Cyber Security Architect
Salary: Circa £72,000 per annum
Benefits: 35 days annual leave + BH + Christmas closure, generous pension scheme
Contract: 12 month fixed-term contract
Location: Manchester (hybrid working)
A leading university in the North West is looking for an experienced Programme Security Architect to play a central role in a major Security & Risk Transformation Programme. This is a unique opportunity to define and implement enterprise-wide security architecture that will directly impact the safety of critical systems, data, and people.
What Youll Be Doing
As the Programme Security Architect, youll:
Design and deliver secure, scalable solutions across cloud and on-premise environments, using Microsofts security suite (Defender, Sentinel, Identity).
Align security architecture with strategic business and digital objectives.
Collaborate with project, architecture, and security teams to embed security throughout the change lifecycle.
Produce technical roadmaps and comprehensive documentation to guide future security efforts.
Act as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert, providing mentoring and guidance across teams.
What Youll Bring
Significant experience designing and implementing complex security architecture, particularly within Microsoft ecosystems.
Expertise in cloud security and integration, including hybrid environments.
A deep understanding of security frameworks and principles (e.g., defence-in-depth, secure development lifecycle).
Strong communication skillsable to translate complex technical requirements for a range of stakeholders.
A strategic and collaborative mindset, capable of influencing security direction and decision-making.
Desirable Certifications
Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Microsoft SC-200, AZ-500, SC-100, or TOGAF.
Why Join?
This is a chance to shape the future of cyber security at a university undergoing significant digital transformation. You'll be joining a modern and innovative IT & Digital function that is central to enhancing teaching, research, and operations on a local and global scale.
Apply now or reach out to Kirsty Mah for a confidential conversation.
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