Cybersecurity Solutions Architect

About Brightsolid:

Brightsolid is a leading provider of innovative hybrid cloud and cybersecurity solutions that help businesses secure, optimise and operate their traditional and cloud infrastructure. We focus on customer-centric solutions and leading technologies. Brightsolid delivers reliable, scalable, and secure cloud environments to meet the market's evolving needs.

Role Overview:

As a Solutions Architect who specialises in cybersecurity, you will be reporting to our Head of Cloud Solutions and will be an integral part of the solution architect team which forms a core component of our commercial driven revenue operations function.

Working alongside expert solution architects in VMware, AWS, Microsoft Cloud and Data Management solutions, you will collaborate directly with customers to understand their business needs and technical requirements.

This role involves supporting our sales engagements with a deep understanding of managed security solutions, specifically Microsoft technologies such as Entra, Defender XDR, Azure Sentinel and ServiceNow Security Incident Response. It will also be expected that you will support our solutions team by assisting with the development of secure AWS, Azure and our VMware VCF Brightsolid Cloud solutions. You will be working with a range of security partners and will be expected to foster a deep working relationship with our dedicated cybersecurity team.

This is a customer-facing role and reasonable travel will be expected along with experience presenting to customers and supporting events.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support our customers and prospects creating HLDs and LLDs ensuring they have the right commercially effective blend of security.
• Being able to break down complex technical terms in a non-technical way.
• Conduct security assessments of customer environments and design security architectures that address identified vulnerabilities and risks.
• Develop and implement threat models to identify potential security threats and design mitigation strategies.
• Oversee the implementation of security solutions, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, security information and event management (SIEM) tools, and data loss prevention (DLP) solutions.
• Adhere to relevant security standards and compliance requirements (e.g., ISO 27001, PCI DSS, GDPR).
• Work with our SecOps team to develop and implement vulnerability management programs, including regular security assessments, penetration testing, and remediation planning.
• Maintain expertise in cloud security best practices including secure configuration, access management, and data protection.
• Work closely with product lead, solution architects and engineering teams to integrate security into all aspects of solution design and implementation.
• Support customers and prospects with guidance into investment in security controls aligned to business objectives and knowing how to prioritise based on threat likelihood and impact.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior security team members.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

• Proven/demonstrable experience in a cybersecurity presales or architect role, or a similar security-focused position within an MSP or Reseller environment, typically gained over three or more years.
• Strong understanding of security principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Hands-on experience with a wide range of security technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, SIEM, and vulnerability scanners.
• Experience with cloud security in AWS and Azure environments.
• Knowledge of security standards and compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Required Skills:

• Expert knowledge of cybersecurity principles and practices.
• Deep understanding of cloud and infrastructure security.
• Deep understanding of Microsoft security platform.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts and security.

Why Work for Brightsolid:

• Positive nurturing culture prioritising employee well-being.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment with a focus on personal and professional development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity for career growth and advancement within a rapidly growing organisation.

Join Brightsolid and be part of a team shaping the future of secure cloud managed services. Apply now to take the next step in your career as a Cybersecurity Solutions Architect.

Working Pattern:

We operate with a hybrid working policy where you are required to be in one of our UK locations at a minimum of twice a month at your manager's discretion.

To apply for this role, please follow our online application process and submit a CV and cover letter.

Benefits:

This is a full-time, permanent position working 35 hours per week. You will be based from Brightsolid's Dundee, Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow or Manchester office, with the opportunity to work remotely and flexibly. There are occasional in-office requirements as well as work-related travel commitments. We offer a generous package including 34 days holiday, health cash plan, excellent pension, a competitive base salary and bonus/commission, and many more staff discounts and benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from everyone and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or any other protected characteristics.

If you have any issues with your application, please email recruitment@dcthomson.co.uk.

Closing date for applications: Friday, 25th April 2025 at 23:59hrs.

Please note that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early once we have received suitable applications. Therefore, please ensure you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.