Security Architect

Defenceiq; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in defense and national security is seeking a Security Architect to secure advanced products and systems from evolving threats. The successful candidate will ensure products comply with stringent security standards and apply NIST frameworks while mitigating risks in both software and hardware ecosystems. Ideal candidates will demonstrate critical problem-solving skills, be detail-oriented, and have a background in cybersecurity practices.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience applying NIST frameworks (NIST 800-30, NIST 800-53) is non-negotiable.
• Working knowledge of DefStan 05-138 and DefStan 05-139 is essential.
• Proficiency in threat modeling methodologies and tools (e.g., STRIDE, DREAD, Attack Trees).

Responsibilities

• Integrate security controls throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Conduct detailed threat modeling and risk assessments using recognized tools.
• Lead the implementation of risk management strategies based on industry best practices.

Skills

Threat modeling

Risk assessment

Secure systems architecture

Job description

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Security Arcitect

Location: Bristol, UK

Clearance Required: Must be eligible for SC Clearance

Are you passionate about safeguarding advanced products and systems from ever-evolving security threats? We are seeking a highly skilled Security Architect to join our cutting-edge team in Bristol. In this role, you'll be instrumental in securing the software development lifecycle for complex systems within the defence and national security domain.

This position is critical to ensuring our products meet the highest standards of security by design. The successful candidate will be expected to bring deep, hands-on experience with NIST cybersecurity standards-this is essential-as well as a strong working knowledge of Defence Standards DefStan 05-138 Issue 3 and DefStan 05-139 Issue 1. If you're an experienced professional with strong capabilities in threat modelling, risk assessment, and secure systems architecture, we want to hear from you.

Role Responsibilities

• Integrate security controls throughout the product development lifecycle
• Conduct detailed threat modelling and risk assessments using recognised tools
• Lead the implementation of risk management strategies based on industry best practices (NIST, ISO)
• Work closely with development teams to ensure secure-by-design principles are followed
• Identify and propose mitigations for security vulnerabilities in solution architectures
• Maintain and evolve internal security policies, documentation, and awareness training
• Support incident response efforts and coordinate remediation actions where needed
• Serve as a subject matter expert on product and application security to internal stakeholders
  
  

Key Requirements

• Extensive experience applying NIST frameworks (including NIST 800-30, NIST 800-53) - non-negotiable
• Working knowledge of DefStan 05-138 (Issue 3) and DefStan 05-139 (Issue 1) is essential
• Proficiency in threat modelling methodologies and tools (e.g., STRIDE, DREAD, Attack Trees)
• Familiarity with other standards such as ISO/IEC 27001, ISO 27005, OWASP, and MOD ISN 23/09
• Ability to identify, assess and mitigate risks across software and hardware product ecosystems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey risk to non-technical audiences
  
  

Ideal Candidate Traits

• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented with excellent planning and organisational abilities
• Resilient, proactive, and capable of driving initiatives forward independently
• A team player with the ability to influence at all levels of the organisation
• Eligible for SC clearance and able to work in the UK without restrictions

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Computer and Network Security

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