Security Architect

DV Cleared Security Architect

£650-£700 per day | Outside IR35

Basingstoke | 5 Days On Site

Active DV Clearance Required

We're supporting a major Defence programme and are looking to engage an experienced DV Cleared Security Architect to join a high-assurance environment delivering critical capabilities.

This is an opportunity to work on complex, security-sensitive systems within a programme operating at the forefront of UK Defence.

Key Requirements:

Active UK DV Clearance

Sole UK National (UKEO requirements apply)

Proven Security Architecture experience within MOD or wider Defence environments

Strong understanding of Secure by Design principles and risk-based security approaches

Experience producing and maintaining security architecture artefacts and documentation

Ability to engage confidently with technical teams, programme stakeholders and senior leadership

Familiarity with secure systems engineering, accreditation processes and operating within highly regulated environmentsDesirable Experience:

Enterprise or solution architecture experience within large-scale Defence programmes

Knowledge of secure cloud environments and modern infrastructure patterns

Experience working across complex, multi-supplier delivery environments

Relevant certifications such as CISSP, SABSA, TOGAF or equivalentContract Details:

£650-£700 per day

Outside IR35

Basingstoke based

5 days per week on site

Long-term programme opportunityDue to the nature of the work, applicants must hold active DV Clearance and be sole UK nationals.

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