Security Architect in Chester

Security Architect in Chester

Chester Full-Time No working from home possible
Trustmarque

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Security Architect, you will design, implement, and manage secure, compliant, and scalable solutions across the Microsoft ecosystem, working closely with customers, sales teams, and delivery consultants.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and architect security and compliance solutions using Microsoft technologies
  • Lead customer workshops and technical discovery sessions
  • Produce high‑quality architecture and solution design documentation
  • Provide technical leadership throughout project delivery
  • Support pre‑sales activities, including proposals, demonstrations, and proof‑of‑concepts
  • Conduct security assessments and recommend remediation strategies
  • Design solutions covering data security, information governance, monitoring, detection, and response
  • Stay ahead of emerging security threats, technologies, and industry best practices

Essential Skills & Experience

  • 10+ years of experience designing and implementing Microsoft‑based solutions
  • 5+ years working with Microsoft Security and Compliance technologies
  • 3+ years in a Solution Architect or Security Architect role
  • Strong expertise across Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Defender XDR, Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Sentinel
  • Experience designing security monitoring, logging, and detection capabilities
  • Strong understanding of security frameworks and standards, including ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills
  • Ability to develop innovative solutions to complex security challenges

Desirable

  • Microsoft security certifications: SC-100, SC-200, SC-300, SC-401, SC-500, AZ-500
  • Passion for continuous learning and staying current with emerging security trends

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • 25 days annual leave, rising to 27 days
  • Bank holidays
  • 2 volunteering days per year
  • 1 personal day
  • Company‑matched pension
  • Life assurance
  • Enhanced parental leave policies
  • Holiday buy scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Access to a comprehensive flexible benefits package

Our Values

Commitment | Collaboration | Inclusion | Innovation | Inspiration

Diversity & Inclusion

Trustmarque Ultima is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of background, identity, or experience.

Location

Remote, UK

Employment Type

Full Time

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Contact Details:

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