Software Security Lead | Hybrid | £84K

Akkodis; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking professional services firm in London is seeking a Software & Application Security Lead to shape how security is embedded in their digital product journey. In this hybrid role, you will drive a security-first culture, define application security strategies, and work closely with developers and stakeholders to ensure secure coding practices. The position offers a salary of up to £84,000 plus benefits, with flexibility for remote work and office visits.

Qualifications

• Strong background in both software development and security.
• Proven experience embedding security in agile environments.
• Hands-on knowledge of cloud platforms and scripting.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver a clear application security strategy.
• Work with agile product teams to integrate security into the development lifecycle.
• Maintain documentation and provide updates on security posture.

Skills

Software development

Application security

Agile development environments

Cloud platforms

CI/CD pipelines

Scripting (PowerShell, YAML, JSON)

Threat modelling

Security tooling

Risk assessments

Excellent communication

Job description

Software & Application Security Lead
Permanent Hybrid (UK - a few visits per month) Up to 84,000

We're partnered with a modern, forward-thinking professional services firm that’s putting security at the heart of everything they build. As part of their growing technology function, they’re looking for a Software & Application Security Lead to take the lead in shaping how security is embedded into every stage of their digital product journey.

This is a role with real influence - you’ll help define the software security strategy, guide engineers on best practice, and ensure the products they deliver are secure by design. You’ll work closely with developers, architects, and business stakeholders to create an environment where secure coding and proactive risk management come naturally.

What you’ll be doing

You will play a leading role in driving a security‑first culture across agile product teams, defining and delivering a clear application security strategy that aligns with business goals. Working hand‑in‑hand with developers, you’ll weave security seamlessly into the software development lifecycle – from designing controls and integrating testing into CI/CD pipelines to supporting vulnerability management and remediation. Acting as the go‑to expert for secure design, threat modelling, and compliance, you’ll make sure teams have the knowledge, tools, and confidence to build securely from the start. Alongside this, you’ll maintain clear documentation and provide regular updates to senior leaders, ensuring transparency and visibility across the organisation’s overall security posture.

What we’re looking for

• A strong background in both software development and security, confident working with code and understanding risk.
• Proven experience embedding security in agile development environments.
• Hands‑on knowledge of cloud platforms, CI/CD pipelines, and scripting (PowerShell, YAML, JSON, etc.).
• Familiarity with frameworks and standards such as OWASP, NIST SSDF, ISO27001, or NCSC.
• Practical experience with threat modelling, security tooling, and risk assessments.
• Excellent communication skills, able to influence and engage at all levels from developers to executives.
• A collaborative, proactive approach to solving problems and improving security culture.

Why this role?

You’ll be joining a business that truly values security and invests in doing it properly – not as a box‑ticking exercise. You’ll have the freedom to shape how security fits into product development, the support of a talented engineering community, and the flexibility of a modern hybrid setup.

Location: London (hybrid – typically a few office visits each month)
Salary: Up to 84,000 + benefits

If you’re ready to take ownership of application security, lead by example, and help a growing team deliver secure, innovative digital products, we’d love to hear from you.

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.