Job Title: Technology Security Architect
Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)
Duration: May 2026 – October 2026
Start: ASAP
Day Rate / Salary: Competitive (DOE)
Overview
We are supporting a global professional services organisation undergoing a large-scale technology transformation and outsourcing transition.
This is a key role within the Security workstream, requiring a hands-on Technology Security
Architect who can operate across both delivery and design.
This is not a purely strategic role. The successful candidate will be expected to work in detail, define and implement security policies, and support delivery across the transition to ensure long-term sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
* Support and lead security activities across a multi-phase technology transition to an external provider
* Define, review, and implement security policies, standards, and procedures aligned to a new operating model
* Work with internal stakeholders and third-party providers to ensure security requirements are clearly defined and delivered
* Translate high-level requirements into actionable security deliverables
* Support the development of the security roadmap during transition
* Conduct gap analysis across current and future security posture
* Ensure alignment with regulatory and data protection requirements
* Provide hands-on support across monitoring, tooling, and threat detection environments
* Collaborate with business, risk, and operational teams to align security with organisational requirements
Key Requirements
* Proven experience as a hands-on Security Architect or Security Lead
* Strong experience supporting technology transformation, outsourcing, or transition programmes
* Ability to operate at both strategic and delivery level
* Experience defining and implementing security policies and governance frameworks
* Strong stakeholder management skills
Technical Experience
* Hands-on experience with:
* Splunk
* CrowdStrike
* Strong understanding of:
* Security operations and monitoring
* Incident response
* Cloud and infrastructure security
* Data protection and privacy
Desirable
* Experience within professional services environments
* Understanding of complex organisational structures and governance models
* Exposure to cloud transformation and modern operating models
The Programme
The organisation is undergoing a large-scale transformation driven by:
* Adoption of AI and advanced data capabilities
* Shift to a product-led operating model
* Increased use of cloud technologies
* A multi-phase technology outsourcing transition running across 2026
Security is a central component of this programme, ensuring resilience, compliance, and long-term sustainability.
Delivery Environment
* Hybrid working model with 3 days onsite in London
* Fast-paced, high-change programme environment
* Close collaboration with internal teams and external partners