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Security Architect
Job Posted: an hour ago
Salary: £ 50,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Newport
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Security Architect
Newport (1 day a week onsite)
Salary: up to £55000 plus 29% Pension plus ecellent holidays and benefits
We're looking for a Security Architect to play a pivotal role in protecting the data, services, and infrastructure of a large organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to influence security strategy, embed secure-by-design principles, and work at the heart of complex, cutting-edge environments across cloud, hybrid, and on-premises platforms.
This position would suite a Junior Security Architect or Senior Security engineer who has some architecture experience who is looking to make their next move into a more mid level / senior Security Architect role.
You'll work closely with senior leaders and technical teams, acting as a trusted advisor and champion for security. Your expertise will ensure the companies systems remain compliant with industry standards such as ISO 27001, PCI DSS, GDPR, and NCSC frameworks, while enabling the business to achieve its goals safely and securely.
What you'll be doing:
Defining and evolving security architecture to align with government policies, industry regulations, and best practice.
Driving Secure by Design principles, building awareness and embedding security into every stage of solution development.
Managing security compliance roadmaps and ensuring they align with strategic goals and audit recommendations.
Staying ahead of emerging threats, compliance changes, and technologies to keep the organisation secure and informed.
Providing expert security advice throughout the design, build, and implementation of systems and infrastructure.
Influencing and inspiring stakeholders at all levels to embrace strong security practices.
Supporting assurance activities, including coordinating evidence for external frameworks such as GovAssure.
Playing a key role in incident response to identify and address architectural issues.About you:
We're looking for someone with a broad technical background, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to translate complex security concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Essential skills and experience:
Strong knowledge of cloud and hybrid technologies.
Solid understanding of Governance, Risk and Compliance frameworks, and core security principles (CIA triad).
Expertise in areas such as networking, identity management, authentication, authorisation, and cryptography.
Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
Confident decision-maker who can assess risks and recommend practical security solutions.
A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a sense of urgency when addressing incidents or challenges.
Passion for continuous learning and staying ahead of emerging threats and trends.Why join us?
This is a chance to make a real impact by shaping security for a forward-thinking organisation. You'll work with a passionate and supportive team, gain exposure to a wide range of technologies, and be part of a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growthBefore You Apply
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