Security Architect (SC Cleared)

Sanderson Recruitment Plc; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Cyber Consultancy is seeking a Technical Cyber Security Architect to shape secure digital transformation. This remote role includes responsibilities such as providing secure design advice, ensuring compliance with security standards, and delivering cloud security architecture. Candidates need SC level clearance and should have expertise in security legislation, cloud security, and soft skills like analytical thinking and teamwork. The company offers a flexible working environment and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Career Development

Private Health Care

Cash Back Plan

Buy/Sell Holiday Options

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Security Architect or in a technical cyber role.
• Proven expertise in security frameworks and legislation.
• Experience with microservice architectures.

Responsibilities

• Provide secure design advice from project discovery through to disposal.
• Ensure solutions align with security standards.
• Deliver security architecture for cloud deployments.

Skills

Security legislation (GDPR, PCI DSS, ICO)

Cloud security (AWS, Azure)

Strong analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

SABSA certification

TOGAF certification

CISSP certification

CISM certification

Tools

PKI

Cryptography

Privileged Access Management

Job description

Technical Cyber Security Architect (SC)
Remote (UK-based) with occasional travel required
Full-time, Permanent - Competitive Salary
Security Clearance: Candidates must hold SC level clearance and meet UK residency requirements

About the Role

We're looking for a Technical Cyber Security Architect to join our client; a leading Cyber Consultancy that’s shaping the future of secure digital transformation.

This is a unique opportunity to work alongside expert peers in Secure Architecture and Risk Planning, contributing to a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. You’ll help clients define and implement security architectures that protect their assets and enable confident decision‑making.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide secure design advice from project discovery through to disposal.
• Ensure solutions align with security standards and architectural patterns.
• Promote Secure by Design principles to reduce information risk.
• Validate security controls and their effectiveness.
• Deliver security architecture for cloud deployments (private/public).
• Design and scope IT Health Checks and interpret outcomes.
• Identify and mitigate security risks in solution architectures.
• Conduct threat modelling and risk analysis.
• Design proportional security controls using native cloud technologies.
• Produce security architecture artefacts including standards and blueprints.

What You’ll Bring

Prior and proven experience gained as a Security Architect or in a technical cyber role.

• Expertise in:
  • Security legislation (GDPR, PCI DSS, ICO)
  • Frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST CSF, CIS Controls v8)
  • HMG/NCSC policies and guidance
  • Cloud security (AWS, Azure)
  • Microservice architectures
  • PKI, Cryptography, Privileged Access Management
• Certifications: SABSA, TOGAF, AWS/Azure Architect, CISSP, CISM (or working towards CIISEC/UK Cyber Security Council registration).
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical thinking, communication, teamwork, and adaptability.

What’s in it for You

• Flexible Working: Remote‑first with travel as needed.
• Career Development: Continuous learning and professional growth.
• Benefits Package: Includes Private Health Care, Cash Back Plan, Buy/Sell Holiday Options, Life Assurance, and more.

Interested?

Submit your application to learn more about this exciting opportunity.

Reasonable Adjustments:

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