Security Assurance Architect - DV Cleared

Talent Locker; Farnborough; Hybrid; GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Defence & National Security sector seeks a Security Assurance Architect to contribute to innovative projects. You will work on designing secure architectures, writing security policies, and managing risk, all while engaging with key MOD stakeholders. This role promises flexibility with options for hybrid working and offers opportunities for professional growth within a high-impact environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in designing and assuring security architectures in Defence or similar secure sectors.
• Deep understanding of security components like cryptography and access control.
• Currently DV (Developed Vetting) Cleared.

Responsibilities

• Designing robust, secure-by-design architectures aligned to government standards.
• Managing risk using frameworks like NIST 800-53 and producing key security artefacts.
• Leading security assurance processes across the programme lifecycle.

Skills

SecOps design

Writing security policies

Risk management

Stakeholder communication

Tools

Azure

AWS

Kubernetes

NodeJS

MongoDB

Kafka

Job description

Security Assurance Architect - DV Cleared

Security Assurance Architect - Defence & National Security (DV Cleared)
Location: Farnborough / Hybrid | Clearance: DV Cleared | Salary: £90k + excellent benefits

Looking to use your security architecture and assurance to make a real difference on high-impact defence and national security projects? This Digital Innovations & Delivery partner has impressive year-on-year growth secured for the next three years, so there are plenty of fantastic projects for you to work on across MOD & Defence.

A DV Security Architect or security assurance architect is required to join a fast-paced partner working on some of the UK's most innovative digital transformation programmes in secure environments. You'll need strong SecOps design and build experience, along with hands-on involvement in writing security policies, managing formal assurance documentation, and engaging with governance frameworks. Location-wise, this is flexible and could be Farnborough or home based.

Do you want to work on projects that matter - cutting-edge, high-stakes work in the Defence & Security sector? Here you can be part of a collaborative team shaping secure, cloud-native architectures, and enjoy flexibility, autonomy, and real variety in your day-to-day.

What you'll be doing
• Designing robust, secure-by-design architectures aligned to MOD and wider government standards
• Writing and maintaining formal security policies and documentation
• Managing risk using frameworks like NIST 800-53 and producing key security artefacts (RMAs, Security Aspects, Test Plans, etc.)
• Working with cross-functional teams including DevSecOps, Software, Infrastructure and Agile delivery
• Leading on security assurance processes across the programme lifecycle
• Providing strategic guidance on cyber security, threat mitigation, and compliance
• Engaging with MOD stakeholders, accreditors, and assurance bodies to meet regulatory requirements

What you'll bring
• Strong experience in designing and assuring security architectures in Defence or similar secure sectors
• Experience writing security policies and working with formal assurance processes
• Deep understanding of security components (cryptography, access control, data inspection etc.)
• Familiarity with JSP 604/453 and MOD assurance frameworks
• High standards in documentation and stakeholder communication
• Currently DV (Developed Vetting) Cleared

Bonus if you have: DevSecOps, Agile or CI/CD experience, or exposure to tools like Azure, AWS, Kubernetes, NodeJS, MongoDB, or Kafka

Do you want to work on some of the best projects in the MOD & Defence world for a high-growth company with long-term project pipelines and career opportunities?

• Farnborough, Heathrow (Staines-Upon-Thames)
• Farnborough, Heathrow (Staines-Upon-Thames)