Our client has an opportunity for a Security Architect to join them on a contract basis for 6 months. You will be responsible for designing, developing and maintaining secure system architectures for MOD platforms, applications, and networks. Role : Security Architect Location : Newport, 4 days onsite Hours : 35 Clearance : Active security clearance required on submission Hourly Rate : £85 per hour via umbrella, inside IR35 What you'll be doing: Design, develop, and maintain secure system architectures for MOD platforms, applications, and networks Ensure alignment with relevant standards and frameworks including NIST SP 800-53, ISO 27001, JSP 440, DEF STAN 05-138, and NCSC guidance Produce and maintain security documentation including Security Architecture Documents, Security Risk Assessments and Security Management Plans Lead and support secure design reviews and contribute to engineering assurance gates Liaise with security stakeholders (MOD, NCSC etc.), Information Assurance teams, and other stakeholders to support security assurance processes Collaborate with engineering and development teams to ensure security requirements are met from the outset Keep up to date of evolving threat landscapes and propose mitigations aligned with system requirements Requirements: Essential Proven experience (6) years in cyber security architecture within a defence, aerospace, or critical national infrastructure environment Strong knowledge of MOD security requirements (e.g. JSP 440, JSP 604, DEF STANs) Good working knowledge and experience of Secure by Design A robust background in security architectures, process and both industry and government compliances (e.g. ISO 27001, CE/CE) Solid understanding of systems engineering principles and secure development lifecycles Experience developing artefacts to support MOD security assurance Hands-on knowledge of risk management frameworks (e.g. HMG IS1/IS2, NIST RMF) Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal - able to present to technical and non-technical stakeholders Currently holds SC Clearance If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply immediately! Line Up Aviation is a specialist aviation and aerospace recruitment company that has been operating all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best-known companies and pride ourselves with working to the highest standard of service supported by an ingrained culture of honesty and integrity. "Follow @LineUpAviation on Twitter for all our latest vacancies, news and pictures from our busy UK Head Office. Interact with us using the LineUpAviation tag at any time! Thank you for your follow!