Job Title: Senior Solutions Architect – InfoSec
📍 Location: Binley, Coventry (Hybrid Working)
About the Role
We’re looking for a Senior Solutions Architect – InfoSec to join our Architecture team. This is a critical and high-impact role focused on shaping security architecture within our enterprise, working on products and platforms with strategic significance.
You will be part of a small, expert team of security architects, guiding and influencing security-related decisions across multiple portfolios. Acting as a key contributor to the Enterprise Solution Delivery (ESD), you’ll ensure that security is embedded within our agile delivery pipelines and architectural governance.
Key Responsibilities
* Collaborate with Enterprise Architects to shape Epics and Capabilities from a security perspective.
* Lead the InfoSec aspects of solution design across product teams and programmes.
* Define security-related Non-Functional Requirements (NFRs).
* Support development and prioritisation of architectural enablers and runways.
* Partner with engineering teams and suppliers to deliver secure-by-design solutions.
* Contribute to solution vision, roadmap and backlog, and align with delivery streams.
* Facilitate Pre- and Post-PI planning events and Agile Release Train (ART) workshops.
* Champion continuous improvement and built-in quality practices within delivery.
* Define and maintain content within the Solution Intent repository for InfoSec.
Essential Skills and Experience
* Professional accreditation such as CISSP, SABSA, or equivalent.
* Proven experience as a security architect in a SAFe or agile product environment.
* Deep knowledge of security risk identification, mitigation, and regulatory compliance (DPA 2018, GDPR, PCI DSS).
* Understanding of threat models, TTPs, and attack surfaces relevant to UK financial services.
* Hands-on experience in designing and delivering secure platforms and services.
* Familiarity with Zero Trust Architecture principles.
Highly Desirable Skills
* Public cloud security architecture – preferably AWS (Azure is a plus).
* Database and enterprise IAM security design experience.
* Exposure to tools like SIEM, EDR, CASB, VPNs, Secrets Management, Pen Testing.
* Understanding of modern software development practices (CI/CD, version control).
* Operational IT security experience.
About You
* Strong communicator – confident working with technical and business stakeholders.
* Detail-oriented with solid planning, analytical, and decision-making skills.
* Adept at building relationships in a collaborative, matrixed environment.
* Enthusiastic about continuous learning, improvement, and technical leadership.
Qualifications
* Educated to degree level or equivalent.
* Significant hands-on security architecture experience in complex enterprise environments.
* A proven track record in a senior technical leadership or architecture role.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits
* Hybrid working model
* Access to personal and professional development resources
* A supportive and inclusive workplace culture
* A chance to work on high-impact projects that shape the future of our digital and security posture