Security Architect Lead

Job Description

🔐 Security Architect – SC Cleared | £750/day | Remote/Hybrid | Public Sector Contract
We are currently seeking ahighly experienced SC-cleared Security Architectto support a critical government project. This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the cutting edge of secure architecture design within a high-impact public sector environment.
💼 Role Summary
As a Security Architect, you will lead the design of secure systems and services, influence senior stakeholders, and contribute to the strategic development of security principles. You will be the escalation point for junior architects and will play a key role in shaping security patterns across large, complex microservice-based environments.
🔑 Key Responsibilities
Lead the technical design of secure systems and servicesDevelop vision, strategy, and principles for security architecture across projectsJustify and communicate design decisions to technical and non-technical audiencesInfluence decision-making across large teams and departmentsProduce reusable security patterns and support quality assuranceCollaborate with architects, engineers, and security stakeholders across departmentsProvide insight into complex security needs and risk implicationsBe the point of escalation for lower-grade security architects🛠️ Required Technical Skills
Demonstrated expertise in designing secure system architecturesDeep experience withAWS cloud infrastructureStrong understanding ofMongoDBandPostgreSQLwithin secure environmentsProven experience working with systems thatencrypt and secure sensitive dataAbility to review, analyse, and improve existing security solutionsExperience with large-scale, microservice-based infrastructureMonitor and review technical analysis across multiple problem sets📣 Communication & Influence
Effectively communicate security concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholdersInfluence policy and contribute to security requirement evolutionTranslate complex risk into actionable design decisions✅ Essential Requirements
Active SC Clearance(must be current and valid)Proven background in public sector or government department rolesExpertise in secure-by-design principles across large-scale platforms💷 Pay Rate: £750 Per day Umbrella 
🕒 Contract Length: Initial term with likely extension
🌍 Location: Newcastle Hub (40% on-site, increasing to 60% from September). Open to other northern hubs (Leeds, Manchester, Blackpool) with occasional travel to
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