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From the employer's careers site First seen 27 Oct 2026

Senior Security Architect - Platform

Salary

£70,000 - £76,000 per year

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Description

We are seeking a Senior Security Architect to join our Security Architecture team and help build secure technology solutions. You will work across various programmes, projects, and technology initiatives, providing expert guidance on security architecture and design.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Review technology solutions, architectures, and designs to identify security risks and recommend controls
  • Provide security guidance and assurance throughout project lifecycles
  • Partner with architects, engineers, and product teams to embed security-by-design principles
  • Develop and promote security standards, patterns, and best practices
  • Assess emerging technologies and security risks
  • Support architecture governance processes and provide expert input on security considerations
  • Build strong relationships with internal teams and third-party suppliers
  • Stay up to date with cyber security trends, threats, and industry developments

Requirements:

  • Significant experience in cyber security, security architecture, or a related technical discipline
  • Strong knowledge of cloud, networks, infrastructure, and secure solution design
  • Experience reviewing technical designs and providing security assurance and risk-based guidance
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience working in complex technology environments

Benefits:

  • Annual bonus based on personal and business performance
  • 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays
  • Pension with up to 10% employer contributions
  • Private healthcare
  • Access to a subsidised onsite gym
  • 30% discount on Co-op products and 10% off other brands
  • Stream – early access to a percentage of your pay
  • Virtual healthcare including GP appointments and mental health support
  • 24/7 colleague support service
  • Training and support for development and career progression
  • Cycle-to-work scheme

Skills

Required

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://hcnq.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX/job/1071843

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