Security Architect

Smart DCC; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Security Architect to join their innovative team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to design and implement cloud security architectures that align with the company's strategic goals. You'll work in a hybrid environment, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to drive security initiatives and ensure robust protection of sensitive data. If you're passionate about cloud security and eager to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking organization, this position is perfect for you. Join a team committed to transforming the energy sector and making a difference in the fight against climate change!

Benefits

Car allowance

Performance-related bonus

Health benefits

Flexible working hours

Personalized benefits plan

Qualifications

• Experience as a Cloud Security Architect in complex multi-cloud environments.
• Ability to process conflicting project requirements into a strategic framework.

Responsibilities

• Create a high-level cloud security architecture aligned with the CTO cloud strategy.
• Lead technical meetings with service providers and relay requirements.

Skills

Cloud Security Architecture

Multi-cloud deployments

Stakeholder management

Security Strategy

Technical requirements analysis

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Certifications in Cloud Security

Tools

Security components suite

DCC Security Architecture Framework

Job description

Salary: Competitive

Position: Security Architect

Location: London or Manchester – hybrid working policy

Compensation: Competitive Salary, car allowance, benefits, and performance-related bonus

Fantastic opportunity to secure a permanent role as a Security Architect. The Security Architect will create a high-level cloud security architecture aligned with the CTO cloud strategy, working with key service providers. The role is hybrid working based either in London or Manchester, with a policy of two days a week office-based and three days remote.

What will you be doing?

1. Creation of a Cloud Security Architecture
2. Creation of a roadmap to implement the architectural building blocks
3. Creating traceable requirements from business requirements through to technical controls
4. Relaying requirements from the DCC business to the design team
5. Assisting the Design team to relay technical requirements to service provider delivery teams
6. Leading technical meetings with service providers

What are we looking for?

1. Experience as a Cloud Security Architect of complex environments in multi-cloud deployments. Preferably includes experience of outsourced environments, Group/Market (hub and spoke) organisations, systems integrators. Telecoms background and experience of digital transformation from on-prem to hybrid/full cloud models would be a bonus.
2. Able to process conflicting project requirements into a strategic framework and drive delivery with several diverse stakeholders.
3. The architectural approach will follow the DCC Security Architecture Framework (based on CSA CCM) and the candidate must demonstrate a logical approach to delivery of components and show a roadmap with dependencies, business requirements, and next steps required from additional stakeholders.
4. Experience working as a consultant or architect reporting into C-level, with the ability to understand and explain Security Strategy in detail, justifying strategic decisions even when it means delaying tactical decisions.
5. Demonstrated technical background and understanding of a full suite of security components, their risk reduction capabilities, and interdependencies in an enterprise environment.

About the DCC:

At the DCC, we believe in making Britain more connected, so we can all lead smarter, greener lives. That desire to make a difference drives us every day, and it wouldn’t be possible without our people. Each person at the DCC brings a special kind of power to the business, and if you join us, we’ll give you the means to unleash yours. Here, we depend on each other and hold each other accountable. You have the power to challenge and make change, take the initiative, and enjoy real responsibility. Whether it’s doing purposeful work, helping us grow, or building the career you want – we’ll give you the support to do it all. Our secure network for smart meters is transforming Britain’s energy system and helping the country’s fight against climate change: we want you to be part of our journey.

Company Benefits:

The DCC’s continued success depends on our people. It’s important to us that you enjoy coming to work and feel healthy, happy, and rewarded. In this role, you’ll have access to a range of benefits which you can choose from to create a personalized plan unique to your lifestyle.

If you have any questions before applying, please contact Nick Hayman or complete your application so we can learn more about you. Your application will be carefully considered, and you’ll hear from us regarding its progress.

What to do now:

Choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.

As a Disability Confident member, DCC is committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments, need a copy of this job advert in an alternative format, or have any other questions before applying, please contact us.

Capita Opportunity Statement:

The parent company, Capita Plc, is a leading UK provider of technology-enabled business services. We’re supporting and improving the lives of millions of people every day, and we can only do this with the right people in place, working towards a shared goal. We encourage an open, honest working environment where everyone can be true to themselves, and people are valued for their differences. We’re always challenging each other to learn and improve because we know when we work together, we can deliver better outcomes. We work across a huge range of businesses and sectors, providing countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop your career, with the support you need to deliver. Our purpose is to create a better outcome for you.