At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead security architecture for high-profile Defence projects and ensure Secure by Design principles.
- Company: Join a top NCSC Assured Security Consultancy making a real impact in Defence.
- Benefits: Competitive rate, flexible working, and the chance to shape security in critical environments.
- Other info: Work 2-3 days a week in Bristol with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of security innovation and protect vital Defence systems.
- Qualifications: Experience in security architecture and a strong understanding of security requirements.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
Security Architect - Defence
Security Clearance: SC cleared Location: Bristol – 2-3 days per week Rate: up to £750pd outside IR35 Duration: 6 months
Exceed Cyber are working with a leading NCSC Assured Security Consultancy who require an experienced Security Architect to support the delivery of a large-scale Defence programme.
This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in shaping the security posture of a complex, high-profile environment, providing architectural leadership and Secure by Design expertise across a portfolio of critical projects and workstreams.
The Security Architect will be responsible for
- Providing security architecture leadership and advice across assigned projects and workstreams.
- Reviewing technical designs, architecture artefacts and delivery proposals to assess alignment with security requirements.
- Supporting Secure by Design activity by embedding security considerations into project planning, design and delivery.
- Defining, reviewing and validating security controls across relevant areas including infrastructure, endpoints, networks, identity and access, cloud services, integration boundaries and supplier-delivered components.
- Identifying security risks, design weaknesses, dependencies, control gaps and assurance issues.
- Providing risk-informed recommendations to project teams and Workstream Leads.
- Supporting development and review of security cases, assurance evidence, risk positions and control mappings.
- Contributing to architecture assurance reviews, security working groups, risk workshops and governance forums.
- Ensuring security architecture remains coherent across assigned services, suppliers, projects and change activity
Security Architect in Bristol employer: Exceed Cyber limited
Exceed Cyber Limited is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises innovation and collaboration within the Defence sector. Located in Corsham, employees benefit from a supportive environment that fosters professional growth through continuous learning opportunities and involvement in cutting-edge projects. Join us to make a meaningful impact on national security while enjoying a fulfilling career with a team dedicated to excellence.
