Description As a Security Architect within the Digital Risk & Security (DRS) Branch, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the security landscape for Social Security Scotland. By designing and implementing robust security frameworks, particularly focusing on AWS cloud security, you will safeguard our operations, data, and resources from potential threats. This role requires a collaborative mindset, working with a multi-disciplinary team to integrate security best practices throughout our digital programs. This is a unique opportunity to enhance your career while contributing to a mission that truly matters. If you are passionate about security and want to support the safe delivery of significant public services, we want to hear from you. Responsibilities Responsibilities: • Develop, maintain, and enhance the security architecture strategy to address emerging threats and challenges. • Design and implement effective security solutions tailored to protect the organisation’s data and systems. • Provide expert security advice and recommend approaches across diverse teams and stakeholders. • Evaluate and identify the security tools and technologies necessary for the agency's operations. • Advise on significant security-related technologies and assess associated risks with proposed changes. • Manage and update security baseline controls in line with information systems and data requirements. • Inspire and influence teams on the importance of security principles while reviewing peers’ work and providing mentorship. Qualifications Success Profiles We use an assessment framework called ‘Success Profiles’ which lists the elements we test and provides detailed descriptions of each. Find out more about how we assess the Success Profile elements. Essential Experience • Experience in creating security architecture strategies and establishing methodologies in cloud environments like AWS. • Demonstrate experience in developing repeatable security design patterns, standards, and security solution designs, as well as extensive and deep technical understanding of application, data, technology, and security domains in digital cloud services. Technical skills This role is aligned to Security Architect within the Digital, Data and Technology Profession. Please review the following to understand the skill expectations - Security Architect - Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework We will assess you against the following technical skills during the selection process: • Analysis - Level: working • Designing secure systems - Level: working • Security technology - Level: working • Understanding security implications of transformation - Level: working Behaviours • Leadership (Level 4) • Making effective decisions (Level 4) You can find out more about Success Profiles Behaviours, here: Success Profiles - Civil Service Behaviours (publishing.service.gov.uk) How to apply Apply online, providing a CV and Supporting Statement (of no more than 750 words) which provides evidence of how you meet the skills, experience and behaviours listed in the Success Profile above. Should a large number of applications be received, an initial sift may be conducted using the CV and personal statement on Essential Experience. Candidates who pass the initial sift will have their applications fully assessed. We will test your behaviours, technical skills and experiences as part of the sift process, and if successful, you will be invited to an assessment and interview where we will test these again. Full details of the selection process will be made available to shortlisted candidates once the sift has been completed. Candidates selected for interview will be requested to provide a presentation on the technical skills required, details of which, will be shared in advance of the interview. Expected Timeline (subject to change) Sift – w/c 20th January 2025 Interview – w/c 3rd February 2025 Location – In Person in either Dundee or Glasgow Reserve List In the event that there are more successful candidates than posts available, a reserve list will be kept for up to 12 months. About Us Social Security Scotland is an Executive Agency of the Scottish Government. Our benefits help people from all walks of life in Scotland. We offer rewarding careers and employ people across Scotland in a wide range of professions and roles. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that is representative of the clients we serve. Find out more about us here. We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment along with a wide range of employee benefits. Find out more about what we offer. As part of the UK Civil Service, we uphold the Civil Service Nationality Rules. DDaT Pay Supplement This post attracts a £5000 Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) pay supplement after a 3 months DDaT competency qualifying period. The payment will be backdated to your start date in the role. Pay supplements are temporary payments designed to address recruitment and retention issues caused by market pressures and are subject to regular review. This post is part of the Scottish Government DDaT profession. As a member of the profession you will join the professional development system, currently BCS Role Mode plus. Working Pattern Our standard hours are 35 hours per week and we offer a range of flexible working options, depending on the needs of the role. We embrace a hybrid working style where all colleagues will spend time in our Glasgow or Dundee office. There is an expectation of a minimum 2 days per week in your assigned location. If you have specific questions about the role you are applying for, please contact us. Equality Statement Social Security Scotland are committed to equality and inclusion, and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the population of our nation. Social Security Scotland are a Disability Confident Employer. We will consider and implement any reasonable adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment process and during the course of your employment, should you be successful in securing a post. If you feel you may require assistance with any part of our recruitment process, please contact us at recruitmentsocialsecurity.gov.scot Find out more about our commitment to diversity and how we offer and support recruitment adjustments for anyone who needs them. Further information This post requires the successful candidate to clear additional National Security Vetting clearance before a start date can be offered. Further information regarding National Security Vetting clearance can be found here - United Kingdom Security Vetting: Applicant - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Find out more about our organisation, what we offer staff members and how to apply on our Careers Website. Read our Candidate Guide for further information on our recruitment and application processes. If you experience any difficulties accessing our website or completing the online application form, please contact the Resourcing Team via recruitmentsocialsecurity.gov.scot Apply Before - Monday 20th January at 23:55 Contact name - Resourcing Team Contact email - recruitmentsocialsecurity.gov.scot