Cloud Security ArchitectLondon based-HybridWe are looking for a skilled and experienced Cloud Security Architect to join our dynamic team! As a Cloud Security Architect, you will be responsible for designing, implementing and maintaining our cloud security infrastructure to ensure that our systems are secure, compliant and resilient. You will work closely with the development and operations teams to ensure that security is built into our products and processes from the ground up.Responsibilities:Lead architectural reviews of client cloud implementations against best practice, relevant threats and acceptable risksDefine and implement cloud security strategies and roadmaps (for both design and remediation activities)Collaborate across strategy, transformation, and digital engineering parts of PA to develop and manage the implementation of secure cloud architecturesProvide support to building the cloud security capability within PA by helping build a wider community and assist in keeping the DTCS team up to date on vendor platform changes, new architectural approaches and best practiceSetup architecture examples and proof of concepts on vendor platforms to illustrate best practiceCarry out the day to day tasking of small teams when working on assignmentsQualifications:Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in IT or relevant field that demonstrates your interest in IT, cloud and cyber securityProven track record of working with one or more of the main cloud vendor platforms, ideally AWSAmazon AWS, Google Cloud or Microsoft Azure cloud architect professional qualificationsISC2 CISSP accreditation or equivalent internationally recognised membershipExperience in security architecture including experience in designing and implementing technology solutions using firewall, secure networks, IDS / IPS, and IDAM systemsGood understanding of security tooling for cloud and security automationFamiliarity with relevant cyber security standards, to include NIST CSF, ISO 27001 and broader views of good practiceHands-on-experience working in roles across all phases of the portfolio, programme and project lifecyclesExcellent communication, collaboration and interpersonal skillsCloud Security Architect BenefitsBase salary up to £100k£5,900 car allowance (can be taken as cash on top of your salary)Private medical insurance25 days annual leave with the opportunity to buy 5 additional daysCompany pension schemeAnnual performance-based bonusLife and Income protection insuranceTax efficient benefits (cycle to work, give as you earn)Voluntary benefits (Dental, critical illness, spouse/partner life assurance)If you are a motivated, skilled and experienced Cloud Security Architect who is passionate about keeping up-to-date with the latest technology and ways of working, we want to hear from you!