Security Architect

Join Serco’s UK & Europe division as a Security Architect and be at the forefront of shaping our IT security landscape with the Armed Forces Recruitment Service (AFRS) team. In this pivotal role, you’ll translate business needs into actionable security solutions, identifying and addressing gaps in our current IT capabilities. You will define innovative strategies to bridge these gaps, ensuring seamless alignment between project delivery, overall strategy, and architecture. Take the lead in driving critical IT security workstreams and make a lasting impact on the resilience and effectiveness of our systems.

Main responsibilities of the role:

• Support execution of IT security workstreams on projects by studying and understanding business requirements.
• Identify gaps between business requirements and current IT security capabilities.
• Define solutions to bridge identified gaps and ensure project scope is maintained.
• Implement solutions in line with overall strategy and architecture.
• Take operational ownership of all information security management processes across projects.
• Ensure certification and/or network accreditation to required standards.
• Work closely with delivery partners and client/business stakeholders to understand their needs.
• Roadmap solutions to address IT security needs of projects.
• Assure technical delivery of security solutions.
• Lead on all areas relating to security strategy and technology choice.
• Assist in implementation and ongoing security services.
• Maintain the security architecture of all systems used in security technology areas.
• Support ongoing design work with detailed security architecture.
• Own security-related documentation, such as the Security Management Plan, as required by projects.

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in an IT related discipline is expected but not mandatory.
• Thorough understanding of modern IT infrastructure, applications and Cloud based technologies.
• Strong understanding of Secure by Design principles and MOD security policies and requirements (e.g. JSP 440, JSP 605, DEFCON 658).
• Proven analytical skills with a logical approach to problem-solving and the ability to develop innovative ideas and effective solutions.
• Effective communication skills and ability to convey complex technical details to clients in a straightforward manner.
• Strong background in security architectures, processes and both industry and government compliances (ISO27001, CES, CES+ in particular).
• Background in Microsoft, AWS and/or Cloudflare security technology would be beneficial.
• Good knowledge of security standards, legislation, and best practice.
• Must be able to achieve SC clearance upon appointment.

What we offer:

• Company car.
• Life assurance.
• Up to 6% contributory pension.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Annual leave purchase scheme.
• Access to the Serco benefits portal offering discounts across major high street brands in Retail, Leisure & Hospitality.
• Health and wellbeing support for you and your family, including an Employee Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plans, free flu jabs, and more.
• Comprehensive career development opportunities, including role-specific training, leadership coaching, and formal study to support your growth with Serco.
• A safe, inclusive, and supportive culture.
• A company passionate about diversity and inclusion.

At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. We operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas.