Senior Cyber Security Architect

ZipRecruiter; Brentford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK's defence sector is seeking an Information Security Architect for a 12-month contract on-site in Aldermaston. The role involves overseeing security architecture, guiding solution architects, and implementing security controls across project lifecycles. Candidates must have a strong background in security frameworks and classified environments, with excellent communication skills for collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Strong background as a Security Architect in secure or classified environments.
• Deep understanding of security frameworks and enterprise-level security principles.
• Experience with HMG, MoD, and NCSC guidance and processes.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary security architecture lead for complex IT systems.
• Develop and apply security architecture principles aligned with national standards.
• Conduct technical risk assessments and vulnerability assessments.

Skills

Security Architecture

Risk Assessment

Communication

Job description

Job Description

Information Security Architect | On-site – Aldermaston

Up to £90 per hour via Umbrella

Full-time on-site in Aldermaston

12-month contract

ABOUT THE CLIENT:

Our client plays a vital role in the UK's defence infrastructure, operating within one of the most secure and regulated environments in the country. Due to increasing demands across high-impact IT and infrastructure programmes, they are seeking a Cyber Security Architectural Lead to provide specialist oversight, assurance, and leadership in all areas of information risk and security architecture.

THE INFORMATION SECURITY ARCHITECT ROLE:

• Act as the primary security architecture lead for complex IT systems and programmes
• Develop and apply security architecture principles aligned with HMG, MoD, and NCSC standards
• Guide solution architects on embedding security controls and designs across project lifecycles
• Review and assure high/low-level solution designs for compliance and risk mitigation
• Facilitate system accreditations and interface with NCSC and other authorities
• Conduct technical risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, and IT Health Checks
• Lead Security Working Groups and represent security interests in cross-functional settings
• Provide leadership in embedding security architecture best practices across the wider team

INFORMATION SECURITY ARCHITECT ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

• Strong background as a Security Architect in secure or classified environments
• Deep understanding of security frameworks, architecture methodologies, and enterprise-level security principles
• Experience working with HMG, MoD, and NCSC guidance and accreditation processes
• Demonstrable experience in developing and assuring secure designs and technical risk assessments
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams

TO BE CONSIDERED:

Please either apply through this advert or email me directly via [e-mail]. For further information, please call me: 0203 854 0120. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.