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

Security Architect Cloud/DevSecOps Location: Hybrid 23 days every fortnight on-site in Newcastle Clearance: Must hold or be eligible for UK Security Clearance Rate: £400£550 per day (Inside IR35) About the Role Were seeking an experienced Security Architect with strong Cloud and DevSecOps expertise to join our team. In this high-impact role, you … will lead the definition and implementation of the cloud security framework and architecture, ensuring solutions meet business needs, compliance requirements, and performance goals. Youll act as a subject matter expert, guiding technical teams, influencing architectural decisions, and embedding secure-by-design principles across the full delivery lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Define and maintain the cloud security architecture and framework, aligned with organisational strategy and governance. Document and oversee the implementation of cloud security controls, ensuring smooth transition to managed operations. Provide technical leadership across multiple project teams, setting best practice and architectural standards. Design and deliver innovative cloud security solutions that align with enterprise cloud strategy. Conduct regular security assessments to ensure compliance More ❯

leading organisation in the technology sector, is seeking a DevOps Engineer to join their dynamic team based in Newcastle on a contract basis for 13 months. This role requires Security Clearance (SC) and offers a hybrid working model, with three days a week on-site. You will play a pivotal role in defining, documenting, and implementing cutting-edge cloud … security frameworks and architectures. Key Responsibilities: Define the cloud security framework and architecture to meet business requirements and performance goals Document the implementation of cloud security controls and facilitate their transition to managed operations Act as a subject matter expert in DevOps, providing guidance and expertise across multiple teams Develop innovative security solutions that align … with the overall cloud strategy Conduct regular assessments of cloud security controls to ensure compliance and effectiveness Lead training sessions to enhance team knowledge on cloud security best practices Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security into the development lifecycle Stay updated on the latest cloud security trends to continually improve the security framework More ❯

Role Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Cloud Security Engineer with hands-on experience using Wiz and deep technical expertise across major cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, and GCP . This role is key in strengthening our cloud security posture, managing security incidents, and driving proactive improvements through advanced risk and control measures. You will collaborate … with cross-functional IT, DevOps, and Security teams to identify, assess, and mitigate security risks, leveraging automation and best practices to ensure secure cloud environments across our organization. Key Responsibilities Deploy, configure, and optimize Wiz for continuous cloud security monitoring and compliance management. Identify vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and risks across AWS, Azure, and GCP environments, and drive remediation … efforts. Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for security incidents and coordinate escalations as needed. Partner with software engineering and infrastructure teams to integrate security best practices into CI/CD pipelines and software design. Monitor industry information technology trends to anticipate evolving threats and recommend security strategy enhancements. Participate in change and transformation initiatives to improve digital More ❯

Security Architect – UK (Onsite 2 Days/Week) Locations: Manchester/Newcastle/London Clearance: Active BPSS + UK Passport Only Residency: Minimum 5 Years in UK Strict Requirement: Only British Nationals with active BPSS clearance will be considered. Role Overview: Security Architect for a Government cloud transformation programme The role involves defining security standards, analysing impacts … and guiding technical teams across a large-scale Oracle-on-Cloud environment. Key Responsibilities Lead security requirements analysis for cloud migration. Define & enhance departmental Cloud security standards. Work with engineering teams to assess impacts and propose secure solutions. Produce Requirements & Impact Analysis documentation. Define security architecture frameworks and technical options. Must-Have Skills Strong experience in … security architecture for cloud platforms. Oracle database experience (Oracle on AWS preferred). Exposure to Java middleware, Pro*C, PL/SQL batch applications. Experience with client-side field-level encryption in large Oracle environments. Strong stakeholder and communication skills. Work Model Mostly remote, but onsite 2 days/week in Manchester/Newcastle/London as required. More ❯

Security Architect 6 months Manchester or Newcastle - Remote £700 per day inside IR35 - Umbrella only Active SC cleared or eligible candidates will be considered Role description Security Architect required to lead Security requirements analysis phase on Move to Cloud programme of major Government department Database platform. Essential skills and experience Stakeholder engagement required to drive out an … updated view on current Departmental security standards and broker an enhanced set of Cloud security standards. Target technical platform is Oracle on AWS with a Java middleware layer and Pro*C, PL/SQL batch application. Provide leadership and direction to technical engineering/development resources in impacting potential security requirements and drive out technical approaches and … solutions. The architect will be responsible for the production of a Requirements and Impact Analysis report, and documenting technical options and candidate security architecture frameworks to meet the client requirements. Experience with Client-side field level encryption in a large-scale Oracle custom apps environment would be ideal. All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and More ❯

for an experienced devOps engineer to join their team on a contract basis. You will play a key role in the organisation and be responsible for defining the cloud security framework and architecture, ensuring it meets the business requirements and performance goals. You will serve as the Subject Matter Expert and Decision Maker who designs the foundational, secure … cloud framework and ensures its ongoing alignment with business performance and security goals. This involves translating high-level architectural designs into tangible, automated security controls within the CI/CD pipeline and infrastructure-as-code. You will execute continuous compliance assessments via automation, proactively identifying gaps and developing innovative, code-based solutions. Additionally, you will provide technical leadership … and mentorship to implementation teams, reinforcing the adoption and execution of security best practices throughout the entire DevSecOps lifecycle. The successful candidate should have the following key skills Cloud Security Architecture CI/CD Integration Managed Cloud Security Service GIT Cloud £500 a day inside IR35 | Newcastle Based 3 a days a week in the office More ❯

within Middlesbrough Council s ICT Services. The primary focus of this assignment is to work closely with the current postholder to extract and document the council s existing enterprise architecture setup, including infrastructure, security frameworks, and strategic roadmaps. Key responsibilities include: Liaising directly with the current Enterprise Architect to understand and document: The council s ICT Strategy and … technical architecture. Existing security architecture, including compliance with PSN, PCI-DSS, LGA Cyber Security, and penetration testing protocols. Key platforms and technologies in use, including Microsoft Azure, M365, Active Directory, Intune, endpoint management, and any bespoke systems. Governance structures, design principles, and procurement processes. Producing clear documentation and handover materials to support ongoing strategic planning and operational … ICT Services team with technical advice and short-term input into strategic initiatives. Ensuring that all work aligns with council priorities and ICT policies, with a focus on sustainability, security, and integration. This is hands-on role requiring excellent communication skills, technical expertise, and the ability to quickly assimilate complex information. The successful candidate will play a key role More ❯

within Middlesbrough Council’s ICT Services. The primary focus of this assignment is to work closely with the current postholder to extract and document the council’s existing enterprise architecture setup, including infrastructure, security frameworks, and strategic roadmaps. Key responsibilities include: Liaising directly with the current Enterprise Architect to understand and document: The council’s ICT Strategy and … technical architecture. Existing security architecture, including compliance with PSN, PCI-DSS, LGA Cyber Security, and penetration testing protocols. Key platforms and technologies in use, including Microsoft Azure, M365, Active Directory, Intune, endpoint management, and any bespoke systems. Governance structures, design principles, and procurement processes. Producing clear documentation and handover materials to support ongoing strategic planning and operational … ICT Services team with technical advice and short-term input into strategic initiatives. Ensuring that all work aligns with council priorities and ICT policies, with a focus on sustainability, security, and integration. This is hands-on role requiring excellent communication skills, technical expertise, and the ability to quickly assimilate complex information. The successful candidate will play a key role More ❯

Platform (IKP) components for the OpenShift infrastructure migration project. This role focuses on delivering secure identity and cryptographic key management solutions that integrate seamlessly with the bank's enterprise security architecture and OpenShift clusters. Key Skills/requirements Build & Implementation: Develop and deploy IKP components to support OpenShift workloads. Configure key management systems for encryption, signing, and secure … operations (generation, rotation, revocation). Enable API-based integration between IKP and OpenShift clusters. Collaborate with DevOps and Automation Engineers to embed IKP processes in CI/CD pipelines. Security & Compliance: Ensure IKP configurations meet the bank's security standards and regulatory requirements. Implement robust authentication and authorization mechanisms. Support audits and compliance checks related to cryptographic controls. … on experience in building and configuring identity and key management systems. Strong knowledge of cryptographic principles, PKI, TLS/SSL, and encryption standards. Familiarity with OpenShift, Kubernetes, and container security best practices. Proficiency in automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform) for IKP deployment. Experience with enterprise IAM solutions and API integration. Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or cloud security More ❯

Platform (IKP) components for the OpenShift infrastructure migration project. This role focuses on delivering secure identity and cryptographic key management solutions that integrate seamlessly with the bank's enterprise security architecture and OpenShift clusters. Key Skills/requirements Build & Implementation: Develop and deploy IKP components to support OpenShift workloads. Configure key management systems for encryption, signing, and secure … operations (generation, rotation, revocation). Enable API-based integration between IKP and OpenShift clusters. Collaborate with DevOps and Automation Engineers to embed IKP processes in CI/CD pipelines. Security & Compliance: Ensure IKP configurations meet the bank's security standards and regulatory requirements. Implement robust authentication and authorization mechanisms. Support audits and compliance checks related to cryptographic controls. … on experience in building and configuring identity and key management systems. Strong knowledge of cryptographic principles, PKI, TLS/SSL, and encryption standards. Familiarity with OpenShift, Kubernetes, and container security best practices. Proficiency in automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform) for IKP deployment. Experience with enterprise IAM solutions and API integration. Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or cloud security More ❯