Security Architect

JR United Kingdom; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks a Security Architect to join a large-scale network refresh project in Portsmouth. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT security design and experience with vulnerability management tools like Tenable or Qualys, along with BPSS clearance. Initial onsite work will transition to a flexible schedule, supporting a dynamic project environment.

Qualifications

• Strong background in IT Security design.
• Experience with Tenable or Qualys for vulnerability management.
• Current BPSS clearance or willingness to undergo clearance.

Responsibilities

• Review IT security blueprints and suggest improvements.
• Manage vulnerability management initiatives using Tenable or Qualys.
• Work on a large-scale network refresh project.

Skills

IT Security Design

Vulnerability Management

Network Security

ITIL

Tools

Tenable

Qualys

Cisco

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Client:

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Group

Location:

portsmouth, hampshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Security Architect – Tenable or Qualys – BPSS min requirement

We are looking for a Security Architect, min requirement is to be BPSS cleared and happy to go through Security Clearance.

We need someone with experience of Vulnerability Management solutions such as Tenable or Qualys with a strong knowledge of network security solutions, ITIL and Service Management all within a Cisco environment. The project is a large-scale network refresh based in Southampton that will be based onsite for the first 4-6 weeks and then revert to 1 day per week in the office.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Strong background in IT Security design, ability to look over blueprints and make suggested technical changes to meet business needs.
• Strong background in vulnerability management with strong Tenalbe or Qualys.
• Happy to go through security clearance, with current BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) a minimum.
• Strong knowledge of network security with a Cisco environment with any certifications a real advantage.