Security Architect

Harvey Nash; Manchester; Remote; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Talantir is seeking a Security Architect to lead security architecture across cloud, data, APIs, and mobile platforms. You will develop and maintain enterprise security architecture frameworks, standards, and roadmaps, partnering with engineers, operations, and vendors to protect assets and data.

The role emphasizes secure-by-design, threat modelling, secure coding practices, and staying current with threats.

Qualifications

• Requires 3+ years in cyber security with security architecture experience.
• Experience with public cloud environments and recognized frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, PCI DSS).
• Strong understanding of cyber risk management and remediation strategies.
• Knowledge of security technologies and secure-by-design principles.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure solutions across enterprise platforms.
• Develop and maintain security architecture frameworks, standards and roadmaps.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into secure architecture strategies.
• Conduct security architecture assessments and identify vulnerabilities and remediation actions.

Skills

Cloud security

Security architecture

Threat modelling

Risk management

Zero trust

Vulnerability assessment

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related field

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

Tools

Firewalls

IPS

WAF

Endpoint protection

SIEM

Vulnerability management

Job description

Purpose of the Role:

Role: Security ArchitectSalary: Up to £65,000 + bonusLocation: Bolton, Chesterfield, London or home-basedMy client is looking for a Security Architect to join the Enterprise Security Architecture team within the CISO function. This role will play a key part in driving the organisation’s security strategy and ensuring security is embedded across all technology initiatives. You will support the development and implementation of security architecture frameworks, standards, and roadmaps, working closely with architects, engineering teams, operations, and third-party partners to protect the organisation’s assets, data, and infrastructure. The role requires strong knowledge of modern digital architecture, including cloud, data, APIs, and mobile platforms, along with the ability to design and implement secure solutions across areas such as network security, endpoint security, data security, hybrid cloud security, and zero trust architectures. Support the development and maintenance of enterprise security architecture frameworks, standards, and patterns aligned with industry best practices. Ensure solutions are designed securely and in line with enterprise security architecture principles. Promote secure-by-design principles and secure coding practices across development teams. Collaborate with business stakeholders, architects, engineering teams, and vendors to translate business requirements into secure architecture strategies. Stay up to date with emerging security technologies, threats, and best practices. Conduct security architecture assessments, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending remediation. Support the CISO team in identifying architectural risks and improving the organisation’s overall security posture. Knowledge, Experience & SkillsCertifications (One or more preferred)Degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related fieldCertified Information Systems Security ProfessionalCertified Information Security ManagerCertified Cloud Security ProfessionalInformation Systems Security Architecture ProfessionalInformation Systems Security Engineering Professional Technical Skills3+ years’ experience in cyber security, with experience in security architecture, including public cloud environments.Experience working with recognised frameworks such as:NIST Cybersecurity FrameworkISO 27001PCI DSSExperience designing and implementing secure solutions across enterprise platforms.Strong understanding of cyber security risk management and mitigation strategies.Knowledge of security technologies such as firewalls, IPS, WAF, endpoint protection, SIEM, and vulnerability management tools.Experience conducting threat modelling for applications and services.Strong understanding of enterprise IT infrastructure and well-architected frameworks.