API Security Architect

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  • Job type

    Contract
  • Location

    Knutsford - Hybrid
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Cyber Security
  • Industry

    Banking & Financial Services
  • Pay

    £700 - £750 per day

API Security Architect - £750 per day - Knutsford - Hybrid

API Security Architect
Knutsford – Hybrid, 3 days on site
Contract - £700 - £750 per day (inside)

Our client is seeking an API Security Architect who will join the security team of a major organisation. You will have strong knowledge of enterprise-level API Security Architecture, as you will ensure that APIs are built securely, and align with organisational security and compliance requirements.

Technical Skills & Competencies:

  • Proven experience in API security architecture within large-scale environments.
  • Expertise in API gateways (Apigee, Azure API Management, Kong, Mulesoft).
  • Strong knowledge of OAuth2.0, OIDC, JWT, mTLS, TLS, and Zero Trust principles.
  • Deep understanding of OWASP API Security Top 10 and secure design patterns.
  • Experience designing security controls in the cloud (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
  • Ability to create architectural artefacts (HLDs, LLDs, security patterns).

Desirable:

  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Comfortable working directly with senior leadership
  • Problem-solver with a hands-on mindset
  • Prior experience working with global banks or financial institutions
  • Security certifications (CISSP, GIAC, SABSA, CCSP – preferred but not mandatory)

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