Cyber and Security Architect - Healthcare

Cyber and Security Architect – Healthcare The Cyber and Security Architect will define and evolve security architecture across complex digital, clinical, and smart technology environments. They will ensure systems are secure, resilient, and compliant with national standards, acting as the senior authority on cybersecurity and embedding security into all layers of digital transformation.Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain enterprise security architecture across digital, clinical, and smart systems.
• Lead governance processes including design reviews, risk assessments, and compliance assurance.
• Align security with organisational goals, national standards, and digital health strategies.
• Embed secure-by-design principles into transformation programmes and operations.
• Monitor threats, assess vulnerabilities, and recommend innovative solutions.
• Produce and maintain security standards, patterns, and threat models.
• Mentor teams and build organisational security capability.
• Ensure compliance with regulations such as GDPR, ISO 27001, and NHS DSPT.

Skills & Experience

• Significant experience in security architecture within large, complex organisations.
• Knowledge of healthcare IT, smart technologies, interoperability, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure).
• Familiarity with key standards: NIST, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, NHS frameworks.
• Proven ability to embed security into digital transformation programmes.
• Strong risk management, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills.
• Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, SABSA, TOGAF) desirable.
• Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.