Cyber Security Architect (Must hold current active SC Clearance)

The Company: 

At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Architect with active security clearance to lead the development, design, and implementation of security solutions across various projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that robust and effective security measures are in place to safeguard critical infrastructure, sensitive data, and applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Security Strategy and Architecture: Develop and implement security strategies aligned with industry standards and best practices, ensuring all systems are secure by design.
• Risk Management: Assess risks, identify vulnerabilities, and create threat models for new and existing systems to prioritize security controls.
• Compliance and Governance: Ensure solutions comply with regulatory and organizational security standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR).
• Solution Design: Lead the design and architecture of security solutions, including identity and access management, data protection, network security, and application security.
• Technical Leadership: Collaborate with cross-functional teams (developers, DevOps, infrastructure) to integrate security into all stages of the development lifecycle.
• Security Assessment: Conduct security assessments, penetration tests, and vulnerability scans, and work with teams to remediate findings.
• Incident Response: Develop incident response plans, coordinate responses to security incidents, and drive improvements from lessons learned.
• Stakeholder Management: Communicate security requirements and risks to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business goals.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• Security Clearance: Active SC Security Clearance (required)
• Experience: 5+ years in cyber security, with a strong focus on architecture and design
• Technical Knowledge: Expertise in firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEMs, endpoint protection, and encryption technologies
• Cloud Security: Proficient in securing cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• Standards and Frameworks: Familiarity with NIST, CIS, ISO 27001, and other security standards
• Certifications (preferred): CISSP, CISM, CISA, SABSA, TOGAF
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

Desirable Skills:

• Experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and tools (e.g., CI/CD, IaC)
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA)
• Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
• Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.
• Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.
• By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:

This role at Amber Labs is a Contract position, and all employees(Must hold current active SC Clearance). Please be advised that, at this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship or hold a visa of any type.

What Happens Next?

Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.