Security Architect

Advanced Resource Managers

Newport

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Security Architect for a 6-month contract in Newport, United Kingdom. In this role, you will design secure system architectures, ensure compliance with MOD requirements, and produce necessary security documentation. Candidates should have a strong background in cyber security architecture and certifications like CISSP or CISM. Immediate applicants are encouraged to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Qualifications

Experience in secure system architectures for MOD platforms.
Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53, ISO 27001, JSP 440.
Hands-on skills in present secure designs to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain secure system architectures.
Produce security documentation including risk assessments.
Liaise with security stakeholders to support assurance.

Skills

Cyber security architecture

MOD security requirements

Secure by Design

Risk management frameworks

Communication skills

Education

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

SABSA or TOGAF certification

Job description

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Overview

Security Architect — 6 month contract — Based in Newport

Specialist Defence, Aerospace & Security Recruiter at ARM Recruitment

Do you have experience in Secure by Design?

Do you have knowledge of MOD security requirements?

Do you want to work with an industry-leading company?

If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you!

As the Security Architect, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry.

You will be involved in:

Design, develop, and maintain secure system architectures for MOD platforms, applications, and networks
Ensure alignment with relevant standards and frameworks including; NIST SP 800-53, ISO 27001, JSP 440, DEF STAN 05-138, and NCSC guidance
Produce and maintain security documentation including; Security Architecture Documents, Security Risk Assessments, and Security Management Plans
Lead and support secure design reviews and contribute to engineering assurance gates
Liaise with security stakeholders (MOD, NCSC etc.), Information Assurance teams, and other stakeholders to support security assurance processes
Collaborate with engineering and development teams to ensure security requirements are met from the outset
Keep up to date of evolving threat landscapes and propose mitigations aligned with system requirements
Proven experience in cyber security architecture within a defence, aerospace, or critical national infrastructure environment
Strong knowledge of MOD security requirements (e.g. JSP 440, JSP 604, DEF STANs)
Good working knowledge and experience of Secure by Design
A robust background in security architectures, processes, and both industry and government compliances (e.g. ISO 27001, CE/CE+)
Solid understanding of systems engineering principles and secure development lifecycles
Experience developing artefacts to support MOD security assurance
Hands-on knowledge of risk management frameworks (e.g. HMG IS1/IS2, NIST RMF)
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal – able to present to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
SABSA, TOGAF or equivalent architecture certifications