Security Architect

Computappoint; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 99.000 - 132.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Computappoint is seeking an experienced Security Architect to lead and evolve its enterprise security architecture strategy. This senior role in Technology acts as the principal technical authority for cyber security across cloud, on-premises and hybrid environments.

You will shape security standards, architecture patterns and governance while working with Technology, Information Security, Risk, Compliance and Legal teams.

Qualifikationen

• Proven experience as Security Architect in legal/regulated environments.
• Experience with enterprise security architecture across cloud and on-premises.
• Strong knowledge of security standards and governance.

Aufgaben

• Own and develop the enterprise security architecture strategy and roadmap.
• Provide expert guidance on cyber security, Zero Trust and SASE architectures.
• Define security standards, principles and architectural patterns across the technology estate.
• Establish governance and security frameworks for AI technologies.
• Ensure security-by-design across new solutions and platforms.
• Advise on identity and access management, encryption, data residency and cloud security.
• Align decisions with ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, GDPR and NIS2.
• Support audits and regulatory inquiries.
• Evaluate security technologies, vendors and strategies.
• Produce security architecture artefacts and design documentation.

Kenntnisse

Enterprise security architecture

Cloud security

Hybrid infrastructures

Ausbildung

Degree in Computer Science

CISSP certification

TOGAF certified

Tools

Azure

Jobbeschreibung

Security Architect (Enterprise Security Architecture)

Location: Hybrid working - City of London (2-day onsite a week)

Sector: International Law Firm / Highly-regulated

Salary: £115,000 salary + bonus

An international law firm is seeking an experienced Security Architect to lead and evolve its enterprise security architecture strategy. This is a senior leadership role within the Technology function, acting as the principal technical authority for cyber security across cloud, on-premises and hybrid environments.

The successful candidate will shape security standards, architecture patterns and governance frameworks, ensuring technology solutions are secure, compliant and aligned with business objectives. The role will work closely with senior stakeholders, including Technology, Information Security, Risk, Compliance and Legal teams, while also playing a key role in the organisation's approach to AI security and data protection.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and develop the enterprise security architecture strategy and roadmap.
• Provide expert guidance on cyber security, Zero Trust and SASE architectures.
• Define security standards, principles and architectural patterns across the technology estate.
• Establish governance and security frameworks for the safe adoption of AI technologies.
• Ensure security-by-design principles are embedded across all new solutions and platforms.
• Advise on identity and access management, encryption, data residency and cloud security.
• Align architectural decisions with frameworks and regulations including ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, GDPR and NIS2.
• Support client audits, security assessments and regulatory enquiries.
• Evaluate and recommend security technologies, vendors and strategic solutions.
• Produce and maintain high-level security architecture artefacts, standards and design documentation.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Security Architect within a law firm or legal services environment.
• Strong expertise across enterprise security architecture, cloud security and hybrid infrastructures at least recent 5 years experience
• Experience designing and implementing Zero Trust and SASE frameworks.
• Deep understanding of identity management, network security, segmentation, encryption and threat protection technologies.
• Experience with Azure cloud services and enterprise-scale architecture design.
• Knowledge of AI security risks, governance and secure adoption practices.
• Strong understanding of ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, NIS2 and related compliance frameworks.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at executive level.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• CISSP certification essential; CISM and SABSA desirable.
• TOGAF certified (version 9 or above preferred).

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded international law firm and play a pivotal role in shaping and securing its global technology landscape.