Senior Cyber Security Architect

Senior Cyber Security Architect, C004791

Core Duties

• Develop and maintain cybersecurity architecture deliverables:
  • Architecture models linking systems, applications, and business processes
  • Cybersecurity service roadmaps (mid/long-term evolution)
• Define and support security guidance & standards:
  • Architecture instructions (tactical → strategic)
  • Standardized security solutions and design approaches
• Contribute to cyber capability and concept development
• Coordinate with NCSC, NCIA, and stakeholders to gather inputs and align activities
• Produce technical documentation and reports

Key Requirements

Experience

• ~3 years in cybersecurity / security architecture / complex IT environments
• Experience with:
  • Security architecture & capability delivery
  • Technical requirements, system diagrams, engineering artefacts
  • Cybersecurity concept development / research

Technical Expertise

• Strong knowledge of:
  • Security architecture design (on-prem & cloud)
  • Cryptography & PKI
  • Identity & Access Management (IAM)
  • Network monitoring & detection
  • Segmentation / firewalls
• Good understanding of:
  • Zero Trust architecture
  • Risk management
  • AI/security risks
  • Computer forensics
• Ability to model complex systems using architecture frameworks

Skills

• Strong analytical communication skills
• Proficient in ArchiMate modelling
• English: STANAG 6001 Level 3 (Professional)

Certifications (preferred)

• Cyber: CISSP, CISM, GIAC
• Architecture/IT: TOGAF, ArchiMate, ITIL
  (Experience can compensate)

Education

• Bachelor’s degree 3 years experience
  OR
• ~10 years relevant experience (no degree)

Nice to Have

• Experience with military/government environments