Security Architect

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  • Job type

    Contract
  • Location

    London
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Cyber Security
  • Industry

    Technology & Internet Services
  • Pay

    £550 - £600 Inside IR35
  • Closing date

    30 May 2025

Cyber Architect | £550 - £600 PD Inside IR35 | 6-Month initial contract | Hybrid London

Your new company

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Security Architect to join an NFP organisation on a contract basis. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in security architecture and a deep understanding of the Azure technology stack. This role will involve designing, implementing, and managing security solutions to protect our organisation's information assets, with a specific focus on migrating from Cyber Essentials to the Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF).


What you'll need to succeed

  • Security Architecture Design: Develop and maintain security architecture frameworks and standards, focusing on Microsoft technologies such as Azure, Office 365, and Windows Server.

  • Migration to CAF: Lead the migration from Cyber Essentials to the Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF), including planning, execution, and documentation of the transition process.

  • Risk Assessment: Conduct security risk assessments and vulnerability assessments to identify and mitigate potential security threats.

  • Security Solutions Implementation: Design and implement security solutions, including identity and access management, data protection, and threat detection and response.

  • Compliance and Governance: Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) and develop security policies and procedures.

  • Incident Response: Lead and coordinate incident response activities, including investigation, containment, and remediation of security incidents.

  • Collaboration: Work closely with IT, DevOps, and other teams to integrate security into the development and deployment processes.

  • Training and Awareness: Provide security training and awareness programs to employees and stakeholders.


Technical Skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Azure security services (e.g., Azure Security Center, Azure Sentinel).
  • Experience with security features and configurations.

  • Proven experience of migrating from Cyber Essentials to the Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF).

  • Proven experience implementing SOAR services.

  • Strong Knowledge of Windows Server security and Active Directory.

  • Familiarity with security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).

  • Experience with security tools and technologies (e.g., SIEM, EDR, DLP).


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