Role: Security Architect
Location: London (On-site)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Freelance
Duration: 12 Months +
A leading organisation within the defence sector is seeking a Security by Design Architect to join a long-term programme focused on strengthening the security posture across applications, infrastructure, and cloud platforms.
This role is critical to ensuring that security principles are embedded throughout the full development lifecycle, helping teams deliver secure, compliant, and resilient systems.
Candidates must be freelance contractors and have Security clearance or eligible for Security clearance due to the nature of the programme.
Key Responsibilities
1. Implement Security by Design principles across applications, infrastructure, and cloud environments.
2. Define and maintain secure development standards and guidelines for engineering teams.
3. Collaborate with development and architecture teams to embed security requirements early in the SDLC.
4. Design and implement technical security controls to mitigate vulnerabilities during development and production.
5. M...