Senior Cyber Security Architect & Strategy Lead

ScottishPower; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead Cyber Security Architect to ensure strategic security vision delivery. The role involves developing security standards, leading architecture projects, and collaborating across departments. The ideal candidate has experience managing senior stakeholder relationships and holds relevant cyber security qualifications. Competitive salary around £85,000 with additional benefits such as a bonus, family medical cover, and a strong pension scheme are included.

Benefits

36 days annual leave

Double matching pension contributions

Healthcare benefits

Cycle to Work scheme

Electric Vehicle Schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in managing relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Understanding of information risk assessment processes.
• Knowledge of protective security and threats to operational technology.
• Ability to identify and lead key security technology opportunities.
• Experience in cyber risk assessment and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of the Security Architecture Plan and associated roadmaps.
• Provide leadership and direction for security architecture domains.
• Align security architecture with the overall business strategy.
• Collaborate with procurement and legal teams for project sourcing.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Managing relationships with senior stakeholders

Information risk assessment

Protective security knowledge

Cyber risk management

Team management

Problem analysis and solution recommendation

Education

CISSP or CISM certification

SABSA or TOGAF qualification

Job description

A leading energy provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead Cyber Security Architect to ensure strategic security vision delivery. The role involves developing security standards, leading architecture projects, and collaborating across departments. The ideal candidate has experience managing senior stakeholder relationships and holds relevant cyber security qualifications. Competitive salary around £85,000 with additional benefits such as a bonus, family medical cover, and a strong pension scheme are included.