Senior Security Architect — Cloud & Enterprise Security Leader

DWP Digital; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Flexible working hours

Excellent pension contributions

Job summary

DWP Digital is seeking a Senior Security Architect to provide expert leadership across our Corporate Centre Services function. You will apply secure-by-design principles, enterprise architecture and cloud security to influence strategic decisions and guide multidisciplinary teams.

The role emphasizes mentoring, governance, and building capability within the security community. With a focus on large digital environments, you will shape standards and roadmaps while communicating complex concepts

Qualifications

• Experience operating as a Security Architect within large, complex organisations.
• Strong expertise in cyber security risk management and threat mitigation.
• Knowledge of identity and access management technologies and security protocols.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement to influence decision-making and guide teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on secure solution design and risk assessment.
• Lead secure architectures from discovery to live service.
• Develop secure, cost-effective solutions aligned with enterprise standards.
• Produce architecture artefacts and governance documentation.
• Mentor colleagues and strengthen capability across architecture communities.

Skills

Security architecture

Cyber security risk management

Identity and access management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

CISSP certification

Master's in information security

Job description

DWP Digital is seeking a Senior Security Architect to provide expert leadership across our Corporate Centre Services function. You will apply secure-by-design principles, enterprise architecture and cloud security to influence strategic decisions and guide multidisciplinary teams.

The role emphasizes mentoring, governance, and building capability within the security community. With a focus on large digital environments, you will shape standards and roadmaps while communicating complex concepts