Security Engineer - Lead Architect
We are seeking a Security Engineer – Lead Architect to define and deliver a robust, scalable security architecture across a complex technology environment. This senior role will provide technical leadership across cloud, infrastructure, applications, networks and data, ensuring that security is embedded into the design and delivery of products, platforms and services. You will assess current capabilities, identify risks and opportunities for improvement, and establish practical architecture principles, standards and patterns that support business and technology objectives.
Key responsibilities will include leading security architecture reviews, threat modelling, risk assessments and design assurance activities; developing secure reference architectures for cloud and hybrid environments; and guiding engineering teams in the implementation of identity and access management, encryption, network security, endpoint protection, monitoring and incident response controls. You will help shape security roadmaps, contribute to governance and policy development, and ensure that solutions align with regulatory, contractual and industry requirements. The role will also involve evaluating new technologies, supporting major transformation programmes, and communicating complex technical risks and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
To succeed, you will have substantial experience in security engineering and architecture, with a strong understanding of modern cloud platforms, secure software development, infrastructure security and zero-trust principles. Relevant professional certifications such as CISSP, SABSA, CCSP, GIAC or equivalent experience are desirable. You should be confident working across multiple teams, influencing decisions without direct authority, and balancing strong security controls with operational effectiveness. Excellent analytical, communication and documentation skills are essential, together with a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to lead technical discussions in a fast-changing environment.
Security Engineer - Lead Architect
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