Principal Security Architect

Principal Security Architect

Full-Time 70000 - 90000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
ZKM Consulting

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead the design and delivery of enterprise Zero Trust security programmes.
  • Company: Join a forward-thinking cybersecurity firm with a focus on innovation.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, car allowance, hybrid work, and professional growth opportunities.
  • Other info: Opportunity to mentor and shape the future of security architecture.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in cybersecurity while leading cutting-edge projects.
  • Qualifications: Extensive experience in cybersecurity architecture and strong knowledge of Zero Trust principles.

The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.

  • Title: Principal Security Architect - SC Cleared
  • Type: Full Time / Permanent
  • Site

Salary: Up to £128k + Car allowance Active SC Clearance or Eligibility for SC Clearance mandatory Role Overview We are looking for an experienced Zero Trust specialist to lead the design and delivery of enterprise Zero Trust security programmes.

This role combines technical leadership, solution architecture, stakeholder engagement, and business development.

Key responsibilities Lead the design of enterprise Zero Trust architectures aligned with business objectives.

Develop security reference architectures and technical roadmaps.

Design identity-centric security solutions incorporating SSO, MFA, device posture, and least-privilege access.

Advise on modernising security and network infrastructure using Zero Trust principles.

Present architectural recommendations to senior stakeholders.

Implementation & Delivery Oversee the implementation and optimisation of Zero Trust technologies.

Lead integration with identity providers, endpoint security, and SIEM/SOAR platforms.

Manage proof-of-concept activities, technical evaluations, and vendor engagement.

Leadership & Business Development Define Zero Trust strategy and provide architectural governance.

Mentor security architects and engineers, promoting security best practices.

Support business development through solution design, technical proposals, and customer presentations.

Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and executive teams.

Extensive experience in cybersecurity architecture or engineering.

Strong knowledge of Zero Trust, IAM, SASE, SSE, SD-WAN, endpoint security, and cloud security.

Experience implementing enterprise-scale security solutions and leading multidisciplinary teams.

Ability to translate technical solutions into business value and support pre-sales activities. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Principal Security Architect employer: ZKM Consulting

As a Principal Security Architect with us, you'll join a forward-thinking company that prioritises innovation and security excellence. Our hybrid work culture fosters collaboration while offering flexibility, and we are committed to your professional growth through mentorship and leadership opportunities. With competitive salaries and benefits, including a car allowance, we ensure our employees feel valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact in the cybersecurity landscape.

ZKM Consulting

Contact Details:

ZKM Consulting Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Principal Security Architect

Zero Trust Architecture
Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Single Sign-On (SSO)
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Device Posture Management
Least-Privilege Access
Cybersecurity Architecture