Cyber Security Architect
£60,000–£70,000 + bonus + excellent pension
Hybrid | Coventry (3 days/week on average)
The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.
We’re partnering with a leading UK utility provider to hire a Cyber Security Architect who’ll set the standard for “secure by design” across major change, safeguarding critical national infrastructure and millions of customers.
The impact you’ll make
* Lead security architecture across multiple programmes/Agile Release Trains; shape option reviews and high-level designs that deliver proportionate, effective controls.
* Act as Product Owner for a flagship cyber programme — owning epics/features, prioritisation and roadmaps to outcomes.
* Govern security by design, ensure compliance (ISO 27001, PCI DSS, GDPR/NIS) and align to enterprise security strategy.
* Advise senior stakeholders; collaborate across architecture, engineering and suppliers to land pragmatic, secure solutions.
What you’ll bring
* 5–10 years in technical/information security with 3–5 years in security architecture.
* Strong coverage across IAM/PAM, endpoint/EDR, network, O365/email, app & cloud (Azure/AWS), CASB, DLP, SIEM/NAC/firewalls/IDS; OT/ICS/SCADA exposure welcomed.
* Governance & documentation chops (policies, patterns, standards) and senior influencing skills.
* Certifications: CISSP or CISM (required). CCSP/SABSA/ISO Lead Auditor/CRISC/CISA a plus.
Salary, benefits & working pattern
* £60k–£70k base + annual bonus.
* Market-leading pension (employer matches to double your contribution up to 15%).
* 28 days’ holiday + BHs (buy/sell up to 5; rises after 5 years).
* Family-friendly policies (including fully paid maternity/adoption leave for a year).
* Sharesave, two paid volunteering days, EV scheme, retail discounts, and high-quality training via an in-house Academy.
* Hybrid: Coventry HQ, 3 days/week on average, 37 hrs Mon–Fri.
Click “Apply” now or for further details, please contact Matthew@infosecpeople.co.uk