Security Architect – Cloud-Native Platform | Greenfield Opportunity at Global Scale
Drives security architecture across a modern, cloud-native platform used by millions globally
Partner with engineering teams to embed security into products and platforms from the ground up
Play a key role in shaping security strategy within an fast-growing, technology‑driven business
We’re partnering with a global technology organisation undergoing major platform transformation and investment across its cloud and security capabilities. As part of this growth, they’re hiring a Security Architect to take ownership of security design across a large‑scale, distributed environment.
This is a genuinely greenfield opportunity where you’ll help define how security is embedded across modern applications, infrastructure, and engineering practices. Working closely with software engineering, platform, and product teams, you’ll champion secure‑by‑design principles and influence how systems are built and scaled.
The role has a strong focus on AWS security architecture, covering areas such as IAM, application security, cloud security controls, and platform protection. You’ll contribute to security standards, architectural decisions, and long‑term security direction while remaining close to the technology and engineering teams.
This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys operating in modern engineering environments, solving complex security challenges, and influencing teams in a collaborative, product‑led organisation.
You’ll get:
Work as a Security Architect in a permanent position
Join a high‑performing, global technology and security team
Play a key role in shaping security strategy and architecture
Design and implement security frameworks, policies, and standards
Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure secure system design
Contribute to cloud and modernisation initiatives with a security‑first approach
Skills/Experience:
3-5 years of classic security architecture experience; 12+ years total in security
Strong understanding of security principles, frameworks, and best practices
Experience with cloud platforms, AWS in an enterprise environment
Background in security policy development and implementation
Experience with identity and access management (IAM)
Familiarity with Agile environments and risk/incident management processes
Package & Benefits:
Competitive salary + bonus 20% + enhanced pension scheme + private healthcare + income protection + life assurance + £1,000 annual self‑development learning fund + invest via the sharesave scheme + enhanced parental leave
For more information, contact Brandon Foley on 01649 8508 or brandon.foley@archer.ie
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