Location: Remote with occasional travel to Manchester
Rate: £600 per day
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Clearance: SC Mandatory
Overview
We are seeking a Security Architect (SFIA Level 4) to join a public sector transformation programme, working predominantly remotely with occasional travel to Manchester. The successful candidate will design and assure secure architectures across a mixed technology estate, embedding secure-by-design principles into new and existing systems. Working closely with enterprise architects, delivery teams and security assurance leads, you will translate policy and risk requirements into practical architectural patterns. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Security Architect to shape security outcomes on a high-profile public sector programme.
Key Responsibilities
Design and document security architectures, patterns and blueprints for new and existing systems
Conduct risk assessments and threat modelling to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities
Embed secure-by-design principles across the solution life cycle, working with enterprise and solution architects
Review technical designs for security compliance and provide sign-off against organisational policy
Design and assure encryption and key management architecture across AWS environments, including AWS KMS and database encryption at rest and in transit
Support accreditation activity, ITHC remediation and audit responses
Produce clear architectural documentation (HLD/LLD, security patterns) for technical and non-technical stakeholders
Engage with delivery teams, technical leads and business stakeholders to align security requirements with delivery timelines
Ensure alignment with NCSC guidance, ISO 27001 and relevant government security standards
Essential Skills
Strong commercial experience working as a Security Architect at SFIA Level 4 or equivalent
Proven track record producing security architecture documentation, patterns and design assurance artefacts
Hands-on experience securing AWS environments, including AWS KMS and encryption key management
Strong experience designing and implementing database encryption strategies (at rest and in...
Security Architect employer: Layer7
Join a forward-thinking public sector organisation that values innovation and collaboration, where your expertise as a Data Subject Matter Expert will directly contribute to impactful data transformation initiatives. Enjoy a supportive work culture that prioritises professional development, offering numerous opportunities for growth and advancement in your career. Located in a dynamic environment, you will benefit from a strong commitment to compliance and best practices, ensuring your work is both meaningful and rewarding.
