Security Architect
On site
Corsham, United Kingdom
£ 80 / hour
Freelance
04-04-2025
Job Specifications
Job Title: Security Architect
Job Type: Contract
Location: Corsham
Rate: £550-600/day (Outside IR35)
Security Architect - Responsibilities:
Work with Solution Design Authority to provide security input into the development and refinement the technology roadmap
HLD/LLD of security solutions
Determine the interactions between the infrastructure, platform, and the software environment from a security perspective
Provide security input into developing, architecting, and documenting infrastructure solutions for the Development team to implement
Identifying vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies for these
Review a3rd Party services for security compliance to the MoD policy and industry best practices
Help to define and document security elements of the Architectural runway, setting the direction for Platform and cyber teams
Security Architect - Required Experience:
Active SC Clearance
Solution design of secure hardware and software solutions
Previous experience delivering on complex, large scale programmes
Expert knowledge of applying security architectural expertise across the client's technical environment, including Windows Server, VMware, VMware's VDI, Exchange etc.
Security architecture expertise within MoD environments
NCSC guidelines
Interviews: April 2025
Start Date: May 2025
How to Apply:
Apply to Gary Hargreaves at X4 Technology to learn more about the role or connect with me on LinkedIn to hear about regular job updates available with X4 Technology
About the Company
X4 Technology focus on helping you succeed by connecting the right people and providing the data and insights to help execute your strategic priorities. Our consultants will help you align your people strategy to your business objectives, and guide you with simplicity through the process. Core industries: Consumer Markets, Financial Services, Healthcare, Life Sciences & Technology Get in touch to find out more: Contact@x4-technology.com United Kingdom: T: +44 2078 127 700 United States: T: (718) 360-0570 Germany: T... Know more
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