Overview
Job Category: Information Technology
Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Lead Architect to oversee the strategy and technical direction of security technologies across our network, server, and cloud environments.
In this role, you will:
* Lead and mentor a team of Cyber Engineers specialising in Network, Server, and Cloud security.
* Provide expert guidance on security architecture and controls to protect critical business assets.
* Strengthen our security posture across on-premise, hybrid, and cloud platforms.
* Work with stakeholders to balance risk, resilience, and commercial priorities.
This is a key leadership position requiring strong technical expertise, a strategic mindset, and the ability to collaborate across the enterprise to deliver secure, scalable, and efficient solutions.
Responsibilities
* Lead and mentor a team of Cyber Engineers specialising in network, server, and cloud security.
* Oversee the design, delivery, and optimisation of security solutions across all infrastructure layers, working with both in-house teams and external partners.
* Act as a trusted advisor, providing security architecture and guidance for projects, BAU, and change initiatives.
* Conduct architectural reviews to ensure systems are secure, resilient, and compliant with regulatory and industry standards.
* Collaborate with stakeholders to align security requirements with business priorities and risk appetite.
* Stay ahead of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies, shaping security strategy and driving continuous improvement.
* Support incident response and post-incident reviews, strengthening resilience and defences.
* Ensure cost-effective, best-practice solutions while maintaining compliance with industry frameworks and aviation-specific regulations.
* Degree in Computer Science, Information Security or related field (or equivalent experience), plus certifications such as CISSP, CISM, TOGAF, Microsoft or Cisco.
* Experience in cyber security architecture or senior technical security roles, with expertise across network, server, and cloud domains.
* Strong background in Microsoft technologies (Active Directory, Defender, Office 365, Azure), alongside Linux, Cisco, Palo Alto, AWS, Oracle and hybrid cloud environments.
* In-depth knowledge of security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls), Zero Trust architectures, and automation/orchestration tools.
* Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams, balancing security with cost and risk, and collaborating across technical and business stakeholders.
* Exposure to regulated industries (aviation or similar) and understanding of compliance standards (CAF, EASA, ICAO).
* Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
* Proactive, detail-oriented, and adaptable, with a track record of delivering secure, scalable solutions in fast-paced environments.
About Us
There’s something so special about working at the world’s most iconic airport. Heathrow offers a unique backdrop to a career filled with opportunities. You’ll discover a world full of fresh possibilities and connect with people from diverse backgrounds. Heathrow is committed to sustainability and aims to welcome millions more passengers while advancing global efforts in sustainability.
Rewards
We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including performance-based annual bonuses, Share in Success Bonus plans, generous annual leave, market-leading pensions, family-friendly policies, private health insurance, wellbeing tools, and varied learning and development opportunities.
Working Location and Equal Opportunities
Working Location: Our Hybrid approach offers some roles the option to work from home for an average of two days a week. You’ll need to be based in the UK and within a commutable distance to Heathrow. Equal Opportunities: Heathrow is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all. We champion inclusivity and diversity.
About the Team
Our Solutions team covers project management, process improvement, business change, technology, cyber defence, masterplanning, infrastructure and procurement. We work to deliver large-scale projects that drive sustainability and business growth at Heathrow Airport.
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