Cyber Security Architect - Defence Sector
We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Architect to join a key client of ours in Farnborough. This is a unique opportunity to work on high-profile defence projects, ensuring the security and resilience of mission-critical systems.
Due to the exciting nature of the role and the projects you will be working on, you must be a Sole British, and ideally with an active MOD DV Clearance to be eligible.
In this role, you will be responsible for the support of the development and transition of a new programme and lead the implementation/security assurance.
You will be required to develop high- and low-level architecture designs for systems intended for secure environments whilst ensuring the solution security design meets the customer functional and non-functional requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop high- and low-level architecture designs for secure environments.
* Lead the implementation/security assurance of new programmes.
* Ensure the solution security design meets customer requirements.
Qualifications
* CISSP certification (or equivalent).
* Strong experience in cybersecurity architecture within MOD/government environments.
* Expertise in cyber risk management, security frameworks, and accreditation.
* Familiarity with firewalls, authentication protocols (SAML, PKI, LDAP), SIEM systems.
* Ability to develop security assurance documentation (e.g., SyOPS, ISMS, Security Management Plans).
* Understanding of MOD ISN 23/09 Secure by Design principles.
* Experience with cloud security models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and virtualization.
* Experience in Agile, DevOps, or SAFe environments.
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Other
Industries
Professional Services
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