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Security Architect

Albany Beck
London
4 days ago
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Lead Security Architect


The Opportunity

Albany Beck is partnering with a global Investment Bank to deliver a critical Protocol Analysis & Remediation programme. We’re looking for a Lead Security Architect with deep technical expertise and a strategic mindset to drive the design and implementation of security controls focused on reducing the risk of attackers moving undetected between systems within the organisation’s network


This is a hands-on architecture role where you'll lead discovery, design, and implementation efforts, playing a vital role in reducing risk and progressing toward a Zero Trust framework.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of robust security architectures to detect, prevent and contain lateral movement between endpoints and workloads.
  • Drive the discovery phase by analysing logs (via Azure Log Analytics) and auditing configurations to identify vulnerabilities and insecure protocols.
  • Define and present security architecture designs and risk reduction recommendations to Cyber Security Architecture and Engineering teams for sign-off.
  • Collaborate with Linux and Windows SMEs to implement secure configurations and protocol controls.
  • Architect and enforce network segmentation and access control models.
  • Conduct security assessments, provide remediation strategies, and guide stakeholders in secure design principles.
  • Stay current on threats, attack vectors, and mitigation techniques to future-proof the organisation’s security posture.


Experience & Knowledge:

  • 8+ years in Information Security with a strong architecture focus.
  • Expert in lateral movement risks, network segmentation, and endpoint security.
  • Deep familiarity with security frameworks: NIST, ISO 27001, Zero Trust.
  • Extensive experience with Windows and Linux hardening.
  • Skilled in protocol analysis, network architecture, and infrastructure design.


Technical Toolkit:

  • Strong command of Azure Log Analytics, KQL, and Azure-based security tools.
  • Scripting: Python, PowerShell, Shell.
  • Experience with IDS/IPS, firewalls, SIEMs, and vulnerability management tools.
  • Strong grasp of Active Directory, Azure AD, and identity access governance.
  • Familiarity with secure infrastructure platforms: SQL Server, Oracle, HA clustering.

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