Security Architect - Defence, SC Cleared

SC Cleared Security Architect required to help our Defence client safeguard the integrity of their data and IT systems. You will own designing, implementing, and maintaining security architectures that protect against a wide range of cyber threats. This career opportunity will provide you with a broad Security Architecture project experience, including:

• Designing Security Architecture in line with SbD.
• Ensuring that security architectures align with the client's overall business strategy and technology goals.
• Translating business needs into security requirements.
• Owning threat and vulnerability management.
• Identifying and addressing current and emerging security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Researching, evaluating, and recommending security technologies, tools (e.g., firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, EDR, SIEM, SOAR), and solutions to mitigate identified threats and address security needs.

Key experience required:

• Deep understanding of computer systems, networking, and cybersecurity principles.
• Hands-on experience with security technologies - firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity standards and best practices.
• Solid Security Architecture experience within the Defence sector; any MoD experience is advantageous.
• Strong experience in designing and implementing security architectures.
• Ideally, you will be CISSP certified or hold other relevant Security Architect certifications, but this is not essential.
• The ideal candidate will have recently completed a similar Security Architect job for another large Defence client and will be looking to challenge themselves in a new environment, taking advantage of their previous lessons learnt.

Minorities, women, LGBTQ+ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Interviews will take place next week, so please apply immediately or call Bangura Solutions on 0203 854 1400 to discuss this career opportunity further.