Security Architect

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Warwick
TYPE
Contract
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Technology
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SKILLS

Security Architecture Risk Assessment Threat Modeling Security Requirements Definition DevOps Security Vendor Assurance Cyber Security Analytical Skills

FULL DESCRIPTION

Security Architect

Location: Warwick, UK

Position Type: Contract Inside IR35

Remote work option: Hybrid – 3 Days Onsite

Posted: 20 April 2026

Job Description

The Role: Security Architect

Primary Responsibilities

  • Providing a security service steer to the projects and programs, on security related matters.
  • Ownership and definition of the security scope/architecture for a variety of projects deployed globally.
  • Drive security requirements, architectures, patterns and approaches via the company's processes.
  • Day to day engagement with development teams to advise and consult on security matters
  • Work closely with project teams, DevOps teams to ensure solution complies with security requirements and that risks are appropriately managed.
  • Removing impediments for the successful delivery of the security related initiatives
  • Provide technical security input as required by the security policy lead.
  • Coordination of technical design/review activities with various segments within the Security team.
  • Accountable for ensuring that key risks and issues are identified, addressed, and resolved in a manner that satisfies the business.
  • Accountable for ensuring residual risk is captured and owners are identified.
  • Conduct regular 1st line risk assessments to identify potential cyber threats and vulnerabilities to the business's systems and data.
  • Conduct 1st line supply chain assurance for suppliers, in co-ordination with the 2nd line Vendor Assurance team
  • Conduct reviews of new or existing Vendor contracts to ensure appropriate clauses and addendums are included with the 3rd party contracts
  • Develop and implement strategies to mitigate cyber risks and enhance the business's security posture.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest cyber threats and trends, and recommend appropriate security controls and countermeasures.
  • Maintain documentation and reporting on security-related activities, including risk assessments, incident response, and compliance audits.

Your Profile

Essential skills/knowledge/experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • 3 - 6 years of experience in a similar role.
  • Collaborate effectively with colleagues and suppliers in different time zones.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Ability to work in fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, pay attention to detail, and deliver high-quality results.

Contact

Sevaga Perumal - [contact hidden]

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