11 of 11 Contract Security Architecture Jobs in the South East

Information Security/Information Privacy SME (Contract) Location: Central London (Hybrid - 2 days onsite per week) Contract: Inside IR35 or Umbrella Engagement Duration: 6-12 months (with potential extension) Industry: Private Banking/Wealth Management Role Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced Information Security/Information Privacy Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support a leading private bank … and customer data remain secure and compliant with applicable standards (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR, FCA requirements). Key Responsibilities: Serve as the SME for all matters related to information security and privacy. Advise on the development and maintenance of security policies, procedures, and frameworks. Review and strengthen current information security architecture and controls. Conduct risk assessments … . Provide expert input on GDPR, UK Data Protection Act, and other relevant regulations. Partner with internal stakeholders across legal, compliance, IT, and operations to improve the organisation's security posture. Assist with incident response planning and investigations as needed. Provide training and awareness support to staff and leadership. Support internal and external audits, including FCA and ISO More ❯

AI Security Architect 6 Month contract initially Based: Remote/Reading - Max 2 days p/w onsite Rate: £500 - £550 p/d (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make … a difference. We a great opportunity for an AI Security Architect Key Responsibilities: * Develop and implement comprehensive AI/ML security strategies, policies, standards and guidelines to protect organizational assets and ensure the secure operation of AI and ML systems. * Develop and own robust enterprise security architecture for AI/ML systems, CI/CD and … data pipelines. * Participate in enterprise-wide architecture initiatives for AI/ML. Understand the workflow and pipeline architectures of ML and deep learning workloads. * Conduct security risk assessments and threat modelling for AI/ML and other business projects performed thorough design reviews and security assessments of architectures and designs, identifying vulnerabilities, threats, and risks, and providing More ❯

Senior Security Architect (Azure & SIEM) Location: Remote (occasional travel to London)Contract Duration: 12 MonthsIR35 Status: Outside IR35Day Rate: Up to £750We’re seeking a highly experienced Senior Security Architect with deep expertise in Microsoft Azure and SIEM technologies to join a leading organisation on a 12-month contract. This is a remote-first role with occasional travel … key meetings.Key Responsibilities: Design and implement secure cloud architectures within Microsoft Azure Lead the integration and optimisation of SIEM solutions, particularly Microsoft Sentinel Conduct threat modelling, risk assessments, and security architecture reviews Collaborate with engineering, DevOps, and compliance teams to embed security best practices Define and enforce security standards across Azure IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS environments … Essential Skills & Experience: Strong background in Azure security architecture Hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel or other enterprise SIEM platforms Deep understanding of Azure security services (e.g. Defender for Cloud, Key Vault, Azure AD) Familiarity with Microsoft security frameworks and compliance standards Experience with secure cloud migration and hybrid environments Relevant certifications (e.g. AZ-500, SC More ❯

Security Assurance Architect - Defence & National Security (DV Cleared) - Outside IR35 Location: Farnborough/Hybrid | Clearance: DV Cleared | Outside IR35 £600-700 per day, long term projects Looking to use your security architecture and assurance to make a real difference on high-impact defence and national security projects? This Digital Innovations & Delivery partner has impressive year … on-year growth secured for the next three years, so there are plenty of fantastic projects for you to work on across MOD & Defence. A DV Security Architect or security assurance architect is required to join a fast-paced partner working on some of the UK's most innovative digital transformation programmes in secure environments. You'll need … strong SecOps design and build experience, along with hands-on involvement in writing security policies, managing formal assurance documentation, and engaging with governance frameworks. Location-wise, this is flexible and could be Farnborough or home based. Do you want to work on projects that matter - cutting-edge, high-stakes work in the Defence & Security sector? Here you can More ❯

Senior Security Consultant Location: Remote Contract Length: 3 Months Overview A fast-growing software company is seeking a Senior Security Consultant to review its current security estate and advise on the design of a scalable security function. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders to define strategy across teams, cloud environments, SOC operations, red teaming, and … security tooling. They are looking for a leader with clear experience supporting smaller, calling software or SaaS providers. Key Responsibilities Review existing security architecture, tooling, and processes Deliver a gap analysis and propose a strategic roadmap Define operating models for SOC, red teaming, and internal security ownership Advise on cloud security (AWS/GCP), tooling … SIEM, SOAR, EDR), and DevSecOps practices Engage senior stakeholders to align security recommendations with business goals Required Skills & Experience Proven experience in senior security consultancy or architecture roles Strong understanding of cloud security (AWS), SOC design, and threat detection Familiarity with security frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27001) and red teaming approaches Excellent communication skills with More ❯

Cloud Solutions Architect - Security & Secrets Management Focus * This is a strategic and hands-on cloud security architecture role with a focus on secrets management and non-human identity protection across multi-cloud and SaaS environments.* This is a 3-6 month contract paying up to £600/650 p/d, based remotely with potential on-site … organisations to drive innovation and secure complex systems across industries. What will you be doing? As a Cloud Solutions Architect, you will lead the design and delivery of cloud security enhancements, with emphasis on secrets management and identity access management in cloud environments. You'll be the SME for related security capabilities and will engage with internal engineering … teams to embed secure design patterns. You'll also drive standards, mentor teams, and help operationalise best practices within the cloud security domain. What will you need? * 3+ years experience implementing secrets management solutions at scale (e.g. HashiCorp Vault, Azure Key Vault, AWS Secrets Manager)* Experience with cloud security posture management (CSPM) across AWS, Azure, GCP* Proficiency in More ❯

Location: London (Flexible Working) Job Type: Contract | Full-time Industry: Healthcare Insurance Pay: £700 outside IR35As a key member of the engineering and solution architecture team, you will: Define and deliver technical security requirements aligned with business needs. Investigate and resolve complex, high-priority security incidents. Oversee a portfolio of applications and projects, ensuring robust security controls. Maintain and update security information policies. Conduct vulnerability testing and perform security architecture assessments. What We’re Looking For: 5+ years of relevant experience in application security. Strong knowledge of GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI compliance frameworks. Industry-recognized certifications (e.g., CISSP). Proven ability to interpret and apply security policies and standards in real … world environments. Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure security services and architecture If intrested, please apply with your most up to date CV. More ❯

maintain containerised solutions on OpenShift* Design and implement scalable microservices and APIs* Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors, including SaaS providers* Contribute to the design and implementation of security architecture, including integration with HSMs* Capture and analyse business requirements, translate them into technical specifications* Support application testing, release and maintenance activities* Provide 2nd/3rd line support … at all levels Skills & Responsibilities: * Strong proficiency in Java development, with experience spanning Java 11+ through to the latest versions (Java 24)* Solid experience with Spring Boot and microservices architecture* Hands-on experience with OpenShift or similar container orchestration platforms* Previous experience working in banking/financial services, with a focus on payments* Understanding of SaaS solutions and integration … with external vendors* Familiarity with security architecture and cryptographic components, including HSMs* Experience working with at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS or GCP)* Strong grasp of Agile methodologies (e.g. Scrum, Kanban)* Excellent written and verbal communication skills* Proven ability to work both autonomously and in a collaborative team environment Required Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree or higher More ❯

with key skills in Microsoft Viva, Sharepoint, and Microsoft 365. This role would be hybrid working with the client site based in London. In this role you will provide architecture and technical leadership and own day-to-day management of architecture activities and architecture deliverables (Business Architecture, Systems and Technical architecture domains) on projects ensuring … delivery of high-quality architecture deliverables aligned to strategic target architecture and relevant roadmaps. Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities: Day-to-day management of all architecture activities including coordination between analysis, design and build activities across delivery teams (e.g. delivery work-streams, suppliers, partners etc.) Development of high-level and detailed solution architecture documentation to enable consistent … communication and common understanding of the overall architecture for senior leadership and delivery teams Ensuring development of solution options where required, consistent review of solution options for strategic alignment and rigorous management of key design decisions, working with wider business and IT stakeholders and leveraging existing governance forums Provide timely reporting and escalation of architecture activities, architecture More ❯

Senior Network Security Engineer – 3-Month Initial Contract (Extension likely) Location: Onsite in West Drayton/Hayes, UK (5 Days per Week) Start: ASAP IR35: Outside IR35 Security Clearance: Will be sponsored for eligible candidates We’re not looking for just another engineer - we’re after a seasoned Network Security expert who’s ready to step into … at its core. If you thrive in a fast-moving, hands-on environment and want to work with cutting-edge tech, this contract is built for you. Senior Network Security Engineer The Tech Stack You’ll Own: Fortinet SD-WAN – Core to the network transformation Fortinet Firewalls – Design and deployment Cisco Nexus – High-performance switching environments Cisco Wi-Fi …/LAN Routing & Switching – Solid fundamentals essential Firewall & Security Architecture – Design, configure, secure Configuration Mastery – You’ll write and load full network configs What Makes This Role Different? Security Clearance provided – We’ll sponsor you if eligible. Outside IR35 – Work with freedom and flexibility. Real Possibility of Extension – This is just phase one of a wider programme. More ❯

of a new cloud platform. Experience requirements: Technical AWS Cloud knowledge Solid expertise in at least one key technical domain, such as build systems, DevOps, software engineering, or solution architecture Skilled at conveying intricate technical ideas clearly to both technical teams and non-technical audiences Proven ability to collect and analyse requirements, turning them into practical and effective product … be prior experience as a software developer who has moved into product management, project coordination, or stakeholder engagement roles Be the connection point between multiple internal customers, Delivery Teams, Security Architecture etc. Demonstrate strong consultancy credentials/articulate/Gravitas If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to More ❯