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

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

Job summary

An innovative global law firm is seeking a Senior Security Architect for Network & Cloud to lead the design of cutting-edge cloud security solutions. This role offers the flexibility of remote work, with occasional travel to key locations for meetings. You will collaborate with a dedicated team of architects, shaping the future of security in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in enterprise network security and cloud technologies, with a passion for creating robust security frameworks. Join a forward-thinking organization where your expertise will make a significant impact in safeguarding vital information.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in cloud network security solutions.
• Extensive experience in designing enterprise cloud security solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of cloud network security solutions.
• Work with security architects and clients on security solutions.

Skills

Enterprise network security solutions management

CASB (Cloud Access Security Broker)

CNAPP (Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform)

Microsoft Defender (Cloud Apps)

Microsoft Entra ID

Palo Alto Prisma

Vectra AI

Cloud security solutions design

IAM solutions knowledge

Education

Bachelor in Computer Science

Tools

Zscaler

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

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Client:

Hawksworth

Location:

Leigh, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

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Job Description:

Hawksworth are now recruiting for a Snr 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 would ideally be based in Belfast but can also be Remote with infrequent travel to London or Belfast for meetups or meetings. You will need to have some flexibility to work within EMEA hours.

Salary is competitive and to be discussed on an indervidual basis.

There is no direct reports for this role at this time but it is a Senior position. You will be working within the Cloud Security team which includes 5 dedicated architects. The role involves working as part of the overall security solution alongside their clients, security architects, MS365 architects, vulnerability architects, and PKI architects. The successful Snr Security Architect will report directly to the Security Engineering Director but will also work daily with the wider Security Engineering Group.

Required skills & experience:

• Experience in managing enterprise network security solutions, particularly with CASB (cloud access security broker) and CNAPP (cloud-native application protection platform).
• Skillset in Microsoft technologies within Cloud Access security: Microsoft Defender (Cloud Apps), Microsoft Entra ID, CNAPP.
• Secondary skills that would be useful include experience in Palo Alto Prisma or Vectra AI (both are used).
• 3-5 years of experience working within network security solutions in the cloud. The experience must be within cloud network solutions engineering (security solutions within the cloud).
• Candidates should come from either a network security or security engineering background.
• Ideally, 10 years of experience, but candidates with 3 years of demonstrable experience within an enterprise monitoring network and security solutions in the cloud will also be considered.
• Zscaler experience is an advantage.
• A Computer Science bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
• Extensive experience in designing and implementing enterprise cloud security solutions
• Strong knowledge of IAM solutions with desired experience in Microsoft Entra ID

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