63 Security Architect jobs in London

OverviewnSecurity Architect

Permanent role

Job Location : London ( Hybrid)

LanguagesnPython, Bash

Tech Stack

NIST, Cyber Essentials, ISO27001, SOC 2, Azure Sentinel, IAM, SOAR, SIEM

Security Standards

NIST, Cyber Essentials Plus, NCSC Security Guidelines, ISO27001, SOC 2

Cloud Platforms

Microsoft Azure (Security and Architecture frameworks, Well-Architected Framework, Cloud Adoption Framework)

Security Areas

IAM, SIEM (Splunk, Azure Sentinel), SOAR, Threat Prevention

Tools

Palo Alto Networks, FireEye, Nessus, Azure Key Vault, Terraform, Ansible

Must Have

5+ years in security architecture, Azure (Well- Architected Framework), Identity G Access Management (IAM), SIEM (Splunk, Azure Sentinel)

Nice to have

Ansible, Terraform, TOGAF, Palo Alto Networks, FireEye, Nessus, data privacy regulations (GDPR, HIPAA)

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Security Architect

Permanent role

Job Location : London ( Hybrid)

Languages: Python, Bash

Tech Stack: NIST, Cyber Essentials, ISO27001, SOC 2, Azure Sentinel, IAM, SOAR, SIEM

Security Standards: NIST, Cyber Essentials Plus, NCSC Security Guidelines, ISO27001, SOC 2

Cloud Platforms: Microsoft Azure (Security and Architecture frameworks, Well-Architected Framework, Cloud Adoption Framework)

Security Areas: IAM, SIEM (Splunk, Azure Sentinel), SOAR, Threat Prevention

Tools: Palo Alto Networks, FireEye, Nessus, Azure Key Vault, Terraform, Ansible

Must Have : 5+ years in security architecture, Azure (Well- Architected Framework), Identity G Access Management (IAM), SIEM (Splunk, Azure Sentinel)

Nice to have : Ansible, Terraform, TOGAF, Palo Alto Networks, FireEye, Nessus, data privacy regulations (GDPR, HIPAA)

Requirements

Tech Stack: NIST, Cyber Essentials, ISO27001, SOC 2, Azure Sentinel, IAM, SOAR, SIEM

Security Standards: NIST, Cyber Essentials Plus, NCSC Security Guidelines, ISO27001, SOC 2

Cloud Platforms: Microsoft Azure (Security and Architecture frameworks, Well-Architected Framework, Cloud Adoption Framework)

Infrastructure Security Architect

London, Docklands (Hybrid)

£100,000 - £110,000 per annum + annual discretionary bonus

On behalf of an industry Leading financial services organisation, I am seeking an experienced Infrastructure Architect additionally with a background in Security Architecture.

The Infrastructure Architect will possess broad knowledge in Cloud Infrastructure, Platforms and Cyber Security with a focus on capability enhancements and continuous improvement. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements, providing technical leadership, and ensuring the design meets architectural principles and security standards.

The organisation offers hybrid working with a non-negotiable 2 days a week in their London office, therefore you must be within reasonable commuting distance to London.

Responsibilities:

• Author High Level Solution Design, Solutions Overview and Conceptual Architectures.
li>Design and architect solutions based on technical and business requirements.
• Develop and document architecture blueprints and best practices.
• Act as a lead Architecture on projects
• Contribute to the development & management of Infrastructure Strategy
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Architecture within the business
• Contribute to product roadmaps & reference architectures.
• Provide technical guidance to team members and stakeholders.

Skills / Experience required:

• At least 8 years’ experience in an Infrastructure Architecture capacity additionally with experience in authoring Cyber Security Architecture.
< i>Experience in a regulated financial services environment (banking / insurance preferred)
• Experience in IaC (nice to have)
• Automation experience highly advantageous – e.g. Ansible / Jenkins (alternatives considered).
< i>Knowledge of networking design and principles in both public cloud and traditional data center
• Knowledge of hybrid cloud architectures.
• Ability to assess and recommend third-party tools and services to complement AWS offerings.
• Experience with cloud security solutions and services
• Ability to communicate solutions to other stakeholders
• Broad knowledge of Networks & Security
• Identify & recommend opportunities for efficiency.
• Stay updated on new features and capabilities & best practices.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and manage diversity.
• Share knowledge with the team and contribute to the organization's learning culture.

Infrastructure Security Architect

London, Docklands (Hybrid)

£100,000 - £110,000 per annum + annual discretionary bonus

On behalf of an industry Leading financial services organisation, I am seeking an experienced Infrastructure Architect additionally with a background in Security Architecture.

The Infrastructure Architect will possess broad knowledge in Cloud Infrastructure, Platforms and Cyber Security with a focus on capability enhancements and continuous improvement. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements, providing technical leadership, and ensuring the design meets architectural principles and security standards.

The organisation offers hybrid working with a non-negotiable 2 days a week in their London office, therefore you must be within reasonable commuting distance to London.

Responsibilities:

• Author High Level Solution Design, Solutions Overview and Conceptual Architectures.
li>Design and architect solutions based on technical and business requirements.
• Develop and document architecture blueprints and best practices.
• Act as a lead Architecture on projects
• Contribute to the development & management of Infrastructure Strategy
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Architecture within the business
• Contribute to product roadmaps & reference architectures.
• Provide technical guidance to team members and stakeholders.

Skills / Experience required:

• At least 8 years’ experience in an Infrastructure Architecture capacity additionally with experience in authoring Cyber Security Architecture.
< i>Experience in a regulated financial services environment (banking / insurance preferred)
• Experience in IaC (nice to have)
• Automation experience highly advantageous – e.g. Ansible / Jenkins (alternatives considered).
< i>Knowledge of networking design and principles in both public cloud and traditional data center
• Knowledge of hybrid cloud architectures.
• Ability to assess and recommend third-party tools and services to complement AWS offerings.
• Experience with cloud security solutions and services
• Ability to communicate solutions to other stakeholders
• Broad knowledge of Networks & Security
• Identify & recommend opportunities for efficiency.
• Stay updated on new features and capabilities & best practices.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and manage diversity.
• Share knowledge with the team and contribute to the organization's learning culture.

Avanade is looking for an experienced Cloud Security Architect to join our security practice. This is a client-facing role where you will be engaged in some of the most exciting, complex, and leading-edge projects. You will play an active role in transforming our client's Cyber Defence strategy, capabilities, and operations through the design and implementation of predominantly Microsoft Threat Protection technologies. You will also be part of the Avanade Security presales and Architecture function, creating proposals and solutions for our largest, most complex enterprise clients. This role will include partial delivery expectations for the year.
About the Role:
In this role, you will:
- Lead large projects and project teams.
- Manage deliverables and be responsible for delivering against critical milestones.
- Engage in solution architecture and pre-sales deal shaping.
- Develop and maintain long-term strategic client relationships.
- Design, implement, and integrate security, incident, and event management solutions into Security Operations, with a particular interest in Azure Sentinel.
- Understand threat modelling, risk, and how to mitigate risks concerning applications from internal and external threat actors.
- Have a deep understanding of incident response processes and techniques for cyber recovery.
- Understand security operations centres, their functions, and roles.
- Have a good understanding of the Microsoft platforms across Windows, Microsoft 365, and Azure.
- Understand techniques and approaches used by threat actors to compromise companies.
- Apply the MITRE ATT&CK framework to help customers improve their cyber defence.
- Understand the business, privacy, security, and compliance challenges surrounding client data and articulate the types of assets that would be seen as valuable and susceptible to attack.
- Be aware of emerging technologies in the Cyber Defence and cloud security space.
Your responsibilities may include :
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with the account teams and client stakeholders
- Identify customer needs and understand business goals to envisage a high-level solution and winning strategy.
- Develop detailed security transformation and operations opportunities based on the capabilities, standardised tools, processes and partner technology with the security architects and other technology partners.
- Drive and be involved in the proposal, solution presentations and discussions.
- Conduct and follow through the sales process to accomplish deal closure.
Requirements:
- Advanced Microsoft Security Certifications such as: SC-100, SC-200, SC-300, SC-400, SC-900.
- Industry-recognised certifications such as: CISSP, CCSP, CISM, SANS.
- In-depth Knowledge of Azure Security Tools: Have a key in-depth knowledge of Azure Security tools such as Security Copilot, Azure Sentinel, and Defender for Cloud to monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents. You will be responsible for configuring and managing these tools to ensure real-time threat detection and response.
- Security Architecture Design: Design and implement robust security architectures for cloud-based applications and services. Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
- RFP Responses: Prepare and review responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) related to cloud security. Ensure that all security requirements are addressed and communicated to potential clients.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on the latest security trends, technologies, and threats. Continuously improve security processes and tools to enhance the overall security posture.
- Strong knowledge of Azure Security tools, including Security Copilot, Azure Sentinel, and Azure Defender for Cloud.
- Experience with security incident management and response.
- Familiarity with industry standards and best practices for cloud security.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to lead RFP responses related to cloud security and Managed Security Services.
- Beneficial Knowledge: Familiarity with the Defender suite of products, including Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Microsoft Defender for Identity, Microsoft Defender for Office 365, and Microsoft Cloud App Security.
- Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or Azure Security Engineer.
- Experience with other cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud) and their security tools.
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
Beneficial Knowledge:
Familiarity with the Defender suite of products, including Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Microsoft Defender for Identity, Microsoft Defender for Office 365, and Microsoft Cloud App Security.
- Security Copilot Knowledge: Proven experience and knowledge in utilising Security Copilot for enhancing cyber defence strategies and operations.
Experience with other cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud) and their security tools.
Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
Benefits We Offer:
- Opportunity to work for Microsoft's Global Alliance Partner of the Year (17 of the last 20 years!)
- Pension, Electric Car Purchase scheme (tax-free!), 25 days holiday, Flexible benefits, Car allowance (where applicable), bonus, PMI, Life cover, IP cover, and much more.
- Exceptional development and training with a minimum of 80 hours/year of training and paid certifications.
- Avanade University - real-time access to technical and skilled resources globally.
- Dedicated career adviser to encourage your progression.
- Engaged and helpful coworkers genuinely interested in you.
- Reward and recognition program.
- Full benefits package including medical coverage, income protection policy, extended benefits, bonus program, generous retirement plan, and much more.
About Avanade:
Avanade leads in providing innovative digital services, business solutions, and design-led experiences for its clients, delivered through the power of people and the Microsoft ecosystem. Our professionals combine technology, business, and industry expertise to build and deploy solutions to realize results for clients and their customers. Avanade has 39,000 digitally connected people across 24 countries, bringing clients the best thinking through a collaborative culture that honours diversity and reflects the communities in which we operate. The majority owned by Accenture, Avanade was founded in 2000 by Accenture LLP and Microsoft Corporation. Learn more at is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, colour, age, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, veteran, military or marital status, genetic information, or any other protected status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
We work hard to provide an inclusive, diverse culture with a deep sense of belonging for all our employees. Avanade believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants, or job seekers because of their race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other protect group status as defined by law.

Avanade is looking for an experienced Data Security Architect to join our security practice. This is a client-facing role where you will be engaged in some of the most exciting, complex, and leading-edge projects. You will play an active role in transforming our client's Information Protection strategy, capabilities, and operations through the design and implementation of predominantly Microsoft Threat Protection technologies. You will also be part of the Avanade Security presales and Architecture function, creating proposals and solutions for our largest, most complex enterprise clients. This role will include partial delivery expectations for the year.
About the Role:
In this role, you will:
- Lead large projects and project teams.
- Manage deliverables and be responsible for delivering against critical milestones.
- Engage in solution architecture and pre-sales deal shaping.
- Develop and maintain long-term strategic client relationships.
- Lead the implementation and management of Microsoft Purview for data discovery, classification, sensitivity labelling, and retention policies
- Drive DSPM strategy to ensure AI models, pipelines, and infrastructure meet enterprise data protection and compliance requirements
- Design and enforce DSPM (Data Security Posture Management) frameworks tailored for AI-driven data infrastructure
- Define and monitor KPIs for data discovery, classification, and protection coverage
- Implementing DSPM solutions to discover, classify, and secure data across AI pipelines
- Integration of data classification and retention policies within AI lifecycle
- Develop Response plans for data breach and exfiltration response tailored to AI environments. Forensic tracing of AI usage and auditability of input data
- Integrate Purview alerts and telemetry with Microsoft Defender and Sentinel to enable real-time threat detection and incident correlation.
- Oversee configuration of E5 security tools, including Microsoft Information Protection, Data Loss Prevention, and Insider Risk Management
- Stay current with evolving data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA, NIST AI RMF) and recommend policy updates accordingly
- Develop high-level documentation and executive reports on data security posture, risk exposures, and improvement roadmaps.
- Additional experience with Entra suite, M365 and Defender is not mandatory but valuable.
Your responsibilities may include :
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with the account teams and client stakeholders
- Identify customer needs and understand business goals to envisage a high-level solution and winning strategy.
- Develop detailed security transformation and operations opportunities based on the capabilities, standardised tools, processes and partner technology with the security architects and other technology partners.
- Drive and be involved in the proposal, solution presentations and discussions.
- Conduct and follow through the sales process to accomplish deal closure.
Requirements:
- Advanced Microsoft Security Certifications such as: SC-100, SC-200, SC-401, AI-900
- Industry-recognised certifications such as: CISSP, CCSP, CISM, GIAC
- In-depth Knowledge of Azure Security Tools: Have a key in-depth Experience implementing Purview, and Purview DSPM strategies for AI models or hybrid data platforms.
- Security Architecture Design: Design and implement robust security architectures for cloud-based applications and services. Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
- RFP Responses: Prepare and review responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) related to cloud security. Ensure that all security requirements are addressed and communicated to potential clients.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on the latest security trends, technologies, and threats. Continuously improve security processes and tools to enhance the overall security posture.
- Strong knowledge of Azure Security tools and experience with compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, NIST AI RMF, ISO 27001, SOC 2).
- Familiarity with industry standards and best practices for cloud security.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to lead RFP responses related to cloud security and Managed Security Services.
- Beneficial Knowledge: Familiarity with the Defender suite of products, including Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Microsoft Defender for Identity, Microsoft Defender for Office 365, and Microsoft Cloud App Security.
Beneficial Knowledge:
- Understanding of how AI/ML models handle training data, inference data, and derived data.
- Experience with case management workflows and insider threat response protocols.
- Data lineage tracking for model input/output.
- Familiarity with Responsible AI practices, including bias, fairness, and explainability
Benefits We Offer:
- Opportunity to work for Microsoft's Global Alliance Partner of the Year (17 of the last 20 years!)
- Pension, Electric Car Purchase scheme (tax-free!), 25 days holiday, Flexible benefits, Car allowance (where applicable), bonus, PMI, Life cover, IP cover, and much more.
- Exceptional development and training with a minimum of 80 hours/year of training and paid certifications.
- Avanade University - real-time access to technical and skilled resources globally.
- Dedicated career adviser to encourage your progression.
- Engaged and helpful coworkers genuinely interested in you.
- Reward and recognition program.
- Full benefits package including medical coverage, income protection policy, extended benefits, bonus program, generous retirement plan, and much more.
About Avanade:
Avanade leads in providing innovative digital services, business solutions, and design-led experiences for its clients, delivered through the power of people and the Microsoft ecosystem. Our professionals combine technology, business, and industry expertise to build and deploy solutions to realize results for clients and their customers. Avanade has 39,000 digitally connected people across 24 countries, bringing clients the best thinking through a collaborative culture that honours diversity and reflects the communities in which we operate. The majority owned by Accenture, Avanade was founded in 2000 by Accenture LLP and Microsoft Corporation. Learn more at is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, colour, age, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, veteran, military or marital status, genetic information, or any other protected status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
We work hard to provide an inclusive, diverse culture with a deep sense of belonging for all our employees. Avanade believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants, or job seekers because of their race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other protect group status as defined by law.

**Who We Are**
At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward - always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.
**The Role**
Are you passionate about security architecture and driven to protect against the latest threats? We are seeking a Security Architect who will join our team and take the lead on developing, implementing, and maintaining our security strategy around our Enterprise SAP environments.
As our Security Architect, you will work closely with our leadership team to design and implement effective security solutions that not only protect our business objectives and regulatory requirements, but also provide innovative solutions to stay ahead of emerging threats.
You will conduct risk assessments and threat modeling to identify and prioritize risks to our business and IT assets, using your extensive experience in security architecture design and implementation within a Service Provider environment to create a cutting-edge security architecture framework. You will also work to maintain policies, standards, and guidelines related to information security within our organization, collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement security controls and technologies such as encryption, authentication, and authorization solutions.
Your role will also involve conducting security reviews of business applications and solutions to ensure they meet our rigorous security standards, as well as performing regular security and risk reviews to identify vulnerabilities and recommend remediation activities.
At the forefront of security trends and technologies, you will advise our senior leadership team on the latest security best practices, and stay ahead of emerging security threats, always keeping our organization one step ahead.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ **Security Architecture & Design:**
+ Define and implement security architecture for SAP systems including S/4HANA, ECC, Fiori, BW, and SAP Cloud Platform.
+ Design and maintain robust role-based access control (RBAC) models, segregation of duties (SoD), and least-privilege access frameworks.
+ **Governance, Risk, and Compliance:**
+ Lead SAP security assessments, risk analysis, and compliance reviews (SOX, GDPR, HIPAA, etc.).
+ Support SAP GRC (Access Control, Process Control, Risk Management) implementation and ongoing management.
+ **Access Management & Monitoring:**
+ Oversee user provisioning, role design, and privileged access management for SAP environments.
+ Collaborate with Identity & Access Management (IAM) and Security Operations Center (SOC) teams for monitoring and incident response.
+ **Project Leadership & Collabo** ration:
+ Provide security leadership on SAP transformation, upgrades, and cloud migration projects.
+ Serve as a subject matter expert and liaison between security, SAP technical teams, and business stakeholders.
+ **Documentation & Policy Development:**
+ Develop and maintain SAP security standards, guidelines, and procedures.
+ Create technical documentation and support internal/external audit requests.
Your Future at Kyndryl
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career, from a Junior Architect to Principal Architect - we have opportunities for that you won't find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms.
**Who You Are**
You're good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important - you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused - someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you're open and borderless - naturally inclusive in how you work with others.
**Required Technical and Professional Expertise**
+ Minimum of 10 years of experience in security architecture design and implementation within a Service Provider organization
+ 7+ years of experience in SAP security and architecture, including multiple SAP modules and technologies.
+ Deep understanding of SAP authorizations, user provisioning, and security best practices.
+ Experience with SAP GRC Access Control and audit reporting tools.
+ Familiarity with regulatory compliance frameworks (SOX, GDPR, NIST, ISO 27001).
+ Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
+ Experience with security frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls.
**Preferred Technical and Professional Experience**
+ Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
+ SAP certifications (e.g., SAP Certified Technology Associate - System Security Architect).
+ Exposure to SIEM, SOAR, and endpoint detection within SAP landscapes.
+ Prior experience in a regulated industry (finance, healthcare, energy)
+ Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CCSP
+ Deep understanding of security technologies, such as firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, vulnerability scanners, and endpoint protection
+ Strong knowledge of cloud security concepts and technologies, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) with SAP.
**Being You**
Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it's how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we're not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you - and everyone next to you - the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That's the Kyndryl Way.
**What You Can Expect**
With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter - wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.
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Kyndryl is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. Kyndryl is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

OverviewnInfrastructure Security Architect

London, Docklands (Hybrid)

£100,000 - £110,000 per annum + annual discretionary bonus

On behalf of an industry Leading financial services organisation, I am seeking an experienced Infrastructure Architect additionally with a background in Security Architecture.

The Infrastructure Architect will possess broad knowledge in Cloud Infrastructure, Platforms and Cyber Security with a focus on capability enhancements and continuous improvement. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements, providing technical leadership, and ensuring the design meets architectural principles and security standards.

The organisation offers hybrid working with a non-negotiable 2 days a week in their London office, therefore you must be within reasonable commuting distance to London.

Responsibilities

Author High Level Solution Design, Solutions Overview and Conceptual Architectures.

Design and architect solutions based on technical and business requirements.

Develop and document architecture blueprints and best practices.

Act as a lead Architecture on projects

Contribute to the development & management of Infrastructure Strategy

Contribute to the continuous improvement of Architecture within the business

Contribute to product roadmaps & reference architectures.

Provide technical guidance to team members and stakeholders.

Skills / Experience

At least 8 years' experience in an Infrastructure Architecture capacity additionally with experience in authoring Cyber Security Architecture.

Experience in a regulated financial services environment (banking/insurance )

Experience in IaC (nice to have)

Automation experience highly advantageous - eg Ansible/Jenkins (alternatives considered).

Knowledge of networking design and principles in both public cloud and traditional data centre

Knowledge of hybrid cloud architectures.

Ability to assess and recommend third-party tools and services to complement AWS offerings.

Ability to communicate solutions to other stakeholders

Broad knowledge of Networks & Security

Identify & recommend opportunities for efficiency.

Stay updated on new features and capabilities & best practices.

Ability to deal with ambiguity and manage .

Share knowledge with the team and contribute to the organization's learning culture.

Experience with cloud security solutions and services

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**The Company**
Cognizant (NASDAQ:CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey (U.S.), Cognizant has over 350,000 employees as of January 2024. Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 1000, and the Fortune 500 and is ranked among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world.
**Cognizant Consulting**
At Cognizant, our consultants orchestrate the capabilities to truly change the game across strategy, design, technology and industry/functional knowledge to deliver insight at speed and solutions at scale. Our consulting services elevate the unique abilities and business aspirations of customers and employees and build relationships based on trust and value.
**Role Profile**
The Security Architect will be a member of a small architecture team comprising application and infrastructure specialists. They will have experience and a strong foundation in the design of secure solutions on AWS Cloud and On-premises Data Centres (DCs). They will have experience in creating high-level designs (HLDs) following application and infrastructure security policies, standards and best practice. They will be able to defend design choices at technical governance forums (e.g., TDA).
**Responsibilities**
+ Providing technology leadership, delivering high quality, creative and insightful technology advice; you will ensure project success through timely and accurate production of agreed deliverables:
+ Shaping, leading and delivering value through technology advisory consultancy and through guiding transformational delivery engagements
+ Strong stakeholder management and relationship building skills at senior levels that will enable consensus building and shaping technology direction
+ Leading in the development and presentation of client proposals collaborating with teams across our business
+ Leading in the development of collateral to support Technology Consulting 'go to market' propositions and service offerings
+ Farming of accounts - working with account teams to support opportunity identification, qualification and sales
+ Contribute to the development of practice members' skills to ensure a consistency of service delivery and expertise. Active coaching and mentoring of junior members of the team
+ Develop, implement and continually refine a coherent approach and appropriate frameworks to support business transformation proposals, that includes presentations, specimen RFI/RFP content, methodologies, toolkits and deliverables
**Core skills and experience:**
+ Creation of high-level security architecture design (HLD)
+ Security capabilities in AWS Cloud and Data Centres (DCs)
+ Knowledge of network segmentation, vulnerability management
+ Security: Firewalls, Key Management, Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), Identity & Access Management (IAM), Application Gateway (ALG)
+ Technologies: WSO2, Nginx, Entrust, GardDuty, Shield
+ Knowledge of security frameworks (NIST, CCM)
**Desirable skills and experience:**
+ AWS Certified Security Specialty
+ Java security frameworks (e.g., JCA, JAAS, JSSE)
+ Security technology (e.g., ZTNA, SEIM, XDR, EDR)
+ Sparx EA
The Security Architect must be comfortable drafting documents, preparing presentations, researching IT architecture and technology topics, and providing oversight to development teams. They must have the ability to abstract complex themes, problem solve, distil key discussion points, organise work, deliver to tight deadlines, and communicate with non-technical and technical stakeholders.
**Security Clearance**
Please note that candidates must hold or be able to gain UK SC level Security Clearance or higher. Therefore we can only accept applications from British passport holders who meet this criteria.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.