Security Architect

FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Security Architect to work for our client within the public sector. This is initially a 6-month contract with the potential to extend and will be a hybrid role based in Solihull.

Our client is seeking an experienced Security Architect to join one of our key public sector client engagements. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the strategic design of secure, cloud-based platforms supporting critical national infrastructure.

As a Security Architect, you will play a central role in capability mapping, architectural design, and implementation of cloud-native security solutions. You will work closely with stakeholders to ensure that security controls and strategies align with organisational objectives, regulatory requirements, and evolving threat landscapes.

This role is especially suited for professionals with a blend of hands-on expertise in Mist (Juniper Networks) and a strong technical foundation in Microsoft Azure security services.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed capability mapping into Mist (Juniper Networks), ensuring alignment between enterprise security needs and platform capabilities
• Design and implement scalable, secure security architectures for Microsoft Azure-based services and applications
• Define and enforce cloud security best practices, including identity and access management (IAM), data encryption, and monitoring
• Collaborate across teams to ensure consistent implementation of security controls and governance frameworks
• Lead risk assessments, threat modelling exercises, and security posture evaluations for cloud and hybrid environments
• Provide architectural guidance on network segmentation, secure integration, and secure connectivity between Mist and Azure ecosystems
• Monitor industry trends and emerging security technologies, providing expert recommendations on adoption and integration
• Document and communicate security architecture patterns, standards, and roadmaps to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a Security Architect, Cloud Security Engineer, or related role
• Strong hands-on expertise with Mist (Juniper Networks), particularly around security capability mapping and integrations
• In-depth experience with Microsoft Azure security services, including Azure Active Directory (Azure AD), Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Azure Key Vault, Azure Security Center. Microsoft Sentinel
• Deep understanding of cloud-native security, zero-trust models, and secure network architecture
• Familiarity with compliance standards and security frameworks such as NIST, CIS, ISO 27001, GDPR, and HIPAA
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical issues to business leaders
• Qualifications such as Microsoft Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and Juniper Networks Certification (Mist AI) are desirable
• Experience working in hybrid and multi-cloud environments
• Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) security tools (e.g., Terraform, Bicep)

Why join us

• Career coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career
• Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad
• Opportunity to re-skill and up-skill into new areas, develop non-linear career paths and build a skillset within your field
• Annual Leave
• Work place pension

About FDM

We are a business and technology consultancy and one of the UK's leading employers, recruiting the brightest talent to become the innovators of tomorrow. We have centres across Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 2,500 employees. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer and is listed on the FTSE4Good Index.

Diversity and Inclusion

FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws.