14 of 14 Permanent Security Architecture Jobs in Reading

We are seeking a Senior Cyber Security Architect Lead to support a public sector programme in Berkshire on a 12-month contract paying up to £90 per hour inside IR35. The successful candidate will have proven experience delivering technical security leadership across enterprise environments, including cloud architecture, assurance, and secure systems design. Key Accountabilities: • Proven experience in security architecture and cyber capability development • Strong background in secure systems design, risk mitigation, and assurance activity • Experience working across large, multi-disciplinary teams within regulated environments • Excellent stakeholder communication and ability to engage at all levels … Awareness of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices Key Responsibilities: • Provide technical input into secure system architecture and security control design • Review solution designs to ensure security compliance and effectiveness • Lead on identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities across projects • Support IT Health Checks, risk assessments, and More ❯

Information Security Architect | On-site – Aldermaston 🔐 Up to £90 per hour via Umbrella 📍 Full-time on-site in Aldermaston 📆 12-month contract ABOUT THE CLIENT: Our client plays a vital role in the UK's defence infrastructure, operating within one of the most secure and regulated environments in the … country. Due to increasing demands across high-impact IT and infrastructure programmes, they are seeking a Cyber Security Architectural Lead to provide specialist oversight, assurance, and leadership in all areas of information risk and security architecture. THE INFORMATION SECURITY ARCHITECT ROLE: Act as the primary security architecture lead for complex IT systems and programmes Develop and apply security architecture principles aligned with HMG, MoD, and NCSC standards Guide solution architects on embedding security controls and designs across project lifecycles Review and assure high/low-level solution designs for compliance and More ❯

We are searching for a Senior Software Security Architect/Senior Application Security Architect for a marketing leading and award-winning technology and data driven business. The position is offered on a remote basis. The role is hands-on and very software engineering focused - you will be responsible … for establishing a secure SDLC and 'Secure by Design' approach/practice to be used by all of the Architecture and Software development teams. The role will involve: Developing, implementing, and maintaining application security architecture across the organisation. Ensuring our systems are designed with objectives like speed … scalability, robustness, zero-trust, automation and supportability at the core. Collaborating with the Architecture and Engineering Team to ensure security is an integral part of all development and deployment processes. Providing expert software security advice (design, coding, testing) to the Software Engineering Community, to InfoSec, DevOps and More ❯

Role: Senior Cyber Security Architectural Lead Sector: Defence Contract length: 12 months Location: Reading - Full time onsite (non-negotiable due to security) IR35: Inside IR35 Hourly rate: Up to £90 per hour via Umbrella Clearance: Active DV Clearance (non-negotiable) Minimum Requirement: Active DV Clearance (no sponsorship available … Experience of working in highly secure environment (primarily office based) Experience of applying security concepts relating to complex enterprise solutions Experience of cloud architecture Previous experience of Security Assurance and Security Architecture Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or equivalent Proven ability to work … teams simultaneously An understanding of how to deliver successfully in a regulated environment Summary of role: Support the development of Cyber Capability Provide technical security input to information system designs Maintain awareness of industry developments for Cyber Security Capability and make recommendations for adoption where appropriate Review and More ❯

Head of Security Consulting, Europe | Client Facing/Security | Global Security SaaS I've partnered with one of the most exciting upcoming global security SaaS companies who are looking for a Head of Security Consulting for their Europe region. Their product specialises in attack surface … teams. On the client side, you'll be the most senior technical individual representing the company so you'll need a strong background in security, ideally offensive security (red teaming/pen testing). You'll be liaising directly with Fortune500/Global Banks & Insurance companies (typically speaking … and pointing fingers rather than getting in the mix of it. What's in it for you? Working closely with colleagues who LOVE everything security/product Opportunity to be constantly speaking to security leaders at enterprise organisations Grow with a growing company and be an established leader More ❯

Job title OT Cyber Security Analyst Ref 40929 Division Digital Transformation Location Hybrid - Clearwater Court - RG1 8DB Contract type Permanent Full/Part-time Full-time Salary Up to £65,000 per annum depending on skills and experience Job grade B Closing date 16/05/2025 We … are seeking a highly skilled and experienced OT Senior Cyber Security Analyst to join our dynamic Security Operations team at Thames Water. As the UK's largest water company, we are committed to ensuring the highest level of security and compliance, protecting the critical infrastructure that delivers … practices, specifically across IT and OT environments. You will be tasked with ensuring robust incident management, proactive threat detection, and continuous improvement of our security posture. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential as you will work closely with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and protect Thames Water More ❯

Job Title: Head of Information Security & Compliance Location: Remote (UK or Paris, France) Immediate start contract role for 6 months – can be based in the UK remotely or Paris. We’re seeking an experienced and technically-driven Head of Information Security & Compliance to lead our clients global security and compliance function. As a high-tech SaaS based organisation operating at scale, they require a security leader who can architect and execute an enterprise-wide security vision while staying deeply engaged with both technical and business stakeholders. This role collaborates closely with cross-functional teams—particularly … Sales, Go-to-Market, Product, and Engineering—to embed security across the entire customer and product lifecycle. This is a fast-paced technical environment, where the successful person needs to have a strong background working within either FinTech, SaaS, Cloud or high growth technology companies. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Security More ❯

We are searching for a Senior Software Security Architect/Senior Application Security Architect for a marketing leading and award-winning technology and data driven business. The position is offered on a remote basis. The role is hands-on and very software engineering focused - you will be responsible … for establishing a secure SDLC and 'Secure by Design' approach/practice to be used by all of the Architecture and Software development teams. The role will involve: Developing, implementing, and maintaining application security architecture across the organisation. Ensuring our systems are designed with objectives like speed … scalability, robustness, zero-trust, automation and supportability at the core. Collaborating with the Architecture and Engineering Team to ensure security is an integral part of all development and deployment processes. Providing expert software security advice (design, coding, testing) to the Software Engineering Community, to InfoSec, DevOps and More ❯

Job Description We are seeking a Senior Cyber Security Architect Lead to support a public sector programme in Berkshire on a 12-month contract paying up to £90 per hour inside IR35. The successful candidate will have proven experience delivering technical security leadership across enterprise environments, including cloud … architecture, assurance, and secure systems design. Key Accountabilities: • Proven experience in security architecture and cyber capability development • Strong background in secure systems design, risk mitigation, and assurance activity • Experience working across large, multi-disciplinary teams within regulated environments • Excellent stakeholder communication and ability to engage at all … levels • Awareness of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices Key Responsibilities: • Provide technical input into secure system architecture and security control design • Review solution designs to ensure security compliance and effectiveness • Lead on identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities across projects • Support IT Health Checks, risk assessments More ❯

Senior Information Systems Security Specialist - Berkshire (Hybrid) - Circa £75K **Security Clearance Required** We're seeking a Senior Information Systems Security Specialist to provide expert oversight, advice, and guidance on all aspects of information security. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital role in ensuring sensitive … of assurance. Key Responsibilities: Deliver expert analysis of risks to information systems to support informed decision-making. Advise senior leadership and IT management on security strategies and best practices. Guide IT projects with timely and accurate technical security advice. Contribute to and develop the organisation's overall security architecture and controls. Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, and high professional standards. Your Day-to-Day Will Involve: Working with internal teams and suppliers to assess and mitigate information risks. Leading on information assurance and staying up to date with HMG, MoD, and industry best practices. More ❯

are seeking a PCI Compliance and Assurance Specialist to lead and manage our PCI DSS certification process, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and maintaining security controls throughout the year. This role will be responsible for collecting evidence, assessing controls, and preparing for audits while also providing consultation on PCI … requirements to Engineering, SecOps, and Architecture teams. Additionally, the role will support ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type 2, and other certification audits, assist with security assurance activities such as design reviews and client security questions, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance across the … as an ISA or QSA is desirable and would be beneficial in this role. Report The role will report into the Head of Information Security, Risk and Compliance Responsibilities Lead and manage the annual PCI DSS certification process, including preparation, evidence collection, and assessments. Act as the primary point More ❯

M365 Security Design Engineer We are looking for a knowledgeable and proactive M365 Security Design Engineer to lead the design and implementation of security solutions within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in M365 security capabilities and a strong understanding … of modern cyber threats, compliance requirements, and enterprise security architecture. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement security controls across E5 Microsoft 365 services (e.g., Endpoints; Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Teams). Support Windows 11 and Exchange Online projects through their design and deployment stages. Develop and maintain security … and manage Microsoft Defender for Office 365/Cloud/Endpoint/Servers, Purview (Information Protection, Data Loss Prevention), and Microsoft Entra (Azure AD) security features. Experience of integrating with MS Sentinel and working with existing SOC teams to adopt Sentinel technology capability. Experience of implementing MS Privileged Identity More ❯

time through any of networking configuration tools, Infrastructure as Code or scripting. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Thorough understanding of TCP/IP networking, routing, and Network Security architecture and core technologies such as IP, TCP, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, load balancers, firewalls, ACLs, DNS, DHCP, IP address management. Knowledge & experience of … make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and More ❯

global multi billion pound business in Belfast as they seek a Vulnerability and Penetration Testing Engineer to join their Belfast Centre team in providing security architecture, vulnerability and risk assessment. We are open to speaking to suitable canddiates who may be open to working ona remote contract with … of the difference between a vulnerability assessment and a penetration test in the context of assessment scope, objectives, and deliverables. Working knowledge of information security frameworks such as ISO27001, NIST, and CIS. If this sounds like a good opportunity, apply today. Unfortunately no sponsorship is on offer at this More ❯