Security Architect

Serco; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Security Architect to lead the charge in transforming IT security for the Armed Forces Recruitment Service. In this pivotal role, you'll be responsible for identifying security gaps and implementing innovative solutions that align with strategic goals. This opportunity not only allows you to shape security architecture but also offers a chance to work closely with diverse teams and stakeholders. If you are passionate about IT security and eager to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to excellence and innovation.

Benefits

Company car

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Pension contribution

25 days annual leave

Annual leave purchase scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Career development opportunities

Health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT expected but not mandatory.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure and Cloud technologies.
• Proven analytical skills with a logical approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of IT security workstreams on projects.
• Define solutions to bridge gaps in IT security capabilities.
• Lead on security strategy and technology choice.

Skills

IT infrastructure

Cloud technologies

Secure by Design principles

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Security architecture

Problem-solving

Compliance knowledge (ISO27001)

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT

Tools

Microsoft security technology

AWS security technology

Cloudflare security technology

Job description

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Full Time, Permanent

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Join Serco’s UK & Europe division as a Security Architect and be at the forefront of shaping our IT security landscape with the Armed Forces Recruitment Service (AFRS) team. In this pivotal role, you’ll translate business needs into actionable security solutions, identifying and addressing gaps in our current IT capabilities. You'll define innovative strategies to bridge these gaps, ensuring seamless alignment between project delivery, overall strategy, and architecture. Take the lead in driving critical IT security workstreams and make a lasting impact on the resilience and effectiveness of our systems.

Hybrid – MOD Abbey Wood, Bristol

Full Time, Permanent

Upto £75,000 per annum plus car, company bomus and Private medical cover

Join Serco’s UK & Europe division as a Security Architect and be at the forefront of shaping our IT security landscape with the Armed Forces Recruitment Service (AFRS) team. In this pivotal role, you’ll translate business needs into actionable security solutions, identifying and addressing gaps in our current IT capabilities. You'll define innovative strategies to bridge these gaps, ensuring seamless alignment between project delivery, overall strategy, and architecture. Take the lead in driving critical IT security workstreams and make a lasting impact on the resilience and effectiveness of our systems.

As our Security Architect, you’ll take the lead in shaping Serco’s security strategy. You’ll drive key decisions on technology selection, guide seamless implementations, and oversee ongoing security services. By maintaining a detailed and robust security architecture across all systems, you’ll ensure a solid foundation for future design and innovation in our security technology landscape.

At Serco, we are proud to partner with the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) in providing critical recruitment services for the UK’s Armed Forces. This new approach will, for the first time, see the Royal Navy, the British Army, and the Royal Air Force have a joint Armed Forces Recruitment Service (AFRS). Delivered through a partnership of the MOD, Serco, and our consortium of partners, this service will provide end-to-end support from candidate attraction to assessment, onboarding, and Phase 1 training. Our team brings together best-in-class integrated technology and specialist partners to offer a holistic recruitment and skills solution for the UK Armed Forces, designed to modernise and improve the overall candidate experience. We are driven by the values of doing the right thing for our people, the MOD, His Majesty’s Government (HMG), broader society, and the candidates we source.

Main responsibilities of the role:

• Support execution of IT security workstreams on projects by studying and understanding business requirements.
• Identify gaps between business requirements and current IT security capabilities.
• Define solutions to bridge identified gaps and ensure project scope is maintained.
• Implement solutions in line with overall strategy and architecture.
• Take operational ownership of all information security management processes across projects.
• Ensure certification and/or network accreditation to required standards.
• Work closely with delivery partners and client/business stakeholders to understand their needs.
• Roadmap solutions to address IT security needs of projects.
• Assure technical delivery of security solutions.
• Lead on all areas relating to security strategy and technology choice.
• Assist in implementation and ongoing security services.
• Maintain the security architecture of all systems used in security technology areas.
• Support ongoing design work with detailed security architecture.
• Own security-related documentation, such as the Security Management Plan, as required by projects.
  
  

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in an IT related discipline is expected but not mandatory.
• Thorough understanding of modern IT infrastructure, applications and Cloud based technologies.
• Strong understanding of Secure by Design principles and MOD security policies and requirements (e.g. JSP 440, JSP 605, DEFCON 658).
• Proven analytical skills with a logical approach to problem-solving and the ability to develop innovative ideas and effective solutions.
• Effective communication skills and ability to convey complex technical details to clients in a straightforward manner.
• Strong background in security architectures, processes and both industry and government compliances (ISO27001, CES, CES+ in particular).
• Background in Microsoft, AWS and/or Cloudflare security technology would be beneficial.
• Good knowledge of security standards, legislation, and best practice.
• Must be able to achieve SC clearance upon appointment.
• Serco actively encourage applications from veterans, military spouses, and reservists.
  
  

What we offer:

• Company car.
• Bonus scheme.
• Private healthcare – individual.
• Life assurance.
• Up to 6% contributory pension.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Annual leave purchase scheme.
• Access to the Serco benefits portal offering discounts across major high street brands in Retail, Leisure & Hospitality.
• Health and wellbeing support for you and your family, including an Employee Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plans, free flu jabs, and more.
• Comprehensive career development opportunities, including role-specific training, leadership coaching, and formal study to support your growth with Serco.
• A safe, inclusive, and supportive culture.
• A company passionate about diversity and inclusion.
  
  

About Serco

At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.

By joining Serco you will have unlimited access to our Global Employee Networks – SercoInspire (Gender), SercoEmbrace (Multicultural), SercoUnlimited (Disability) and In@Serco (LGBT & Networks). Serco Employee Networks, led by colleagues who are passionate about diversity, inclusion and belonging.

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Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. We operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly Disability Confident Leader employers and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.

At Serco we support fair access to employment for those with unspent criminal convictions through the ‘Ban the Box’ pledge (some may be exempt due to the nature of the role and the security clearance required). Please contact our recruitment team directly on 0345 010 4000 to discuss.

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