We are seeking a Senior Cyber Security Architect Lead to support a public sector programme in Berkshire on a 12 -month contract paying up to £90 per hour inside IR35. The successful candidate will have proven experience delivering technical security leadership across enterprise environments, including cloud architecture, assurance, and secure systems design.
Key Accountabilities:
• Proven experience in security architecture and cyber capability development
• Strong background in secure systems design, risk mitigation, and assurance activity
• Experience working across large, multi -disciplinary teams within regulated environments
• Excellent stakeholder communication and ability to engage at all levels
• Awareness of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide technical input into secure system architecture and security control design
• Review solution designs to ensure security compliance and effectiveness
• Lead on identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities across projects
• Support IT Health Checks, risk assessments, and internal assurance processes
• Advise managers on control implementation and performance improvements
• Contribute to the ongoing maturity of organisational cyber capability
Essential Requirements:
• DV (Developed Vetting) clearance
• British Citizen with 10 years' UK residency
• Experience in secure, enterprise -scale environments (cloud and on -premise)
• CISSP, CESG Certified IA Professional, or equivalent qualifications
• Strong understanding of security frameworks and architectural methodologies
• Excellent interpersonal and cross -team collaboration skills
Interested?
Please apply below
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