Security Architect in Beckenham

Rackspace Technology™ is a leading end-to-end, hybrid cloud and AI solutions company. We can design, build, and operate our customers’ cloud environments across all major technology platforms, irrespective of technology stack or deployment model. We partner with our customers at every stage of their cloud journey, enabling them to modernize applications, build new products, and adopt innovative technologies. Named a best place to work by Newsweek and Forbes, we attract and develop world-class talent to deliver a Fanatical Experience™ – so our customers can achieve better outcomes and stay ahead of what’s next.Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Security Architect with expertise in designing the security frameworks, standards, policies, controls, and strategies required to build and operate private cloud environments. In this client-facing role, you will design and develop solutions that address complex business challenges while aligning with enterprise architecture principles and technology standards. You will lead technical assessments, architecture reviews, strategic planning activities, and the development of secure solution architectures. The role also involves defining specifications for new products, services, and service offerings, while evaluating and challenging third-party security solutions to ensure compatibility, integration, and alignment with the broader enterprise architecture. Success in this position requires the ability to drive cohesive, end-to-end security designs across interconnected technologies and platforms.Locationon-site with a customer in Central London.Key ResponsibilitiesDual Internal and Customer facing role supporting Rackspace Sovereign Services business unit and their NHS, Government and Regulated Industry customer base.Supervises tasks for effective and efficient use of security technologies related to the protection of Rackspaceand Rackspace Customersystems and data.Leads inrequirementsgathering, threat modeling,planning, development, and implementation of data and system security controls and practices.Consults on security direction,maintaininga vigil over prudent assurance of the information and information systems assets.Oversees problems of significant scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors.Plans and delivers communications for the successful deployment of security controls.Cooperates with Security Operationsin regards toimplementingrecommend corrective actions.Analyzes gaps between current and target security architecture and develops and implements roadmaps and plans to close gaps.Supervise activities in support of security professionals that provide information technology serviceswithinRackspaceSovereign Services.Provide guidance for Cyber Assessment Framework and DSPT toolkit.Develop,communicateand implement the security architecture framework (based on ISO 27001/27002 and NIST 800-53).Embed Rackspace’s information security policies,standardsand procedures into IT services methodologies.Proactively work with theRackspace Sovereign Servicessecurity team to ensure all security components areappropriate integratedinto the overall architecture strategy.AssistRackspace Sovereign Services Product teamon theappropriate implementationof Rackspace information security policies and standards.Supervise tasks throughout the system development lifecycle to ensure information security is embedded from the outset, and is a fundamental element of secure architectureIntegrate guidance on mandatory and recommendedcontrols,to ensure they are appropriately implemented.Collaborate with project teams to interpret any vulnerabilities found during certification processes; help define mitigating controls and design plans forremediation, oralternativelyassistwith the exception process.Help educate RackspaceSovereign Serviceson the requirements within the Rackspace information security governance framework.Design and integratesecurity baseline standards for security devices within the technology environment (IDS/IPS, firewalls, VPN, operating systems, BYOD, etc.)Advise inthe development of the security product strategy and roadmaps for the various internal and customer facing security offerings.Joinclient calls and drive conversations on security controls, policies, and standards.Other Incidental tasks related to the job, as necessary.Required KnowledgeAdvanced knowledge of NHS and healthcare environments, including security, clinical data protection, and regulatory requirements, with the ability to translate these needs into secure sovereign cloud architectures.Advanced knowledge of Rackspace infrastructure and architecture and business impact of technologiesAdvanced technical knowledge in multiple areas, such as the IT industry, general technologies and operating systems, product developmentprocessesand business operationsAdvanced technical knowledge in technology troubleshooting methodologies, design, and implementationRequired SkillsAI/Machine LearningCloud ComputingCybersecurityDevOps Coding SkillsNetwork/Systems SkillsCertificationsCISSP - essentialISSAP - highly preferredCISM, GIAC or other vendor (Cisco, MicrosoftSC100,etc) - preferred.About Rackspace TechnologyWe are the multicloud solutions experts. We combine our expertise with the world’s leading technologies — across applications, data and security — to deliver end-to-end solutions. We have a proven record of advising customers based on their business challenges, designing solutions that scale, building and managing those solutions, and optimizing returns into the future. Named a best place to work, year after year according to Fortune, Forbes and Glassdoor, we attract and develop world-class talent. Join us on our mission to embrace technology, empower customers and deliver the future.More on Rackspace TechnologyThough we’re all different, Rackers thrive through our connection to a central goal: to be a valued member of a winning team on an inspiring mission. We bring our whole selves to work every day. And we embrace the notion that unique perspectives fuel innovation and enable us to best serve our customers and communities around the globe. We welcome you to apply today and want you to know that we are committed to offering equal employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, gender reassignment or identity or expression, genetic information, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, military or veteran status, nationality, ethnic or national origin, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any legally protected characteristic. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
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