10 of 10 Contract Security Architect Jobs in the North of England

FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Security Architect to work for our client within the retail sector. This is initially a 12-month contract with the potential to extend and will be a hybrid role that will be based in Bradford . Our client is seeking an experience Security Architect who will … support their Technology Architecture team in designing, governing, and implementing secure technology solutions across the business. This role works closely with senior architects, project teams, and security operations to help shape and assure the security posture of new systems, services, and infrastructure. Responsibilities as a Security Architect: Assist in the creation and maintenance of security architecture documentation, including high-level designs, patterns, and roadmaps Participate in architecture and technical review boards, contributing security insights to project and programme design Provide technical input on IT security strategy and help ensure alignment with the client’s reference architectures and security principles Collaborate with infrastructure, solution, and data architects to ensure security is More ❯

Enterprise Security Architect 6 month contract Leeds - hybrid working £700 per day outside IR35 About the Role Our client is seeking a highly capable and composed Enterprise Security Architect to support the Group Head of Cyber Strategy & Security Architecture in leading a 40-person function. This is a pivotal role that bridges strategic oversight and … not include direct line management, you will act as a technical lead and intermediary , helping to coordinate efforts across the team, support sensitive projects, and ensure high standards of security architecture are maintained across the business. Key Responsibilities Act as deputy to the Group Head of Cyber Strategy & Security Architecture. Provide technical leadership and oversight across the security … like Jira , Confluence , GitHub , Teams , and Slack . Serve as the first point of contact for escalations and workload prioritization. Review and advise on solution designs, ensuring alignment with security requirements and identifying potential risks. Support security decision-making and approvals, funnelling key decisions to the Group Head. Work across multiple business functions, supporting both on-prem and More ❯

Security Architect - AWS Cloud | Inside IR35 Location: Hybrid (2-3 days onsite) Contract Length: 6 months (likely extension) Engagement Type: Inside IR35 Day Rate: £[Competitive] per day We're looking for a talented Security Architect with a strong background in AWS cloud security to join a high-impact project within a leading [industry/sector … organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with 5+ years of experience in security architecture to shape and secure cloud environments at scale. Key Responsibilities Architect secure, scalable cloud solutions on AWS aligned with business and compliance needs. Conduct threat modelling, risk assessments, and security reviews across cloud-native platforms. Collaborate with DevOps, engineering, and compliance … teams to embed security best practices. Define and maintain security policies, standards, and reference architectures. Support incident response and cloud forensics as needed. Ensure alignment with security frameworks (eg, ISO 27001, NIST, CIS). Essential Skills 5+ years in security architecture roles, with a strong AWS focus. Deep knowledge of AWS services (IAM, KMS, VPC, CloudTrail More ❯

Security Architect – AWS Cloud | Inside IR35Location: Hybrid (2–3 days onsite in [City]) Contract Length: 6 months (likely extension) Engagement Type: Inside IR35 Day Rate: £[Competitive] per dayWe’re looking for a talented Security Architect with a strong background in AWS cloud security to join a high-impact project within a leading [industry/sector … organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with 5+ years of experience in security architecture to shape and secure cloud environments at scale. Key Responsibilities Architect secure, scalable cloud solutions on AWS aligned with business and compliance needs. Conduct threat modelling, risk assessments, and security reviews across cloud-native platforms. Collaborate with DevOps, engineering, and compliance … teams to embed security best practices. Define and maintain security policies, standards, and reference architectures. Support incident response and cloud forensics as needed. Ensure alignment with security frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, CIS). Essential Skills 5+ years in security architecture roles, with a strong AWS focus. Deep knowledge of AWS services (IAM, KMS, VPC, CloudTrail More ❯

We’re looking for a Senior Security Architect for our public sector client based in Newcastle on an initial 12-month contract paying up to £750 per day inside IR35. This role allows hybrid working with an expectation to attend the office 2 -3 days per week. You may wish to work from Leeds/Manchester/Blackpool … if you wish. You will need to either hold current Security Clearance (SC) or have the ability to pass it. The successful Security Architect will possess proven skills working with the following - Strong hands-on experience designing secure systems at scale AWS MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and data encryption techniques Background in microservice-based architectures CISSP Application security Database security Cloud security measures Interested? Please apply below Security Architect, CISSP, AWS, Cloud Security, Application Security, Public Sector, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, DevSecOps, Cyber Security, Digital Transformation, Security Clearance, Security Cleared, SC More ❯

Venn Group Security Architect SC Cleared 12 Month Contract Hybrid working in North East£600 - £750 per day (Inside IR35, Umbrella) Our client require a Senior Security Architect to join them on a long-term contract. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and implementation of secure system architectures across cloud and on-premise environments. Collaborate with and … influence senior stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and security communities to embed robust security practices. Drive technical analysis, identifying areas for architectural improvement and reuse of effective solutions across similar systems. Translate complex security and risk considerations into clear guidance for both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Support and mentor junior architects, acting as a technical escalation point … and contributing to overall quality assurance. Skills/Experience Required: Technical Skills: Proven experience in designing and reviewing secure systems using architectural patterns and security principles. Strong hands-on knowledge of AWS Cloud, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and encryption protocols for data at rest and in transit. Deep understanding of cloud security, application security and database security within More ❯

Security Architect Lead - 12-month Contract - SC Cleared Duration : 12 months Rate : £750 per day IR35 : Inside Location : Newcastle Hub (40% on-site, increasing to 60% from September). Open to other northern hubs (Leeds, Manchester, Blackpool) with occasional travel to Newcastle. A leading Central Government institution are seeking a Security Architect Lead. Knowledge & Experience Experience … scale micro-service infrastructure AWS Cloud MongoDB & PostgreSQL Systems that encrypt data Key Responsibilities Analyse technical solutions and identify areas for improvement. Reuse analysis across similar problem sets. Communicate security and risk implications to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Design and review secure system architectures using patterns and principles. Technical Skills (Priority Areas) Analysis: Ability to monitor and … drive technical analysis and feedback loops. Communication: Deep understanding of security concepts and ability to communicate them clearly. Designing Secure Systems: Experience in designing and reviewing secure architectures. If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further More ❯

Core Purpose The Senior Security Architect will:Engage with senior stakeholders across departments.Influence teams and communities across the organisation.Research and apply innovative security architecture solutions.Develop vision, principles, and strategy for security architecture.Balance security requirements and make informed design decisions.Lead technical design of systems and services.Support quality assurance and act as an escalation point for junior … architects. Key Responsibilities Analyse technical solutions and identify areas for improvement.Reuse analysis across similar problem sets.Communicate security and risk implications to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Design and review secure system architectures using patterns and principles. Technical Skills (Priority Areas) Analysis: Ability to monitor and drive technical analysis and feedback loops.Communication: Deep understanding of security concepts and ability … communicate them clearly.Designing Secure Systems: Experience in designing and reviewing secure architectures. Knowledge & Experience Experience with large-scale micro-service infrastructure. Essential: AWS CloudMongoDB & PostgreSQLSystems that encrypt data Broader Security Expertise Required Candidates must demonstrate hands-on experience in:Application securityDatabase securityCloud security measures Mandatory Certification All candidates must hold the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP More ❯

This is a fantastic opportunity to work as a contract Network Security Architect for a major pharmaceutical company, outside IR35, based in Macclesfield. This Network Security Architect role will require 2 days per week on site in Macclesfield. This Network Security Architect poistion will involve designing and implementing end to end network infrastructure automation … capabilities. The key skills required for this Network Security Engineer role are: ZScaler Zero Trust CCNP CCSA/CCSE Palo Alto If you do have the relevant experience for this long term Network Security Architect contract vacancy, please do apply. More ❯

This is a fantastic opportunity to work as a contract Network Security Architect for a major pharmaceutical company, outside IR35, based in Macclesfield. This Network Security Architect role will require 2 days per week on site in Macclesfield. This Network Security Architect poistion will involve designing and implementing end to end network infrastructure automation … capabilities. The key skills required for this Network Security Engineer role are: ZScaler Zero Trust CCNP CCSA/CCSE Palo Alto If you do have the relevant experience for this long term Network Security Architect contract vacancy, please do apply. More ❯