Security Architect

BULL-IT SOLUTIONS LTD; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consultancy in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Senior Security Architect. This role involves designing large-scale enterprise security architectures and implementing Microsoft security technologies. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years in IT, with at least 5 years in architecture roles and significant hands-on experience in enterprise security architecture. Exceptional communication skills are vital as you'll engage with technical and executive stakeholders. Professional security certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in the Information Technology field.
• 5+ years of experience in architecture roles, including solution architecture.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise security architecture.
• Professional security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or Azure-focused certifications.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop end-to-end enterprise security architectures.
• Lead the implementation and optimization of Microsoft security technologies.
• Develop advanced security analytics and threat intelligence models.
• Work closely with teams to ensure seamless security integration.
• Create architectural artifacts and technical documentation.
• Communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences.

Skills

Microsoft Sentinel

SOAR

DevOps security (IDE/CI/CD)

Cribl

Azure Security services

Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM)

Security analytics

Threat intelligence solutions

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Security Architect with deep expertise across enterprise security solutions and cloud security technologies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in designing and implementing large-scale security architectures, advanced threat detection capabilities, and modern security analytics frameworks. This role requires exceptional communication skills, the ability to engage with both technical and executive stakeholders, and a strong understanding of cloud-native security solutions—particularly within the Azure ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop end-to-end enterprise security architectures, including infrastructure, data ingestion pipelines, and cloud security posture components.
• Lead the implementation and optimization of Microsoft security technologies such as Sentinel, Defender XDR, SOAR, and integrations involving DevOps (IDE/CI/CD) and Cribl.
• Develop advanced security analytics, threat intelligence models, and monitoring capabilities for cloud and hybrid environments.
• Work closely with engineering, DevOps, and security operations teams to ensure seamless security integration across platforms.
• Create architectural artifacts including high-level designs, solution diagrams, security models, and technical documentation.
• Communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, including senior executives, technical teams, and business stakeholders.
• Provide advisory support on Azure Security, Data Ingest solutions, and Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM).
• Drive continuous improvements, best practices, and innovation within the enterprise security architecture domain.

Required Skills & Expertise

• Deep expertise in enterprise security technologies, especially:
  • Microsoft Sentinel
  • SOAR
  • DevOps security (IDE/CI/CD)
  • Cribl
• Strong hands‑on experience with:
  • Azure Security services
  • Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM)
  • Security analytics and threat intelligence solutions
• Expertise in one or more specialized areas:
  • Microsoft Sentinel
  • Cybersecurity solutions
  • SQL
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, especially when working with executive leadership.
• Ability to translate technical concepts into business language and tailor messaging to diverse audiences.
• Experience designing and documenting comprehensive security architecture solutions.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience.
• 12+ years of experience in the Information Technology field.
• 5+ years of experience in architecture roles, including solution architecture.
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience in enterprise security architecture.
• Professional security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or Azure-focused security certifications (e.g., AZ-500, SC-100).