, and from outstanding training and development resources to become even better at what you do. With the best technology at your fingertips, you'll be part of a friendly and flexible working environment where your contribution is always valued.

Job Description

You've got opportunities

From being part of a dynamic, global Security Design team to learning about new security technologies, this is a role where you can make a difference. As one of our Technical Security Specialists, you'll translate customer requirements into deliverable designs, whilst remaining sensitive to cost, strategy and risk drivers. You'll find out how amazing it feels when your World Class Design comes together, passing the baton to our Delivery and Operational teams. So, no more counting down the clock. Your future starts here.

What you'll do:

• Provide Technical oversight and Leadership of a new Customer Contract, aligning to the contract security schedule
• Provide security design authority for complex solutions and/or platform designs during customer workshops, capturing requirements, translating into Designs, identifying relevant documentation sets required to underpin the solution.
• Create Security Architectures, High and Low Level Designs, Processes, Procedures, Local Work Instructions whilst meeting relevant industry security standards & controls
• Provide security design assurance for complex solutions and/or platform designs
• Work with the customer to understand their threat landscape and risks.
• Minimise the customers risk exposure through high class Vulnerability Management solutions and Security Penetration Testing
• Create a technical security roadmap for customer, area or domain and present at Technical customer Forums.

You'll definitely:

• Have strong stakeholder management skills
• Have experience of Architecting/Delivering large scale complex and technical projects
• Have experience of Architecting solutions across cloud platform infrastructures
• Possess strong technical skills across a broad range of technologies
• Have a working knowledge and understanding of, at least, some of the following:
  1. ForcePoint
  2. Cisco ISE
  3. Checkpoint Firewalls
  4. Netscaler Load Balancers
  5. Broadcom Identity Management solutions
  6. Darktrace
  7. Have a basic working knowledge of Microsoft Sentinel SIEM, and agreements
  8. Vulnerability Management solutions
  9. IP networking
• Maintain awareness of emerging security trends, threats, risks and technologies

You might even:

• Have experience identifying, developing, and delivering growth opportunities.
• Have experience driving efficiency through use of designs, orchestration & automation
• Have CISSP certification (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
• Have CCSP certification (Certified Cloud Security Professional)

Benefits3>

• 10% on target annual bonus
• BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
• X4 Salary Life Assurance
• Huge range of flexible benefits including Cycle to Work, Healthcare, Season Ticket Loan, Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice
• 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
• Equal family leave: receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate. It's for all parents, no matter how your family is made up.
• Enhanced women's health support: including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more.
• 24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues
• 2 weeks paid carer's leave
• World-class training and development opportunities
• Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes
• Discounted broadband, mobile and TV package
• Access to 100's of retail discounts including the BT shop

Security is one of the fastest growing parts of our global organisation. We are protecting our networks from more than 6,500 cyber attacks each day, investing over £40m in research each year - and in employing nearly 3,000 people, we're also the largest private cyber employer in the UK. With incredible opportunities to learn, develop and grow your skills, we'll invest in you, nurture your potential and shape your future - whatever your background or experience.

In today's world, safe and secure digital connections have never been more vital. You'll be joining a global company operating at the forefront of the information age: BT employs 90,000 people in 180 countries. With huge scale, we're capable of achieving great things, striving to be personal, simple, and brilliant for our customers whilst creating an inclusive working environment where people from all backgrounds can succeed. Play your part. Make a difference. We are the Protectors.

A FEW POINTS TO NOTE:

Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you're a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch.

We will also offer reasonable adjustments for the selection process if required, so please do not hesitate to inform us.

DON'T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT?

Studies have shown that women and people who are disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement on the Job Description, please apply anyway - you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team.