Security Architect- 6 months - Hybrid (Warwick) - Inside IR35
On site
Warwick, United Kingdom
£ 575 / day
Freelance
26-03-2025
Job Specifications
Security Architect- 6 months - Hybrid (Warwick) - Inside IR35
We are seeking an experienced Security Architect who will play a crucial role in designing, engineering, testing, and implementing security solutions for a Strategic Infrastructure business. Your expertise will help shape the security posture of critical business products, ensuring they align with industry best practices and compliance standards.
Working closely with Product Managers, you will act as a bridge between senior business stakeholders, Information Technology, and existing security services.
Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate with business and product teams to define security needs, identify challenges, and implement improvements.
Engage with 3rd party vendors to securely integrate new technology capabilities into Strategic Infrastructure products and services.
Define and document security architecture blueprints, including threat modelling and risk assessments.
Establish security standards, best practices, and design patterns for cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments.
What You Will Ideally Bring:
Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, including authentication, authorization, encryption, network security, and application security.
Expertise in cloud security architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Proven experience designing and implementing security solutions for complex enterprise environments.
Strong knowledge of security frameworks (CIS, NIST, ISO 27001, PCI DSS).
Contract Details:
Duration: 6 months (with view for extension)
Location: Hybrid/2 days per week in a preferred site (Warwick)
Rate: Up to £575 per day Inside IR35
Security Architect- 6 months - Hybrid (Warwick) - Inside IR35
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