Security Architect - M365

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Security Architect to lead the development and management of secure information systems. This exciting 12-month contract role requires expertise in Security Architecture, particularly within Modern Workplace and Active Directory environments. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with project managers and technical teams to design effective security solutions, ensuring compliance with best practices. With a hybrid working model based in London, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment while working alongside experienced professionals in the legal sector.

Qualifications

• Proven background in Security Architecture with enterprise-level experience.
• Experience in Modern Workplace and Active Directory environments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure correct application of security strategies and policies.
• Evaluate and integrate security technologies to enhance security posture.

Skills

Security Architecture

Modern Workplace (M365)

Active Directory

Data Centre Security

SD-WAN Security

Cloud Platforms (Azure)

Security Principles (NIST)

Education

CISA Certification

CISM Certification

SABSA Certification

TOGAF Certification

Job description

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Security Architect – 12 Month Contract – London – Inside IR35

My customer is seeking an experienced Security Architect to develop, implement, and manage secure information systems.

The successful Security Architect will design, assess, and recommend security solutions. Specific Security Architecture experience should cover areas including Modern Workplace (M365), Data Centre Security, Active Directory, or SD-WAN Security.

Key Responsibilities of the Security Architect:

• Ensure the correct application of security strategies, policies, standards, and best practices.
• Evaluate and integrate security technologies to enhance the firm's security posture.
• Collaborate and communicate with Project Managers and Technical teams to develop effective security designs.
• Create Low-Level Design (LLD) and High-Level Design (HLD) Architecture documents.
• Provide architectural knowledge for Modern Workplace, Data Centre/AD, or SD-WAN projects.

Experience Needed:

• Proven background in Security Architecture.
• Experience in Modern Workplace, M365, and Active Directory environments. Ideally, some experience with Data Centre and SD-WAN.
• Experience within the legal sector.
• Background in enterprise or global organizations.
• Certifications such as CISA, CISM, SABSA, or TOGAF are preferred.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms like Azure and security principles such as NIST.

The successful Security Architect will be required to work in a hybrid on-site role in London.

Please note, the Security Architect will need to undergo background checks before starting, including Right to Work, Reference, and Certification checks. This process may take up to 4 weeks.

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