Salary: £130,000 - 140,000 per year Requirements: Strong foundation in application architecture (patterns, standards, designs) Software development background with deep network security knowledge Proven experience blending application and network security architecture Experience in financial services or other regulated industries Ability to produce high-quality architectural documentation Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders and regulatory bodies Familiarity with NIST, SANS, ITU frameworks Experience in threat modelling, risk assessment, and audit engagement Technical areas youll influence: Application security & secure SDLC, Network/app segmentation & micro-segmentation, Zone-based architectures and secure legacy migration, WAAP, NGFW, NIDS/NIPS, DDoS protection, API gateways, reverse proxies, AuthN/AuthZ, Architecture modelling tools (BizzDesign, Archi, UML) Working across hybrid legacy and modern networking landscapes Preferred qualifications: Degrees in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related fields, Architecture certifications such as SABSA or TOGAF, Security certifications (e.g., CEH) Responsibilities: Leading the design of secure, scalable application and network architectures Owning reference patterns that drive best practice across the organisation Defining segmentation strategies, security controls, and migration pathways Presenting and defending designs at senior architecture forums Partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, robustness, and delivery success Providing technical thought leadership across multiple programmes Strengthening the organisations security posture across both modern and legacy estates Technologies: API Architect BiZZdesign Network Security TOGAF UML CTO More: We are Elevation Recruitment Groups Tech & Transformation division, supporting a well-established organisation in Leeds. As a Network Security Architect, you will have the opportunity to design secure, scalable application and network architectures that withstand todays sophisticated threats. This ongoing contract offers a competitive day rate of £650-£700 and falls inside IR35. Join us and step into a role that challenges and rewards in equal measure. last updated 8 week of 2026