Cyber Security Architect

Are you passionate about cybersecurity and looking for an opportunity to work on critical national security projects?

We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Architect to join a key client of ours in Farnborough. This is a unique opportunity to work on high-profile defence projects, ensuring the security and resilience of mission-critical systems.

Due to the exciting nature of the role and the projects you will be working on, you must be a Sole British National with an active MOD DV Clearance to be eligible.

In this role, you will be responsible for the support of the development and transition of a new programme and lead the implementation/security assurance.

You will be required to develop high- and low-level architecture designs for systems intended for secure environments whilst ensuring the solution security design meets the customer functional and non-functional requirements.

Essential Requirements:

• CISSP certification (or equivalent).
• Strong experience in cybersecurity architecture within MOD/government environments.
• Expertise in cyber risk management, security frameworks, and accreditation.
• Familiarity with firewalls, authentication protocols (SAML, PKI, LDAP), SIEM systems.
• Ability to develop security assurance documentation (e.g., SyOPS, ISMS, Security Management Plans).
• Understanding of MOD ISN 23/09 Secure by Design principles.
• Experience with cloud security models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and virtualization
• Experience in Agile, DevOps, or SAFe environments