Cyber Security Architect

Security Architect (Aspiring) – Technical Security BackgroundLocation: Remote – Occasional travel to client siteSalary banding – depending on experience and expertise £60,000 - £75,000 base + package + benefits

Are you a technically skilled Senior Security Consultant ready to take the next step in your career?

We are seeking an aspiring Security Architect who is passionate about designing secure systems, influencing security strategies, and building a safer digital future for our client, a pure-play cybersecurity consulting firm operating globally across various industries, including retail, financial services, and Critical national infrastructure, to name a few.

About the Role

As an aspiring Security Architect, you will work closely with the senior architecture teams to develop and enhance security controls, support secure system design, and contribute to strategic security initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong technical security experience who is looking to transition into a security architecture-focused role.

It is important to note that culture matters as much as capability; our client values people who are passionate, articulate, and driven to learn and grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of secure systems and applications.
• Support the creation and review of security architecture documentation, including threat models and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to ensure security is integrated throughout system lifecycles.
• Help assess new technologies and recommend secure solutions aligned with business objectives.
• Contribute to security governance, risk, and compliance processes where needed.
• Stay up to date on emerging security trends, vulnerabilities, and technologies.

Essential Skills & Experience

• MUST have consulting experience
• MUST have experience designing secure systems
• Proven experience in technical security roles (e.g., security engineer, network engineer, systems security administrator, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of security fundamentals, including network security, cryptography, identity & access management (IAM), and secure application design.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, NCSC CAF etc
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• A strong desire to grow into a security architecture leadership role.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Cloud security knowledge (Azure preferred, but AWS and GCP welcome).
• Exposure to DevSecOps and CI/CD security integration.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISMP, SABSA, or CompTIA Security+ (or working towards them).

What We Offer

• A clear career path into a Security Architect role with mentoring and professional development support.
• Variety & Impact: Engage with critical national infrastructure, finance, retail, and government clients.
• Career Growth: Clear pathways to Senior, Lead, and Principal roles
• Learning & Development: Significant investment in certifications and professional growth.
• Flexibility & Culture: Fully remote working (with occasional travel) and a collaborative, forward-thinking culture.
• Far from your typical consulting firm – a culture built on flexibility and fun, with unforgettable company trips and adventure-filled experiences.