Lead Cyber Security Solution Architect

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Lead Cyber Security Solution Architect - Banking - London - Up to £120,000 Basic Salary + Hybrid Working

Overview
We are seeking an experienced Lead Cyber Security Solution Architect to lead a team of Governance, Risk, and Control (GRC) specialists. This team is responsible for conducting Secure-by-Design assessments on technology projects, ensuring compliance with IT security policies and requirements.

Role and Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Secure-by-Design team across multiple business entities.
Oversee security reviews for technology projects prior to implementation.
Define KPIs for the team and monitor performance.
Engage with business and technology stakeholders to assess technical and non-technical controls.
Review reports and validate evidence of control effectiveness.
Develop and implement testing strategies for IT security controls.
Identify and document risks, gaps, findings, and recommend actions.
Ensure timely completion of security assessments and manage team workload effectively.
Essential Skills & Experience

Proven ability to manage complex tasks with broad scope and ambiguity.
Strong background in cybersecurity assurance, policies, and standards.
Expertise across IT security domains: Governance, IAM, Risk Management, Security Testing, Incident Management, Vulnerability Management.
Experience in senior stakeholder engagement and management reporting.
Ability to coach and mentor team members.
Deep understanding of IT security frameworks (SOX, FFIEC, ISO27001, NIST, PCI-DSS, Cloud Security Alliance).
Strong managerial and leadership skills.
Hands-on experience as an IT auditor, security auditor, or GRC analyst.
Excellent planning, prioritization, and documentation skills.
Broad technical knowledge of IT systems (OS, databases, firewalls, SIEM, DLP).
Cloud Platforms: AWS and Azure.
AI Knowledge: Understanding of AI principles and security implications.
Solutions / Technical Network Architecture: Ability to design secure technical solutions and network architectures.
Controls Experience: Strong background in implementing and assessing security controls.
Splunk Knowledge: Familiarity with SIEM tools and log analysis.
CyberArk: Experience with privileged access management solutions.
Package

Salary: Up to £120,000
Up to 20% Bonus
Hybrid, with travel to London
Career Development Opportunities
Benefits: Pension scheme, professional training, paid holiday
Lead Cyber Security Solution Architect - Banking - London - Up to £120,000 Basic Salary + Hybrid Working

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