Cybersecurity Architect

Skillsearch are seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Architect to join one of our global consultancy clients on a permanent, full-time, remote basis. To be considered you MUST be a Microsoft Security Architecture, Azure specialist with multinational implementation and E2E architecture experience. Seeking applicants from the UK/EU. Fully Remote. No sponsorship offered.

The Role

Are you a visionary leader in cybersecurity, eager to pioneer the next frontier of digital protection? We are on a mission to safeguard our digital landscape and are seeking a Global Security Architect who shares our passion for innovation and excellence. If you're excited about making a significant impact, driving strategic initiatives, and working with cutting-edge Microsoft Cloud technologies, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for!

What You’ll Do:

• Shape Our Cybersecurity Landscape: Lead the development and oversight of our cybersecurity architecture, ensuring it not only aligns with our business goals but also sets new industry standards—particularly with Microsoft Azure and other Microsoft Cloud services.
• Strategic Collaboration: Work closely with leadership to define and prioritize cybersecurity initiatives that support our strategic objectives.
• Thought Leadership: Serve as a go-to expert on emerging threats and technologies, guiding our approach to cybersecurity.
• Innovative Solutions: Design and implement comprehensive cybersecurity solutions to protect our critical assets.
• Secure Architectures: Architect secure IT systems, networks, and applications that meet regulatory requirements and security standards.
• Technology Selection: Support the evaluation and selection of security technologies, tools, and services that align with our security strategy.
• Scalability and Flexibility: Ensure our security solutions are scalable, flexible, and robust to support our growth and evolving needs.
• Research and Innovation: Conduct advanced research on emerging cybersecurity threats and technologies, contributing to our knowledge base and innovation.
• Compliance and Audits: Ensure our cybersecurity solutions comply with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards, and participate in audits and assessments.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with IT, legal, compliance, and other departments to integrate security into all aspects of our operations.
• Continuous Learning: Stay informed of the latest developments in cybersecurity by participating in professional networks and continuing education opportunities.

What We’re Looking For:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or a relevant combination of education, professional training, and experience.
• Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, with a strong focus on solution design and architecture.
• Certifications: Professional certifications such as CREST Registered Technical Security Architecture (CRTSA), Microsoft Certified Cybersecurity Architect Expert, or similar are highly desirable.
• Skills: Extensive experience in designing and implementing cybersecurity architectures for complex enterprise environments, with a focus on Microsoft Cloud technologies. Knowledge of advanced threat detection, incident response, and digital forensics. Strong strategic thinking skills, with the ability to develop and execute long-term cybersecurity plans. Ability to lead large-scale cybersecurity initiatives and projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including IT, legal, compliance, and business units.
• Personal Attributes: Curiosity and Innovation: A natural inclination to explore new technologies and push the boundaries of what is possible in cybersecurity. Integrity and Ethics: Commitment to ethical behavior and adherence to the highest standards of professional conduct. Resilience and Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Strategic Thinking: Ability to see the bigger picture and develop long-term strategies that align with organizational goals.

Benefits Package:

• Bonus: 15%
• Private medical (plus optional dental)
• Life assurance
• Pension contributions: 1.5x what you contribute, up to 6%
• 25 days holiday + Bank holidays
• Work-from-home allowance: £500/year
• Flexible benefits scheme, allowing you to purchase additional benefits through salary sacrifice.

If this aligns with your skills, knowledge and experience, please apply here with your CV.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Information Technology

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting, Business Consulting and Services, and Information Services