Security Architect

Job Description:

Job Title: Security Architect
Location: Erskine, with travel to client sites
Salary: Competitive
Security Clearance: MOD SC (willing and able to obtain DV)

About DXC Technology
DXC Technology is a global IT services leader, providing cutting-edge technology solutions to modernize and secure IT infrastructure. With expertise in cybersecurity, cloud computing, and digital transformation, DXC empowers organizations to achieve operational excellence.

Role Overview
As a Security Architect, you will be responsible for enhancing the security posture of DXC’s client services by ensuring full compliance with the NIST 800-53 framework. You will evaluate existing security controls, map them to NIST standards, and develop new controls and documentation to improve compliance and overall security.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect and oversee the implementation of security solutions in compliance with NIST 800-53.
• Work closely with the customer’s architecture team to develop and implement security strategies.
• Identify security risks, define security requirements, and recommend remediation strategies.
• Develop and enforce security policy standards to ensure compliance with customer security requirements.
• Provide technical leadership on security projects and mentor junior team members.
• Stay up to date with DXC’s portfolio of security products and services, recommending best-fit solutions.
• Support incident investigations and security control enhancements.
• Ensure security architectures align with industry frameworks such as TOGAF and SABSA.

Key Deliverables

• Gap Analysis Report: Assessing current security posture against NIST 800-53.
• Security Control Mapping: Documenting alignment of existing controls with compliance frameworks.
• Implementation Plans: Designing and deploying new security controls.
• Updated Security Documentation: Policies, procedures, and system security plans.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• BSc/MSc in IT Security or a related field, or relevant industry experience.
• 5+ years of experience in security architecture, with at least 2 years in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of NIST 800-53, ISO27001, PCI DSS, and COBIT.
• Experience with security frameworks (SABSA, TOGAF).
• Understanding of threat and risk analysis methodologies.
• Experience in cloud security (Azure, AWS, Google).
• Ability to work in high-security HMG and MOD environments.

Desirable Certifications

• CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISM, CCSP, TOGAF, SABSA SCF.
• CESG Certified Cyber Professional (CCP) in Security Architecture or Risk Management.
• ISO27001 Lead Auditor.

Why Join DXC Technology?
At DXC, you will work on high-profile security projects, collaborating with some of the industry’s top professionals. We provide a dynamic, high-security environment where your expertise will directly contribute to national security and business resilience.

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