24 of 24 Permanent Security Architecture Jobs in the Thames Valley

Head of Cyber Security Culture and Architecture Organisation: Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) Salary: £69,500 - £90,600 Location: Hanslope Park (Milton Keynes) or East Kilbride - hybrid, min 60% in the office Terms: Permanent, Grade 6 Benefits: 25 days annual leave, Civil Service pension scheme (28.97%) Allen Lane is supporting the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO … in their search for a Head of Cyber Security Culture and Architecture on a permanent basis. This is a Grade 6 vacancy in growing function within the Information and Cyber Security Department. We are growing our team to take on the ever-changing global security challenges and deliver innovative security solutions that will enable and … empower the FCDO to succeed. The Head of Cyber Security Culture and Architecture is responsible to the Chief Information Security Officer to define, lead and deliver, through their team, the FCDO’s secure architecture and its internal cyber security culture. The role ensures that secure deign is embedded across systems and services while fostering a More ❯

Head of Cyber Security Culture and Architecture Organisation: Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) Salary: £69,500 - £90,600 Location: Hanslope Park (Milton Keynes) or East Kilbride - hybrid, min 60% in the office Terms: Permanent, Grade 6 Benefits: 25 days annual leave, Civil Service pension scheme (28.97%) Allen Lane is supporting the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO … in their search for a Head of Cyber Security Culture and Architecture on a permanent basis. This is a Grade 6 vacancy in growing function within the Information and Cyber Security Department. We are growing our team to take on the ever-changing global security challenges and deliver innovative security solutions that will enable and … empower the FCDO to succeed. The Head of Cyber Security Culture and Architecture is responsible to the Chief Information Security Officer to define, lead and deliver, through their team, the FCDO’s secure architecture and its internal cyber security culture. The role ensures that secure deign is embedded across systems and services while fostering a More ❯

Permanent Based in Milton Keynes £50,000 pa - £60,000 pa Information Security Officer Hybrid Our client are a leading provider of software solutions for student accommodation, event management, catering, and residential services, they help institutions streamline operations, elevate customer experiences, and unlock their full potential.With over 25 years of experience and trusted by more than 350 institutions worldwide … your impact is real. If you're ready to help shape the future of operational technology in education and events, we'd love to meet you. An experienced Information Security Officer to lead security strategy, operations, and compliance. This is a hands-on role combining strategic security architecture with operational security management and regulatory compliance … oversight. The successful candidate will define security standards across our product portfolio, manage security environments, and serve as our central point for ISO27001, PCI/DSS, and GDPR compliance while supporting commercial teams with tender responses and client security assurance. Core Responsibilities: Strategic (30%) Define technical security architecture and standards across multi-cloud SaaS platforms More ❯

Permanent Based in Milton Keynes £50,000 pa - £60,000 pa Information Security Officer Hybrid Our client are a leading provider of software solutions for student accommodation, event management, catering, and residential services, they help institutions streamline operations, elevate customer experiences, and unlock their full potential. With over 25 years of experience and trusted by more than 350 institutions … your impact is real. If you're ready to help shape the future of operational technology in education and events, we'd love to meet you. An experienced Information Security Officer to lead security strategy, operations, and compliance. This is a hands-on role combining strategic security architecture with operational security management and regulatory compliance … oversight. The successful candidate will define security standards across our product portfolio, manage security environments, and serve as our central point for ISO27001, PCI/DSS, and GDPR compliance while supporting commercial teams with tender responses and client security assurance. Core Responsibilities: Strategic (30%) Define technical security architecture and standards across multi-cloud SaaS platforms More ❯

Role Title: Senior Security AI Solution Architect/Consultant Duration: contract to run until 26/03/2026 Location: London, Hybrid/Flexible (Occasional travel to NW may be required) Rate: up to £671 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Role purpose/summary Our client is looking for a Snr Security AI Solution Architect/Consultant … To support and deliver secure AI solutions within financial services. The architect will shape strategy, design future-state architecture, and deliver practical security capabilities for AI adoption, ensuring compliance with evolving regulations and maintaining a strong security posture. Key Skills/requirements Assess “as-is” and “to-be” security architectures for AI Platforms, AI & GENAI Delivery … Roadmaps. Share Security AI & GENAI Security Learnings & Subject Matter Expertise. Shape the short- & long-term AI Security Architecture Strategy incorporating regulation (EUAI Act), standards, framework & policy priorities. Develop architectural documentation for AI security initiatives. Support the delivery of the AI Security Architecture Strategy across both internal & external stakeholders to Security. Ensure there is More ❯

Information Security Officer A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Information Security Officer to join a leading SaaS organisation providing enterprise-scale solutions. This is a hands-on, strategic role where you’ll take ownership of security strategy, operations, and compliance across multi-cloud environments; ensuring systems remain robust, scalable, and compliant with key standards such as ISO27001 …/DSS, and GDPR. Location: Milton Keynes - hybrid - at least 2 - 3 times a week in office Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 per annum + benefits Requirements for Information Security Officer Strong experience in information security within a SaaS or cloud-based software environment Proven success managing ISO27001 certification, audit cycles, and compliance programmes Excellent knowledge of GDPR … and experience embedding data protection into software systems Hands-on experience managing cloud security within Azure and/or AWS environments Knowledge of PCI/DSS standards for payment systems Understanding of application security, secure development lifecycles, and DevSecOps practices Strong communicator, able to translate complex security concepts for technical and non-technical stakeholders Advantageous: professional certifications More ❯

Senior Security Consultant (Architecture – AI Specialist) Up to £115,000 + £4,000 car allowance + 15% bonus + benefits Location: Hybrid (UK-based) | Security Clearance: Must be eligible for SC Our client is a leading global consultancy, delivering large-scale digital transformation and cybersecurity programmes across government and enterprise. They’re now expanding their security architecture function to bring in a senior specialist focused on AI and machine learning security,someone capable of shaping the future of secure, ethical, and compliant AI adoption across critical environments. What you’ll do This is a senior, strategic consulting role — driving AI/ML security architecture, influencing C-suite direction, and ensuring security-by-design across complex AI systems and data pipelines. You’ll define and deliver AI security strategies, develop reference architectures, and provide expert guidance on risk management, data protection, and ethical AI governance. You’ll also play a key role in client engagement, helping shape proposals, define solutions, and drive pre-sales activity. To justify the upper end More ❯

Role: Information Security Officer Location: Milton Keynes Salary: £50k - £60k Work Pattern: Hybrid Summary: A new position has opened at an exciting software company for an Information Security Officer to lead the organisation's security strategy, operations, and compliance efforts. This hands-on role blends strategic security architecture with day-to-day operational management and … regulatory compliance oversight. The ideal candidate will establish and maintain security standards across the product portfolio, oversee secure system environments, and act as the primary contact for ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and GDPR compliance. Additionally, this role will support our commercial teams by contributing to tender responses and ensuring client security assurance. The Company: They are a technology … experience and a broad global client base, they develop solutions that simplify complexity and drive smarter, more efficient ways of working. Core Responsibilities: Strategic (30%) Define and maintain robust security architecture and standards across multi-cloud SaaS platforms. Integrate security best practices into product design, development, and roadmap planning. Conduct threat modelling and risk assessments for new More ❯

Logiq is a fast‐growing technology company delivering secure, modern platforms for high‐risk, mission‐critical environments across the private sector and UK Central Government. We are expanding our Security Architecture capability and seeking experienced Principal Security Architects who can shape, assure, and enable delivery of secure, cloud‐native services at scale. You will be comfortable working … across the full systems lifecycle, from discovery and architecture through delivery and transition to live, serving as a trusted “customer friend”. You’ll partner with engineering, product, and senior leadership to embed Secure by Design, de‐risk complex change, and simplify security for decision‐makers. A strong grasp of how contemporary cloud‐native services (containers, Kubernetes, microservices …/serverless, identity, secrets, and zero trust patterns) are designed and implemented is essential to success in this role. Our consultants lead parallel workstreams spanning security engineering and assurance, maintain day‐to‐day client engagement, and contribute to presales and bid activity when needed. What you’ll do Secure product & platform delivery (cloud‐native focus) • Provide hands‐on cyber More ❯

About the role Here at DS Smith, a multi-national sustainable packaging provider, we are looking for a Security Assurance Analyst to join our growing Security Team. The mission of the I&T Digital Security organisation is to deliver an efficient and effective service that has scalability and flexibility to support the demands of a FTSE … business.Supporting Head of Information Security Architecture and Assurance as well as working closely with key stakeholders including Head of Governance, Risk and Compliance, Digital Security, IT and business teams you will focus on core areas such as risk management and security due-diligence reviews ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory and relevant security policies and best … practices.In this position you will provide assurance and guidance that the security features, practices, procedures, and architecture of an information system accurately mediates and enforces the security policies.Visibility and the ability to build close working relationships with Information & Technology (I&T) team members, business stakeholders as well as external partners is essential. This will require some ‘on More ❯

Our investment advisory client is seeking an experienced Director of Information Security to lead the cybersecurity program of a prestigious, globally recognised portfolio company, ensuring the protection of sensitive intellectual property, critical resources, and global operations. This role combines technical expertise with strategic business engagement, ensuring that security is seamlessly integrated across all commercial activities. This role will … oversee the organization’s security strategy, security operations, vulnerability management, incident response, risk identification and mitigation planning/implementation, identity management, network security, privacy, and compliance. The Director will work closely and report to the Group CISO. Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Business Partnership Act as a trusted advisor to leadership across operations, engineering, and corporate functions. Translate cybersecurity … risks into business terms, enabling executives to make informed decisions. Partner with various areas within the business to embed security into projects & daily operations. Define and drive the overall security roadmap, ensuring it evolves with the business. Lead security benchmarking and strategic planning Continuous assessment of risk across the organization paired with the ability to implement risk More ❯

Our investment advisory client is seeking an experienced Director of Information Security to lead the cybersecurity program of a prestigious, globally recognised portfolio company, ensuring the protection of sensitive intellectual property, critical resources, and global operations. This role combines technical expertise with strategic business engagement, ensuring that security is seamlessly integrated across all commercial activities. This role will … oversee the organization’s security strategy, security operations, vulnerability management, incident response, risk identification and mitigation planning/implementation, identity management, network security, privacy, and compliance. The Director will work closely and report to the Group CISO. Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Business Partnership Act as a trusted advisor to leadership across operations, engineering, and corporate functions. Translate cybersecurity … risks into business terms, enabling executives to make informed decisions. Partner with various areas within the business to embed security into projects & daily operations. Define and drive the overall security roadmap, ensuring it evolves with the business. Lead security benchmarking and strategic planning Continuous assessment of risk across the organization paired with the ability to implement risk More ❯

Job Title: Cyber Security - (DevSecOps Consultant) Location: London/Hybrid - (Mainly remote with infrequent travel) Employment: Contract Duration : (3 months rolling contract) Rate: £650/Day inside IR35 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Security by Design: Embed cloud, mobile and application security controls early across solution design, build and deployment. Cloud Security Oversight: Review Azure configurations, network boundaries, identity … setup and data protection measures for loyalty platforms. Application & API Security: Conduct security reviews on web and mobile applications, focusing on authentication, authorisation, data handling and API exposure. Risk & Threat Assessment: Identify, document and track security risks across the loyalty ecosystem, ensuring timely mitigation. Tooling & Integration: Leverage Wiz, GHAS, Snyk and other InfoSec tools to drive vulnerability … management and compliance validation. Collaboration: Partner with Product Engineering, Security Architecture and DevOps to strengthen secure build pipelines, app release processes and incident readiness. SKILLS Proven expertise in cloud security (Azure preferred), including network segmentation, identity and key management. Strong background in application and API security, including OWASP, SAST/DAST and CI/CD integration. More ❯

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Security to lead the Trust's cyber, information security, resilience, and governance strategy. This senior leadership role sits within the Digital Data & Technology (DDaT) team and plays a critical part in safeguarding patient and organisational data, enabling secure digital transformation, and aligning local strategies with IFC and national initiatives. … The postholder will act as the Deputy Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO) and provide strategic and operational leadership across architecture, infrastructure, live services, cyber security, and information governance. Main duties of the job Develop and implement a comprehensive cyber and information security strategy across the Trust and ICs. Lead risk management, resilience planning, and compliance with national … cyber threats are integrated into resilience planning. Manage budgets, business cases, and funding proposals for cyber initiatives. Promote a culture of continuous improvement, training, and professional development across the security function. Deputise for the Associate Director of Digital Operations when required. About us Diversity makes us interesting Inclusion is what will make us outstanding. Inequality exists and the journey More ❯

Senior Security Consultant (AI Specialist) Location: london Salary: £95,000 – £115,000 + £4,000 car allowance + 15% bonus About the Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Security Consultant (AI Specialist) to lead the design, strategy, and implementation of secure architectures for AI and machine learning (ML) systems. This senior-level role sits at the intersection … of cybersecurity and advanced technology, shaping enterprise security frameworks and ensuring responsible and compliant use of AI across large-scale environments. You’ll play a strategic role in defining AI/ML security standards, performing risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with key regulations such as GDPR and the EU AI Act. As a thought leader in this space … you’ll influence enterprise-wide security architecture decisions and help guide innovation responsibly and securely. Key Responsibilities Define and deliver enterprise-level AI/ML security strategies, policies, and standards. Architect secure AI/ML models, platforms, and pipelines, embedding security throughout the lifecycle. Lead AI risk assessments and develop mitigation frameworks for complex and emerging More ❯

Senior Security Consultant (AI Specialist) Location: London Permanent: Full-time Salary: Up to £120k plus bonus About the Role A unique opportunity for a senior security professional with deep expertise in AI and Machine Learning. This position plays a key role in shaping enterprise security architecture and governance for AI-driven systems. The role involves developing … strategies, defining security frameworks, and influencing stakeholders across the organisation to ensure secure and ethical use of AI technologies. Key Responsibilities Define and implement AI/ML security strategies, policies, and architecture standards. Lead enterprise-level AI security risk assessments and mitigation planning. Oversee data protection, privacy, and compliance for AI systems. Champion ethical AI and … contribute to governance frameworks. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to embed security across AI lifecycles. Skills & Experience 7+ years’ experience in cybersecurity with a focus on architecture. Strong knowledge of AI/ML concepts, risks, and security controls. Experience designing secure AI architectures and pipelines. Understanding of data privacy and regulatory frameworks (GDPR, ISO 27001, NIST). DevSecOps and More ❯

Infrastructure & Security Solutions Architect Location: London (Hybrid) About Albany Beck Albany Beck are a Management Consultancy focused on providing specialist talent and transformative solutions to Financial Services clients. We combine subject matter expertise with innovative delivery models that help clients scale efficiently, while offering meaningful, long-term career opportunities to our people. At Albany Beck, you’ll be choosing … to work with an organisation that’s passionate about your learning journey and committed to your professional career and personal development. Albany Beck are hiring an experienced Infrastructure & Security Solutions Architect to join our growing architecture team on an immediate deployment with a leading financial services client. As an Infrastructure & Security Solutions Architect, you’ll play a … key role in shaping and delivering strategic technology initiatives across complex financial environments. You’ll work alongside a growing team of architects and security specialists, contributing to long-term strategic planning and large-scale transformation programmes. Key Responsibilities Develop end-to-end infrastructure and security solution designs aligned with enterprise architecture and strategic objectives. Partner with internal More ❯

GRC Cyber Security Analyst Our client, who is a Times Top 100 employer, is urgently looking for an experienced GRC Cyber Security Analyst to join their team on a permanent basis. Please note, the role is remote, with travel required to an office once a month on average. You will work on security consultancy and risk activities … with external and internal stakeholders continually improving the risk posture and compliance. You will also support a security transformation programme, by delivering initiatives. Our client is looking for someone who can shape change and has an experience in GRC, security architecture, consultancy and identity management. You will be rewarded with an excellent salary, as well as a … brilliant benefits package including remote working, annual leave, pension scheme, discounts off tech (laptops, phones, televisions), training & progression any many, many more perks! GRC Cyber Security Analyst – Key Skills: Excellent understanding and experience around Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) within a Cyber Security setting Experience and knowledge around the ISO27000 family – know the differences between each and able More ❯

Senior Cyber Security & Infrastructure Engineer - Azure - FinTech A FinTech is seeking a skilled Senior Cyber & Infrastructure Engineer to drive the next phase of its Microsoft cloud environment and cyber security strategy. This role offers an opportunity to join a forward-thinking IT function and be a key player in building secure, scalable systems and ensuring the organisation stays … ahead of evolving cyber threats. The successful candidate will take ownership of security architecture in a Microsoft cloud infrastructure environment to deliver resilient, and future proof solutions. Key Responsibilities: Implement and enhance secure, Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 platforms. Strengthen and manage the organisation’s security posture using Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Sentinel, Intune, and other Microsoft … security solutions. Integrate and optimise EDR, XDR, and CrowdStrike (or similar platforms) to improve threat detection and response capabilities. Maintain effective access controls, including RBAC and Conditional Access Collaborate with Risk & Compliance teams to align infrastructure with ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS frameworks. Act as the technical SME for security infrastructure and collaborate with other Cloud, Compliance and More ❯

The Associates Global is seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect with a Security focus to join a large, well-established organisation undergoing major digital transformation. The company has very low staff turnover and the relatively newly stood up Architecture practise has excellent sponsorship from the top down. This is a brand-new, business-critical role, offering the chance to … set the strategic direction for cybersecurity architecture at scale. This Hybrid role (2 days in) in London will require you to be an excellent communicator with natural gravitas. Your stakeholders will cut across the organisation (including SLT) as well as external providers. You will use your experience to help shape a business that is exciting and uplifting in what … they do. You’ll work closely with a forward-thinking Enterprise Architecture (EA) team and collaborate with senior stakeholders across the CIO function. This is a role for someone who thrives in large-scale environments and wants to play a defining role in embedding secure-by-design principles into every stage of delivery. PLEASE NOTE: The hiring team on More ❯

design decisions, high-level designs, and technical option papers Collaborate closely with engineering teams and senior stakeholders to define the technical vision and establish architectural guardrails Operate across multiple architecture domains, contributing to both client and internal projects Drive continuous improvement and uphold agile delivery best practices What we’re looking for Hands-on software engineering background, ideally having … led development teams Strong understanding of architectural principles and delivery methodologies Experience working across domains such as Application, Technology, or Security Architecture Cloud experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP Familiarity with frameworks such as TOGAF, SAFe, or Scrum A collaborative mindset and passion for problem-solving in fast-paced environments The package Salary: £80,000–£105,000 Bonus More ❯

for leading and driving sales engagements. Palo Alto Networks is leading the charge in platformization, offering best-in-breed solutions that enable customers to build a truly zero-trust security architecture and navigate critical transformations. To ensure our sales team is equipped to guide customers, we've developed FLIGHT, an immersive onboarding program. Flight blends virtual and in … services Travel as necessary within your territory, and to company-wide meetings Qualifications Your Experience Experience and knowledge of SaaS-based architectures, ideally in a networking and/or security industry Demonstrated experience selling complex solutions, value selling, and/or consultative sales techniques Technical aptitude for understanding how technology products and solutions solve business problems Identifies problems, reviews More ❯

engagements. We know the SASE opportunity is massive. Our solutions are best-in-breed and customers need a trusted cybersecurity partner who can create a truly zero trust based security architecture. Our customers are looking to us to create critical transformations and our portfolio of solutions will help us do that. Your Impact As a Major Account Manager, you … services Travel as necessary within your territory, and to company-wide meetings Qualifications Your Experience Experience and knowledge of SaaS-based architectures, ideally in a networking and/or security industry - SASE technology is preferred Demonstrated experience selling complex solutions, value selling, and/or consultative sales techniques Technical aptitude for understanding how technology products and solutions solve business More ❯

engagements. We know the SASE opportunity is massive. Our solutions are best-in-breed and customers need a trusted cybersecurity partner who can create a truly zero trust based security architecture. Our customers are looking to us to create critical transformations and our portfolio of solutions will help us do that. Your Impact As a Major Account Manager, you … services Travel as necessary within your territory, and to company-wide meetings Qualifications Your Experience Experience and knowledge of SaaS-based architectures, ideally in a networking and/or security industry - SASE technology is preferred Demonstrated experience selling complex solutions, value selling, and/or consultative sales techniques Technical aptitude for understanding how technology products and solutions solve business More ❯