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Cyber Security Architect

Kainos
Belfast
2 months ago
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When you join Kainos, you get to think beyond limitations to make an immediate and positive impact – like transforming digital services for millions of citizens or helping Fortune 500 companies get live and thrive on Workday.

You’ll be part of a people-first culture that is growing around the world. We’re a creative, committed, and diverse group of individuals who succeed as a team. At Kainos, your ideas are heard and valued, and you’ll leave a legacy that you can feel proud of. Join us and discover how our people write our story.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE BUSINESS:

As a Security Architect (Consultant) at Kainos, you’ll be responsible for designing and applying good security practices in the platforms and services we build for our customers. You’ll collaborate with Agile delivery teams to embed security throughout the software development lifecycle. You’ll learn about and implement new technologies and approaches, with support from talented colleagues who will help you develop and grow.

You’ll share knowledge and help educate both customers and Kainos team members. You’ll manage, mentor, and develop a small team, focusing on performance management and career development. You’ll also provide leadership and direction as you collaboratively solve challenging problems.

MINIMUM (ESSENTIAL) REQUIREMENTS

  • Experience in the secure design and delivery of new cloud services and solutions.
  • Experience identifying security issues in existing system designs or products, including recommending mitigations that balance cost, risk, and usability.
  • Knowledge of security standards and regulations (e.g., NCSC, ISO, SoC, NIST, PCI, GDPR).
  • Experience in application architecture, software development, and/or infrastructure architecture.
  • Experience testing the security of software and infrastructure using appropriate security tools.
  • Experience with Continuous Security, Continuous Integration, and Continuous Delivery techniques.
  • Knowledge of network security (e.g., OSI, TCP/IP), web application security (e.g., OWASP), and cryptographic controls (e.g., PKI, TLS).
  • Proven ability to manage, mentor, and coach team members and wider community.
  • Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying security complexities to audiences of various technical levels (e.g., senior stakeholders, development teams).

DESIRABLE

  • Experience with Identity management and authentication/authorization products and patterns.
  • End-to-end security involvement, including governance, risk, compliance, operational security, supply chain security, and secure user management.
  • Penetration testing qualifications (e.g., OSCP, CREST, TIGER or equivalent).
  • Experience leading security engineers and junior staff.

So, what are you waiting for? Let’s write the next incredible chapter of our story together.

Embracing our differences

At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that reflects the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive. We actively seek talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or other characteristics. Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way. If you require accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out. We understand everyone's journey is unique, and through private conversations, we can ensure our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.


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