22 of 22 Security Architecture Jobs in the North of England

60k per annum As a Cloud/Cyber Security Solutions Architect , you will design and implement advanced cloud and security architectures to protect an organisation's critical digital assets. You'll collaborate with key stakeholders, ensuring that security solutions align with business objectives and regulatory requirements. Your expertise in cybersecurity technologies will drive the development of secure … solutions, incorporating identity and access management, data protection, network security, and compliance strategies. You will also ensure seamless integration of these security measures within existing systems while staying ahead of industry trends and emerging threats. Key Responsibilities : Cloud Architecture Design : Develop cloud-based solutions, integrating security from the ground up. Security Assessment & Planning : Identify and … mitigate security risks, ensuring regulatory compliance. Identity & Access Management : Implement RBAC, MFA, and IAM solutions to safeguard sensitive data. Data Protection & Encryption : Protect data at rest, in transit, and in use through encryption and tokenization. Network Security : Design secure network architectures, implement IDS/IPS, firewalls, and VPNs. Security Monitoring & Incident Response : Build monitoring solutions, develop incident More ❯

Job Title: Security Architect Location: NEWCASTLE Salary: Competitive Security Clearance: MOD SC (willing and able to obtain DV) About DXC Technology DXC Technology is a global IT services leader, providing cutting-edge technology solutions to modernize and secure IT infrastructure. With expertise in cybersecurity, cloud computing, and digital transformation, DXC empowers organizations to achieve operational excellence. Role Overview … As a Security Architect, you will be responsible for enhancing the security posture of DXC's client services by ensuring full compliance with the NIST 800-53 framework. You will evaluate existing security controls, map them to NIST standards, and develop new controls and documentation to improve compliance and overall security. Key Responsibilities Architect and oversee the … implementation of security solutions in compliance with NIST 800-53. Work closely with the customer's architecture team to develop and implement security strategies. Identify security risks, define security requirements, and recommend remediation strategies. Develop and enforce security policy standards to ensure compliance with customer security requirements. Provide technical leadership on security More ❯

Join the Home Office as a Lead Security Architect and steer the secure by design delivery of critical systems that protect citizens and national interests. Working with the Principal Security Architect, you will own security architecture for a major portfolio, translate business goals and threat intelligence into practical controls, and mentor SEO level architects to raise … communication and enjoy turning complex risks into elegant proportionate solutions, this role offers the chance to make a tangible impact on services millions rely on every day. As Lead Security Architect you will direct secure architecture across a portfolio worth hundreds of millions of pounds. Working with product owners, delivery managers and enterprise architects, you will ensure every … and NCSC standards while enabling rapid, user centred delivery. You will analyse emerging threats, advise on proportional mitigations, and produce or tailor reference patterns covering identity, network segmentation, container security, data protection, and monitoring. By modelling risks with frameworks such as ISO 27005, NIST, or STRIDE, you will justify design choices to technical and non technical audiences and document More ❯

Darkshield is an expert cybersecurity agency based in York, UK. We help organisations navigate an increasingly complex digital landscape by providing expert services in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, managed security, and compliance . Our mission is to protect businesses by delivering tailored, cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions that keep them resilient and ahead of cyber threats. The Role We are … looking for a Cloud Security Engineer to join our growing team. This role involves designing, implementing, and managing security solutions across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud . The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud security architectures, automation, and compliance frameworks . Key Responsibilities Cloud Security Architecture & Implementation Design and implement cloud security architectures across AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Develop and enforce cloud security controls , including IAM policies, encryption, and network security. Threat Monitoring & Incident Response Monitor cloud environments for security threats, vulnerabilities, and misconfigurations . Lead incident response efforts related to cloud security breaches and misconfigurations. Implement SIEM and security monitoring tools for real-time threat More ❯

Security Architect (Microsoft) | Manchester, Birmingham, Sheffield, Edinburgh, or Glasgow | £600-£800 p/day (IR35) | 3 days on-site | 6 month contract (possible extension) Location: Manchester, Birmingham, Sheffield, Edinburgh or Glasgow (dependent on which is closer) Working pattern: 3 days on-site, 2 days remote Contract length: Until the end of November, extensions likely Start date: Immediate A global … consultancy is looking for an experienced Security Architecht to lead the design and governance of secure solutions across a major programme of work. You will act as primary cybersecurity SME, delivering Microsoft-focused architecture and risk management. Key responsibilities: Deliver end-to-end solution designs aligned with Microsoft security capabilities Conduct capability assesments across Microsoft security tools (i.e Defender, E5, Endpoint, CrowdStrike Evaluate security architecture using industry frameworks (i.e ISO 27001, CIS, NIST) Produce architecture dcumentation, risk assessments and design decision Experience required: Expertise in Microsoft Security Stack (E5 Security, Defender, Endpoint, Sentinel) Strong knowledge of Microsoft Licensing and governance Experiecne designing reusable security architecture patterns and templates More ❯

At Tombola, we take security seriously - but we also like to have a bit of fun while we're at it! As our Cloud Security Engineer, you'll be building on our existing operational security, with a special focus on protecting our cloud infrastructure. You'll be hands-on, designing, implementing, and managing top-notch security … play a key part in developing our vulnerability management program, working closely with our operational support, infrastructure, and development teams. Plus, you'll be right in the thick of security event monitoring, threat intelligence, and incident management - keeping us one step ahead! What you'll be doing: Delivering SOC Capabilities: You'll be a key team member in delivering … ongoing Security Operations Centre (SOC) capabilities for the business. Driving Automation: You'll push for security automation wherever possible and play a big part in evolving our security tooling and services. Policy & Standards: You'll champion the adoption and adherence to our InfoSec policy, standards, and guidelines. Threat Intelligence: You'll monitor and apply current and emerging More ❯

Ready to be our next Cloud Security Engineer ? We're on the lookout for a tech whiz to join our brilliant team in Sunderland and help us keep things super secure for our players and our business. If you're passionate about cloud security and love a challenge, you're in the right place! Cloud Security Engineer … At tombola, we take security seriously - but we also like to have a bit of fun while we're at it! As our Cloud Security Engineer , you'll be building on our existing operational security, with a special focus on protecting our cloud infrastructure. You'll be hands-on, designing, implementing, and managing top-notch security … play a key part in developing our vulnerability management program, working closely with our operational support, infrastructure, and development teams. Plus, you'll be right in the thick of security event monitoring, threat intelligence, and incident management - keeping us one step ahead! What you'll be doing: Delivering SOC Capabilities: You'll be a key team member in delivering More ❯

Enterprise Security Architect 6 month contract Leeds - hybrid working £700 per day outside IR35 About the Role Our client is seeking a highly capable and composed Enterprise Security Architect to support the Group Head of Cyber Strategy & Security Architecture in leading a 40-person function. This is a pivotal role that bridges strategic oversight and technical … leadership, ensuring the smooth operation of the architecture team and acting as the first point of contact for escalations, workload management, and architectural guidance. While this role does not include direct line management, you will act as a technical lead and intermediary , helping to coordinate efforts across the team, support sensitive projects, and ensure high standards of security architecture are maintained across the business. Key Responsibilities Act as deputy to the Group Head of Cyber Strategy & Security Architecture. Provide technical leadership and oversight across the security architecture team. Manage daily sprint activities, working closely with Scrum Masters and using tools like Jira , Confluence , GitHub , Teams , and Slack . Serve as the first point More ❯

Job-ID: 214262 Contract type: Standard Business Unit: IT Consulting Life on the team At Computacenter, we support enterprise-scale organisations in securing their digital operations and advancing their security strategies. As part of our Group Professional Services (GPS) division, you'll join a network of over 1,000 technology professionals who collaborate across borders to deliver industry-leading … solutions. This role offers the opportunity to shape and deliver cutting-edge security architectures that span Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), identity and access management, cloud security, and data centre protection. As a Technology Architect (Security), you'll work directly with major enterprise customers, playing a strategic role in advisory, design, and technical delivery. What you'll … do Provide expert guidance across SASE/SSE, PAM, detection, and data centre security technologies Lead customer engagements, providing advisory services, architecture guidance, roadmap planning, and solution governance Define and document high-level solution designs, technical requirements, and delivery frameworks Act as Technical or Design Authority for enterprise-scale customer programmes Engage in strategic customer meetings to translate More ❯

Are you an experienced Security Architect with significant experience in Microsoft security platforms? Are you interested in helping to shape and secure the digital future at one of the UK's leading universities? Manchester Metropolitan University is looking for an experienced and highly skilled Programme Security Architect to play a central role in our strategic Security & Risk transformation programme. In this influential role, you will lead the development and implementation of advanced security architectures, specifically leveraging Microsoft's security suite, including Defender, Sentinel and Identity capabilities across cloud and on-premise systems to transform and enhance our cyber resilience. You will collaborate closely with our security, architecture, and project teams to … design secure, integrated, and business-aligned solutions. Your expertise will drive improvements across capability modelling, strategy alignment, innovation, and technical planning-ensuring security architectures are robust, flexible, and support our ambitious digital objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to significantly shape and influence security strategy within a supportive, forward-thinking environment, delivering measurable impacts that protect the University More ❯

implement end-to-end solution/technical design. Provide solution and technical SME mentorship. Provide a customer concern point for design related issues within projects. Align standards, frameworks and security with overall business and technology strategy. Identify, communicate, and address Information Assurance risks. Design security architecture elements to mitigate risks in liaison with Solution Leads. Create solutions … that balance business requirements with information and cyber security requirements. Identify security design gaps in existing and proposed architectures and recommend changes or improvements. What youll bring:. Experience of core Cisco Networking technologies covering switching, routing, firewall, wireless(ASA,ACI,NX-OS,IOS etc.). Good knowledge of network orchestration and automation. Concrete understanding of fundamental vendor … to a high standard. Experience with Windows server, AD, exchange SharePoint, group policy. It would be great if you had: Familiarity with industry standard frameworks in project management and architecture (Prince2, TOGAF etc). Cisco Unified Communications, and ideally also Asterisk PABX. Familiar with concepts involved in SEIM and other network security technologies. Knowledge of Endpoint Management. Familiarity More ❯

Expanding Technology company seeks its first Security Architect to join a security team of 7. In this role, you will develop and maintain security blueprints and repeatable patterns, design processes, set up documentation, and design the overall security architecture for the company. As number 2 in the Security team, you will mentor more junior … staff and may have the opportunity to directly manage, if this is of interest to you. The successful candidate will have strong expertise in network security, firewalls, and cloud security. Previous experience as a security architect is required, either in a consultancy or end user, and you should have good knowledge of ISO and NIST. Relevant certifications such More ❯

week + WFH) Salary: £60K - £62.5K + exceptional Employee Benefits including 28% Employer Pension, (+ on-call payment), great work/life balance Key Skills: Vulnerability Management tools, Azure Security Centre, Defender, Sentinel and a broad Infrastructure Engineer background Summary: This role joins a high performing, dedicated, hands-on Cyber Security Team responsible for providing a critical Security/Cyber Engineering function. The role: Creating and documenting the configurations of the Cyber Security architecture to ensure its robustness and effectiveness, (in line with the technology roadmap) Reporting on cyber security issues managing escalated tickets, prioritising, resolving and documenting. Provide guidance on Cyber security on escalated tickets. Assist with cyber security planning - collaboratively … at team meetings Liaising across a wide variety of Users and Stakeholders to ensure consistent security governance, support and protection. You need to be able to demonstrate the following essential skills and experience: Ability to work 2 days per week in Brighton 2+ years strong hands-on technical experience with Microsoft Security and infrastructure services including: Defender suite More ❯

As a Senior Technical Architect, you will be critical in designing and implementing innovative and efficient technology solutions that meet our business objectives. Your focus will be on corporate architecture solutions and tools that span Betfred. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Programme Managers, Product Owners, and business stakeholders, to deliver high-quality solutions within specified … Design and present conceptual solutions to stakeholders. Assess existing systems, identify integration points, and develop strategies for seamless integration with new and current technologies. Create and maintain detailed solution architecture documentation, including system diagrams, reusable artefacts, technical specifications, and best practices. Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluate their benefits and drawbacks, and recommend their incorporation into … solutions. Identify potential technical risks and develop mitigation strategies, considering scalability, performance, security, and data integrity. Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Significant experience as a Technical Architect within a software development environment. Strong understanding of software development methodologies, architectural patterns, and technologies such as cloud computing, microservices, APIs, databases, and web tech. Ability to translate complex business requirements into practical More ❯

As a Senior Technical Architect, you will be critical in designing and implementing innovative and efficient technology solutions that meet our business objectives. Your focus will be on corporate architecture solutions and tools that span Betfred. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Programme Managers, Product Owners, and business stakeholders, to deliver high-quality solutions within specified … conceptual solutions to business and technical stakeholders. Assess existing systems, identify integration points, and develop strategies for seamless integration with new and current technologies. Create and maintain detailed solution architecture documentation, including system diagrams, reusable artefacts, technical specifications, and best practice guidelines. Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluate their potential benefits and drawbacks, and make recommendations … for their incorporation into existing or new solutions. Identify potential technical risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success, including scalability, performance, security, and data integrity considerations. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Essentials: Significant experience as a Technical Architect within a software development environment. Strong understanding of software development methodologies, architectural patterns, and technologies such as cloud computing, microservices More ❯

SC Cleared Security Architect Based in Newcastle Contract Tenure: 12 months, extendable Up to £750 per day. Inside IR35 (VIA Umbrella) Experience/Skills Required: Extensive Security Architecture experience within a Government Department Highly experienced individual that has worked with complex large-scale micro-service infrastructure. AWS cloud experience is essential Working with DB applications such as … PostgreSQL experience is essential Working with systems that encrypt data is essential Strong experience designing and reviewing system architectures through the development of patterns and principles Deep understanding of security concepts and can apply them to a technical level Effectively translate and accurately communicate security and risk implications to technical and non-technical stakeholders More ❯

Security Architect - SC Cleared £750/day Remote/Hybrid Public Sector Contract We are currently seeking a highly experienced SC-cleared Security Architect to support a critical government project. This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the cutting edge of secure architecture design within a high-impact public sector environment. Role Summary As a Security Architect, you will lead the design of secure systems and services, influence senior stakeholders, and contribute to the strategic development of security principles. You will be the escalation point for junior architects and will play a key role in shaping security patterns across large, complex microservice-based environments. Key Responsibilities Lead the technical design of secure systems … and services Develop vision, strategy, and principles for security architecture across projects Justify and communicate design decisions to technical and non-technical audiences Influence decision-making across large teams and departments Produce reusable security patterns and support quality assurance Collaborate with architects, engineers, and security stakeholders across departments Provide insight into complex security needs and More ❯

Insight Investment is looking for a Security Architecture Lead to join the Cyber Security team in Manchester. Working within the CISO team as the Security Architecture Lead and acting as a subject matter expert, you will have significant expertise in security design and assurance of systems and applications. Role Responsibilities Conduct assessments of projects … strategies to mitigate risks Lead and define threat modelling activities of systems and applications Conduct regular training sessions and awareness programs for development teams Continuously evaluate and improve existing security measures Ensure ongoing compliance with legal, regulatory, and industry standards Experience Required Demonstrable experience in a leadership role directly supervising staff Strong understanding of end-to-end cybersecurity architecture within software development environments Strong understanding of emerging cyber security threats A broad and comprehensive technical knowledge of IT infrastructure and technologies A broad and comprehensive technical knowledge of applications and development The ability to work effectively within a team environment and across various stakeholders Insight is committed to being an inclusive employer and encourages applications from all More ❯

Core Purpose The Senior Security Architect will:Engage with senior stakeholders across departments.Influence teams and communities across the organisation.Research and apply innovative security architecture solutions.Develop vision, principles, and strategy for security architecture.Balance security requirements and make informed design decisions.Lead technical design of systems and services.Support quality assurance and act as an escalation point for junior … architects. Key Responsibilities Analyse technical solutions and identify areas for improvement.Reuse analysis across similar problem sets.Communicate security and risk implications to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Design and review secure system architectures using patterns and principles. Technical Skills (Priority Areas) Analysis: Ability to monitor and drive technical analysis and feedback loops.Communication: Deep understanding of security concepts and ability … communicate them clearly.Designing Secure Systems: Experience in designing and reviewing secure architectures. Knowledge & Experience Experience with large-scale micro-service infrastructure. Essential: AWS CloudMongoDB & PostgreSQLSystems that encrypt data Broader Security Expertise Required Candidates must demonstrate hands-on experience in:Application securityDatabase securityCloud security measures Mandatory Certification All candidates must hold the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP More ❯

complex environments and influencing stakeholders at all levels. Essential qualifications and skills: Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or equivalent TOGAF certification or similar Proven experience in solution architecture and enterprise-level projects Strong understanding of integration, network, and security architecture Ability to work with outsourced development teams Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills Valid More ❯

Company: Want to work for a global logistics leader that's seriously committed to information security? Whether it's powering global deliveries or enabling supply chains for some of the world's most renowned brands, they are here to stay. As an Information Security Risk Manager, you help enable all of this to happen, and they would like … you will gain experience in industries that will remain relevant forever. Responsibilities: You will deal with risk management topics - assessments, analyses, planning, monitoring, reporting, etc. You will manage information security projects You will collaborate with technical IT teams to ensure company-wide compliance You will aid with the improvement of the IT security architecture and implement IT … security guidelines You will internally consult and advise on security best practices Required Skills: You have Professional English language skills You are experienced in (ISMS-based) risk management You have previously managed information security projects You have a solid understanding of IT, security and cloud architecture Desired Skills: You have German language knowledge Company Benefits More ❯

Your new company We are currently working with a market leading insurance company, supporting them in partnership with their recruitment of an experienced Security Consultant for a 6 month contract. This organisation is going through a large period of growth, with many different Tech initiatives and projects currently ongoing. Due to this - they are looking to recruit a Security … This role is going to be within a project that is looking to decommission physical data centres and transition to a fully cloud-based database.Requirements and Experience: Expertise in Security Assurance and Security Assessments. Experience in Collaborate with CIO, CISO leadership, and portfolio managers on business cases for security strategies. Develop security architecture patterns and … regulatory compliance. Stakeholder management experience Threat recognition and modelling Experience with cloud (Azure or GCP) Provide expert stewardship in IT Change Management and IT governance for Information Security. Offer security consultancy to ensure fit-for-purpose security capabilities. Support the CISO in achieving security vision and strategic objectives. Address and resolve critical security risks and issues More ❯