Senior Security Architect (Network & Cloud) - Remote (UK)

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Security Architect to lead the design of innovative cloud network security solutions. This remote role offers flexibility and requires collaboration with a dedicated team of architects. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in enterprise security solutions, particularly with Microsoft technologies and cloud security frameworks. Join a forward-thinking firm that values your expertise and offers competitive compensation tailored to your skills. If you’re ready to make a significant impact in the realm of cloud security, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in cloud network security solutions engineering.
• Strong knowledge of IAM solutions, especially Microsoft Entra ID.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of cloud network security solutions.
• Collaborate with various architects and clients on security solutions.

Skills

Enterprise Network Security Solutions Management

Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB)

Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP)

Microsoft Defender (Cloud Apps)

Microsoft Entra ID

Palo Alto Prisma

Vectra AI

IAM Solutions

Cloud Security Solutions Engineering

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Zscaler

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Senior Security Architect (Network & Cloud) - Remote (UK), Leeds, West Yorkshire

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Client:

Hawksworth

Location:

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Hawksworth is now recruiting for a Senior Security Architect for Network & Cloud for a global law firm. You will lead the design and development of the firm’s cloud network security solutions.

The role is ideally based in Belfast but can also be remote with infrequent travel to London or Belfast for meetups or meetings. Flexibility to work within EMEA hours is required.

Salary is competitive and will be discussed on an individual basis.

This is a senior position within the Cloud Security team, which includes 5 dedicated architects. You will collaborate with clients, security architects, MS365 architects, vulnerability architects, and PKI architects. The successful candidate will report directly to the Security Engineering Director and work closely with the wider Security Engineering Group.

Required skills & experience:

• Experience managing enterprise network security solutions, especially with CASB (Cloud Access Security Broker) and CNAPP (Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform).
• Skills in Microsoft technologies related to Cloud Access Security: Microsoft Defender (Cloud Apps), Microsoft Entra ID, CNAPP.
• Secondary experience with Palo Alto Prisma or Vectra AI is advantageous.
• 3-5 years of experience in cloud network security solutions engineering; candidates with 3 years of demonstrable experience in enterprise cloud security solutions will also be considered.
• Background in network security or security engineering.
• Ideally, 10 years of overall experience, but candidates with significant relevant experience are encouraged to apply.
• Zscaler experience is a plus.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience.
• Extensive experience designing and implementing enterprise cloud security solutions.
• Strong knowledge of IAM solutions, especially Microsoft Entra ID.

If you are a talented Security Architect with the above capabilities, please apply now.