About the Role
We are looking for an experienced
Security Architect
to join our client on a contract basis. You will play a key role in designing, implementing, and maintaining secure IT systems and enterprise architectures across the organisation. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, hands-on experience in security frameworks, and the ability to provide strategic guidance to multiple stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and implement enterprise-wide security architectures and frameworks.
* Assess and advise on security risks, controls, and mitigation strategies.
* Lead security reviews, threat modelling, and vulnerability assessments.
* Collaborate with IT, DevOps, and project teams to integrate security into infrastructure and applications.
* Define security policies, standards, and best practices aligned with ISO 27001, NIST, or equivalent frameworks.
* Provide guidance on secure cloud deployments, identity & access management, and network security.
* Support audits, compliance assessments, and security incident response planning.
Required Skills & Experience
* Proven experience as a
Security Architect
or similar senior security role.
* Deep knowledge of security technologies, including firewalls, IAM, endpoint protection, SIEM, and cloud security.
* Experience with risk assessment frameworks, penetration testing, and threat modelling.
* Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance standards (ISO 27001, GDPR, NIST, etc.).
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Experience in enterprise IT environments and hybrid/multi-cloud architectures.
* Relevant certifications preferred: CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or equivalent.