Security Architect

Experis; England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity consultancy in the UK seeks a proactive Security Architect with 2-3 years' experience. You will design secure architectures and integrate security throughout enterprise environments. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of Zero Trust and relevant security tools. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £65,000, hybrid working options, and a 10% company bonus.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £65,000

10% company bonus

27 days annual leave + bank holidays

Extra time off for Reservists

Hybrid working (onsite 2 days/week)

Travel expenses covered

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience in security/solution architecture or a technical cyber role.
• Hands-on knowledge of security tools like HashiCorp Vault and SIEM platforms.
• Experience in regulated sectors preferred, such as MOD.

Responsibilities

• Design and document secure architectures aligning with business needs.
• Integrate security with infrastructure and application teams.
• Recommend security tools and ensure alignment with standards.

Skills

Zero Trust

Defence in Depth

Secure by Design

HashiCorp Vault

SIEM platforms

Endpoint protection

Tools

Azure security

Job description

Overview

Security Architect – SC / DV Cleared

Are you a detail-driven Technical Security Architect with 2-3 years' experience and a passion for designing secure, scalable solutions?

We're looking for a proactive individual to join our growing cybersecurity team. You'll help shape and implement robust security architecture across enterprise environments, embedding best practice from design to delivery.

Responsibilities

• Design and document secure architectures (HLDs, LLDs) that align with business and regulatory needs
• Work closely with infrastructure and application teams to integrate security at every stage
• Guide the use of encryption, identity management, and secure access controls
• Recommend security tools and ensure alignment with frameworks like NIST, ISO 27001, and MOD standards

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience in security/solution architecture or a technical cyber role
• Solid grasp of Zero Trust, Defence in Depth, and Secure by Design principles
• Hands-on knowledge of tools like HashiCorp Vault, SIEM platforms, and endpoint protection
• Experience in regulated sectors (MOD preferred) and familiarity with Azure security

Certifications

Certifications (desirable): CISSP, CISM, CCSP, TOGAF, SABSA, ArchiMate

What’s on offer?

• Competitive salary up to 65,000
• 10% company bonus
• 27 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Extra time off for Reservists
• Hybrid working (onsite 2 days/week in the South West - expenses covered)
• Be based anywhere in the UK but must have willingness to travel to customer sites (most work is South West based)

Please note: Applicants must be eligible for a minimum of SC clearance to be considered.

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