Reading, Berkshire, South East, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Queen Square Recruitment Limited
Our client, a leading global organization, is partnering with a prestigious end client based in Reading. Were excited to offer an outstanding opportunity for askilled Financial Services Security Architect to join a dynamic IT team . If you are interested and have the relevant skills and experience, please apply promptly to discuss further. Job Title: Financial Services Security Architect Location: Reading, UK (Hybrid 4 days onsite) Duration: 6 months Rate: £765 - 775 per day Inside IR35 We are seeking an exceptionally experienced Security Architect to join a high-profile programme within the financial services sector. This is a senior-level opportunity for a security leader with extensive experience designing and implementing enterprise-grade security architectures across complex, highly regulated environments. The role will focus heavily on cloud security, AI/ML security, regulatory compliance, and secure-by-design frameworks for critical systems. Why This Role? Shape and deliver the securityarchitecture strategy for enterprise cloud and AI/ML programmes. Work on cutting-edge initiatives in the financial services More ❯
us and be at the forefront of the green revolution, where every line of code contributes to a cleaner, brighter future. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain the enterprise cyber securityarchitecture for the Group including development of enterprise architecture standards and patterns that address the requirements of both IT and OT that aligns with industry standards, regulatory … requirements and best practice in support of high risk and critical programmes and projects. Lead IT security risk position and lead consulting and assurance engagement into Group IT products and services. This includes overseeing the IT security risk position and mitigation planning. Management and challenge of security assurance to critical IT security projects and programmes. Lead … SSE's Secure by Design approach and provide technical expertise and support for the development and implementation of cyber security policies and architecture standards and patterns. Define and manage a security tooling roadmap to ensure the implementation of effective security controls and technologies and regularly update cyber security technical strategies including emerging innovation and technological More ❯
us and be at the forefront of the green revolution, where every line of code contributes to a cleaner, brighter future. Key Responsibilities: * Develop and maintain the enterprise cyber securityarchitecture for the Group including development of enterprise architecture standards and patterns that address the requirements of both IT and OT that aligns with industry standards, regulatory … requirements and best practice in support of high risk and critical programmes and projects. * Lead IT security risk position and lead consulting and assurance engagement into Group IT products and services. This includes overseeing the IT security risk position and mitigation planning. Management and challenge of security assurance to critical IT security projects and programmes. * Lead … SSE's Secure by Design approach and provide technical expertise and support for the development and implementation of cyber security policies and architecture standards and patterns. * Define and manage a security tooling roadmap to ensure the implementation of effective security controls and technologies and regularly update cyber security technical strategies including emerging innovation and technological More ❯
Robert Half is supporting their client, a Global Consulting Firm, in recruiting an Azure Security Architect to partner with them and their end client on large-scale transformation projects within the security space to start at the beginning of February 2025 until the end of 2025 initial contract to help with a azure migration for a large global … Rate: £585 per day plus 12.07% holiday pay ( Employer's NI and tax deducted at source (unlike umbrella companies, which deduct at source and charge admin fees)) The Azure Security Architect must have: Extensive experience as a Security Architect in large-scale Financial Services organisations. Proven expertise in designing and implementing secure architectures within Azure public cloud solutions. … Strong knowledge of securing Azure infrastructure, including identity and access management, network security, and data protection. Comprehensive understanding of securityarchitecture frameworks and best practices (e.g., SABSA, TOGAF). Hands-on experience with security tools and processes, such as SIEM, vulnerability management, and incident response within Azure environments. The ability to engage and communicate effectively with More ❯
Security Architect – Healthcare SR2 have a unique and exciting role for a strategic Security Architect to join a flagship healthcare programme in the UK. This Security Architect will ensure that hospital digital systems, spanning diagnostics, operations, monitoring, robotics, smart buildings, and integrated care, are designed and delivered to the highest security and compliance standards.Key Responsibilities Lead … the securityarchitecture strategy for the enterprise-wide digital platforms and smart hospital infrastructure. Anticipate and mitigate emerging threats in areas such as AI-enabled healthcare, IoT/connected medical devices, and robotics (clinical & operational). Provide strategic input into the enterprise architecture roadmap, ensuring scalable, secure, and interoperable hospital systems. Define security controls across domains … such as: Secure Access Technologies Cyber Security and Facility Security Patient Monitoring & Safety systems (e.g. smart beds, automated dispensing cabinets). Essential Skills & Experience Senior-level securityarchitecture expertise in healthcare Proven experience in developing and governing enterprise-wide security frameworks. Deep knowledge of cyber, data privacy, and operational resilience standards. Demonstrated experience with IoT More ❯
London, South East, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Context Recruitment Limited
IT Security Operations Engineer - London Up to £550 p/d (outside IR35) 3 month initial term A leading construction engineering business is seeking an SecOps Engineer to their team. They are a well-established business about to enter considerable operational change making it an exciting time to join and be a part of their journey. This role carries … responsibility for ensuring collaboration between Information Security and the IT Ops team, you'll ensure the implementation of technical security controls supporting risk mitigation and contributing to the continual improvement of the business's security composure. Responsibilities: * Provide expertise on application, network and infrastructure security * Monitor security solutions including SIEM, threat detection and data security, endpoint protection, network analytics for alerts * Provide documentation for technical standards to meet corporate security policies/industry best practice * Perform security reviews, identify gaps in securityarchitecture and apply appropriate remediation * Ensure appropriate technical measures are in place to comply with regulations/legislations * Conduct vulnerability scanning, analysis and remediation * Patch management * Identify root More ❯
Job Title: Security Subject Matter Expert - Endpoint Contract Duration: Until End of Year Location: Hybrid (Onsite as required) Overview: We are seeking a Security Subject Matter Expert (SME) with a strong focus on endpoint security to join a critical security initiative. This role plays a key part in shaping and governing foundational security controls within … a global enterprise environment. You will act as a strategic advisor and technical authority, supporting the development and implementation of endpoint security practices, vulnerability management, asset control, and governance-aligned with the organisation's broader 2026 security strategy . This is an ideal opportunity for someone who may not see themselves as a traditional architect but brings deep … technical insight , strategic vision , and the ability to embed practical, scalable security controls . Key Responsibilities: Provide subject matter expertise in endpoint security controls, tooling , and decision-making. Partner with security analysts to design, embed, and operationalise foundational security controls. Maintain oversight of security operations to ensure alignment with long-term strategic goals. Contribute to More ❯
Role Title: Security Engineer Start Date: ASAP End Date: 31st Mar 2026 Location: South of Manchester or Glasgow - 3 days on site per week Rate: £600 per day - PAYE via Umbrella Only Role Overview: We are seeking a highly capable Security Engineer to join a focused team developing a telemetry pipeline MVP. This role requires deep technical expertise … in containerised environments, observability tooling, and secure infrastructure design. The ideal candidate will ensure that security is embedded across the pipeline architecture, from deployment to data flow, while collaborating closely with DevOps and development teams. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement security controls across containerised environments using Kubernetes and OpenShift Ensure secure configuration and access management within GitLab … and secure telemetry tools including Cribl, Elastic, Splunk, Fluentd, and Syslog Conduct threat modelling, vulnerability assessments, and risk analysis for the telemetry pipeline Collaborate with DevOps engineers to embed security into infrastructure-as-code and deployment workflows Monitor and respond to security events and alerts from observability platforms Maintain documentation of securityarchitecture, policies, and incident More ❯
Role Title: Security Engineer Start Date: ASAP End Date: 31st Mar 2026 Location: South of Manchester or Glasgow - 3 days on site per week Rate: £600 per day - PAYE via Umbrella Only Role Overview: We are seeking a highly capable Security Engineer to join a focused team developing a telemetry pipeline MVP. This role requires deep technical expertise … in containerised environments, observability tooling, and secure infrastructure design. The ideal candidate will ensure that security is embedded across the pipeline architecture, from deployment to data flow, while collaborating closely with DevOps and development teams. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement security controls across containerised environments using Kubernetes and OpenShift Ensure secure configuration and access management within GitLab … and secure telemetry tools including Cribl, Elastic, Splunk, Fluentd, and Syslog Conduct threat modelling, vulnerability assessments, and risk analysis for the telemetry pipeline Collaborate with DevOps engineers to embed security into infrastructure-as-code and deployment workflows Monitor and respond to security events and alerts from observability platforms Maintain documentation of securityarchitecture, policies, and incident More ❯
Are you ready to lead the charge in securing the digital future of the West Midlands Combined Authority? Were looking for a Principal Cyber Security & Infrastructure Specialist to take ownership of our operational cyber security infrastructure and systems. This pivotal role will drive the transformation from legacy platforms to modern, secure solutions, ensuring compliance with best practices and … guidance, enabling continuous improvement and resilience in our digital services. Please note, this is a 6-month fixed-term contract. What you will be doing. Manage and improve cyber-security systems across cloud and on-prem, addressing risks and performance. Support the cyber-security roadmap in line with strategic goals. Define and maintain security policies, procedures, and … needs and industry standards. Work independently, making strategic technical decisions. Mentor junior staff and share knowledge to build team resilience. Drive automation and process improvements. Manage risks and ensure security enables business operations. Ensure robust backup and recovery for security systems. Scale cyber-securityarchitecture across the organisation. Collaborate on compliance with internal and external stakeholders. More ❯
Reading, Berkshire, South East, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Queen Square Recruitment Limited
Our client, a leading global organization, is partnering with a prestigious end client based in Reading. Were excited to offer an outstanding opportunity for askilled AI Security Architect to join a dynamic IT team . If you are interested and have the relevant skills and experience, please apply promptly to discuss further. Job Title: AI Security Architect Location … Reading, UK (Hybrid 2 days onsite) Duration: 6 months Rate: £510 per day Inside IR35 We are specifically looking for Security Architect professionals who have worked in AI . This role will provide advisory and security assurance oversight to ensure guardrails are applied and followed in all AI-related projects. Why Join? Here, your work means more: Make … an impact by shaping AI security frameworks for innovative enterprise projects. Be part of challenging, future-defining programmes in AI, data, and cloud security. Collaborate with industry experts and multidisciplinary teams , while driving standards in one of the most rapidly evolving technology landscapes. The Role As an AI Security Architect , you will: Define and implement AI/ML More ❯
Location: Aldermaston Onsite 1-2 days per week. Duration: 2 years We are seeking a DV Cleared OT Cyber Security Engineer with strong expertise in Secure by Design (SbD) principles to join a high-profile Defence programme. This is a critical role ensuring that Operational Technology (OT) environments are protected against evolving cyber threats while remaining resilient, safe, and … compliant with security standards. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and reviewing OT security controls across complex systems, supporting both engineering and assurance activities. Key Responsibilities Apply Secure by Design principles throughout the engineering lifecycle. Conduct threat modelling, risk assessments, and security design reviews for OT environments. Work closely with engineering and project teams … to embed security into delivery. Produce and review security documentation in line with MOD/Defence standards. Provide SME input on OT security to stakeholders across projects. Essential Skills & Experience Active UK DV Clearance (mandatory). Security Practitioner Strong background in Operational Technology. Demonstrable experience applying MOD/Nuclear Secure by Design (SbD) principles. Proven experience More ❯
Plymouth, Devon, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Pontoon
Job Title: IT Security Architect Contract: Contract role Location: Hybrid - Based in Plymouth or Exeter Sector: Energy & Utilities About the Role We're working with a leading organisation at the heart of the UK's energy transition-powering the move toward a cleaner, greener future. They're currently seeking an experienced IT Security Architect to support a portfolio … digital and cloud transformation projects. This is a hybrid contract role with on-site presence expected in Plymouth or Exeter . You'll play a key part in ensuring security is embedded across IT platforms, helping to safeguard systems that are essential to the UK's energy infrastructure. What You'll Be Doing Define and own securityarchitecture for key IT projects across cloud and on-premises environments. Provide security expertise and direction to delivery and engineering teams. Drive secure-by-design principles and ensure compliance with internal and industry security standards. Conduct 1st-line cyber risk assessments and supply chain assurance for third-party vendors. Review supplier contracts to ensure appropriate security clauses More ❯
Network Security Engineer Zscaler (ZPA/ZIA) Location: London, UK (Hybrid 1 day onsite per week) Type: Contract (6 months) | Day Rate: £550 Inside IR35 (Negotiable) Start Date: ASAP About the Role Our client, a leading global organization, is seeking an experienced Network Security Engineer with deep hands-on expertise in Zscaler ZPA and ZIA to join a … global enterprise security transformation programme. The role will focus on designing, deploying, and managing secure cloud and on-premises access solutions, ensuring robust security posture and compliance across a large-scale hybrid environment. This is a high-impact technical role where you will work across infrastructure, cloud, and security teams to implement Zero Trust principles , optimise Zscaler … integrations, and enhance resilience of enterprise networks. Key Responsibilities Design, deploy, and manage Zscaler ZPA & ZIA solutions across enterprise networks. Integrate Zscaler with IdPs, SIEM, and endpoint security platforms . Monitor and optimise policies, application segments, and access control rules . Troubleshoot issues across secure access, DNS filtering, SSL inspection, VPNs, and firewalls . Collaborate with IT, cloud, and More ❯
Cambridgeshire, East Anglia, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
La Fosse
DV Security Consultant We are seeking an experienced Contract Security Consultant with active DV clearance to support high-assurance UK Government and Defence projects. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise across SecurityArchitecture, Engineering and secure system design, contributing to the delivery of robust and compliant solutions in sensitive and mission-critical environments. Day Rate … 900pd IR35 Status: Outside Duration: 6 Months initially Travel: 4 days a week in Cambridgeshire Office (1 day WFH) Clearance Level: Active DV This Security Consultant will have the previous following experience: Design and implement secure systems for classified and unclassified networks, assess vulnerabilities, apply risk mitigation strategies, and validate security posture to meet baseline compliance and operational … requirements Partner with engineering teams, customers, and government agencies to develop security policies, operational processes, technical designs, and ensure integration with SIEM and monitoring systems. Demonstrated proficiency in network/system security (firewalls, IDS/IPS, micro-segmentation), IAM (RBAC, ABAC, JWT), secure coding practices (OWASP, SANS), and hands-on experience with tools like Trellix, Ivanti, ClearSwift. Deep More ❯
City of London, London, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
INTEC SELECT LIMITED
Security Architect – Contract Global Investment Bank Overview: A leading global investment bank is seeking a highly experienced Security Architect to join their Cyber Security team. This role will play a key part in designing, developing, and implementing secure architectures across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments, ensuring alignment with enterprise security standards. Role & Responsibilities: Design and … maintain security architectures, principles, and reference models. Review and approve technical designs to ensure security compliance. Establish and enforce secure-by-design guidelines and frameworks. Assess emerging technologies and lead security tool evaluations. Conduct security risk assessments for new initiatives. Collaborate with engineering, infrastructure, and SOC teams globally. Provide subject matter expertise, training, and mentorship on … secure design. Essential Skills and Requirements: 7+ years’ experience in security architecture. Proven hands-on experience with SIEM, Proxy, EDR, DLP, and SEG implementations. Strong expertise across cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), networks, and applications. Familiarity with DevSecOps, zero trust, secure SDLC, and threat modelling. In-depth knowledge of Active Directory security and networking concepts. Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP More ❯
DV Security Consultant We are seeking an experienced Contract Security Consultant with active DV clearance to support high-assurance UK Government and Defence projects. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise across SecurityArchitecture, Engineering and secure system design, contributing to the delivery of robust and compliant solutions in sensitive and mission-critical environments click apply More ❯
of services we support we're looking for Solution Architects with experience in areas such as cloud-based systems, big data and analytics, next-generation networks, APIs, platforms, cyber security, and digital strategy development. If that sounds like you, we may have the perfect opportunity. Our work directly benefits patients & NHS staff at a national scale. This is an …/government/publications/10-year-health-plan-for-england-fit-for-the-future - digital transformation is at the heart of how we'll reshape services. The Solution Architecture function delivers a range of services to internal & external stakeholders, including architecture design, technical consultancy & ownership of large-scale NHS programmes. As a Solution Architect, you'll typically … the next generation of NHS England applications, including the NHS App, NHS.uk, Urgent & Emergency Care, and General Practice. Help deliver solutions that benefit both end users and the public. Security- Influence stakeholders on the value of SecurityArchitecture in a complex, regulated environment. Ensure data is handled securely and digital services operate with integrity and efficiency. Infrastructure More ❯
London, South East, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Salt Search
join on a fixed-term basis. The Role You will play a key part in a large-scale IT transformation programme covering: Network infrastructure projects Implementation of Zero Trust securityarchitecture Migration to a dedicated Azure tenancy Your role will be to act as the bridge between business service areas and technical teams, ensuring requirements are fully captured … Responsibilities Capture and document business and technical requirements Facilitate workshops with stakeholders across multiple service areas Translate service needs into clear specifications and acceptance criteria Support delivery across networks, security, and cloud transformation projects Work closely with technical teams (networks, cyber, cloud, infrastructure, architecture) and report directly to the Programme Manager About You Proven experience as a Business … Analyst on large-scale IT change programmes Comfortable working in technical environments (networks, security, cloud, infrastructure) Strong stakeholder management and workshop facilitation skills Experience defining service specifications and acceptance criteria Ideally experience within Local Government or other large, complex organisations Additional Information Contract type: 12-month FTC, with scope to extend to 18 months Salary: £49,000 per annum More ❯
key skills required for this Infrastructure Architect position are: Hands on lead for on prem to Azure upgrade Migrating applications to Azure Azure Cisco HyperV, Exchange End to end securityarchitecture Strong regulatory and compliance knowledge If you do have the relevant experience for this Infrastructure Architect position, please do apply. More ❯
key skills required for this Infrastructure Architect position are: Hands on lead for on prem to Azure upgrade Migrating applications to Azure Azure Cisco HyperV, Exchange End to end securityarchitecture Strong regulatory and compliance knowledge If you do have the relevant experience for this Infrastructure Architect position, please do apply. More ❯