Security Architect

We are looking for Security Architect in Manchester and it's Permanent Position.

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced Information Security Architect to join our Digital & Data team. You will work with clients and cross-functional teams to design and deliver effective security solutions across large-scale infrastructure, technology, and integration projects.

The role requires strong information security knowledge, analytical problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively with technical and business stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver information security solutions for large-scale infrastructure and integration projects.
• Work closely with clients, technical teams, product teams, and other stakeholders to understand security requirements.
• Provide security guidance across the design, development, integration, and implementation life cycle.
• Identify security risks, assess their potential impact, and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Apply security best practices, frameworks, standards, and governance processes.
• Participate in technical discussions, workshops, and in-person whiteboarding sessions to solve complex security challenges.
• Collaborate with Agile and cross-functional teams to deliver secure technology solutions.
• Communicate security risks, recommendations, and technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Contribute to internal knowledge sharing, mentoring, and continuous improvement.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong foundation and practical experience in Information Security/Cyber Security.
• Experience delivering security solutions for large-scale infrastructure, technology, or integration projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced consulting or technology environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively within Agile and cross-functional teams.
• Experience with security architecture, risk management, governance, or security frameworks would be beneficial.

Desirable Certifications

Candidates with relevant professional certifications such as:

• CISSP
• CISM
• IISP/CCP
• TOGAF