Security Architect
3 days ago
Manchester
Security Architect £Up to £110,000 GBP Transport Allowance Hybrid WORKING Location: London; Manchester; Bristol, Central London, Greater London - United Kingdom Type: Permanent The Role - Security Architect Consultant Join a consultancy recognised as a UK Great Place to Work year after year - a distinction that highlights its people-first culture, technical excellence, and consistent delivery of secure, high-impact solutions across complex programmes. Our client is a globally respected digital, data, and technology consultancy, helping organisations transform through innovation, strategy, and advanced engineering. With over 4,000 experts across sectors including defence, government, financial services, and healthcare, the client delivers large-scale digital transformations where security and resilience are critical. As a Security Architect Consultant , you will define and deliver end-to-end security architecture solutions for complex client programmes. You will apply your expertise to design secure systems, manage business and security risks, and provide practical, scalable security architectures that protect critical infrastructure and data. The Security Architect Consultant role is hybrid, with a minimum of two days per week in the office or on client site, aligned to programme requirements. Key Responsibilities - Security Architect Consultant As a Security Architect Consultant , you will: Define end-to-end security architecture across projects and programmes, producing Conceptual, Logical, and Implementation Architecture views Design secure system architectures using principles and patterns that manage business and security risks Review and enhance client security measures with innovative, practical solutions Operate in agile, cross-functional teams to problem-solve both client and internal challenges Lead live whiteboarding sessions and collaborative workshops to define secure architectures Provide technical guidance to project teams and mentor junior colleagues in security best practices Ensure security considerations are embedded in all design and delivery activities Maintain awareness of emerging security trends, standards, and technologies to inform client solutions The Security Architect Consultant will operate at the intersection of technical authority and client delivery, ensuring solutions are secure, compliant, and operationally resilient. Key Requirements Proven experience as a Security Architect Consultant delivering security solutions for large-scale infrastructure or integration projects Solid foundation in information security principles and best practices Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, IISP/CCP, TOGAF, or SABSA Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills Experience collaborating with multiple stakeholders in fast-paced environments Eligibility for UK security clearance (British citizen or UK resident for the past 5 years) Even if you don't meet every requirement, applications are encouraged - the client hires across multiple levels within the Security Architect Consultant capability. You Will Gain Exposure With Complex, high-stakes security architecture and transformation programmes Large-scale enterprise infrastructure and integration projects Cross-disciplinary collaboration with strategists, engineers, designers, and technologists Modern security frameworks, cloud platforms, and risk management methodologies A highly collaborative and inclusive technical community Structured learning budgets, certifications, and continuous professional development Why Join? Join a consultancy consistently recognised as a top employer in the UK Work as a Security Architect Consultant on strategically important, high-impact programmes Hybrid working model with flexibility aligned to client needs Access to private healthcare, generous pension, and performance bonus Share ownership opportunities Strong commitment to inclusion, equality, and diverse career progression Operate at the intersection of technical authority, client impact, and strategic leadership This Security Architect Consultant opportunity offers the chance to design and implement secure, resilient architectures while developing deep expertise within a consultancy that combines engineering rigour with purpose-led, high-impact transformation. Interested? Apply Now! Or reach out directly to Aaron O'Neill | LinkedIn Reference: AON/AMC/PGSecurityArchitect #aaon TPBN1_UKTJ