Security Architect (London Area)

Spencer Scott - Technology Recruitment
London
2 weeks ago
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Security Architects with strong Azure skills are wanted, by a Software Engineering organisation that develops a wide range of market-leading InsureTech solutions


As Security Architect, you’ll play a critical role in shaping and maintaining the security posture of the Azure environment. You’ll collaborate with engineering, DevOps, compliance, and leadership teams to architect secure cloud solutions that align with business goals and regulatory requirements.


This Security Architect opportunity will pay an annual salary up to £100,000, a 10% Annual Bonus, 10% Company Pension, Private Health and Dental Care and lots more!. Working to a hybrid model, the team go on-site 2 days a week for some collaboration within their Central London hub.


Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement secure Azure architectures across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS.
  • Define and enforce security best practices, frameworks, and policies (e.g., Zero Trust, NIST, CIS).
  • Perform threat modeling, risk assessments, and security reviews for cloud solutions.
  • Implement and manage tools such as Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, Azure Security Center, and Key Vault.
  • Partner with architects and engineers within infrastructure, network, application and business teams to ensure that solutions are developed and managed as per GCIS policies and standards
  • Advise on identity and access management using Azure AD, RBAC, and conditional access.
  • Support compliance efforts (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR).
  • Solid knowledge and experience in enterprise architecture frameworks such as; TOGAF
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to embed security into CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices.


If you are interested in applying for this opportunity and would like to find out more information, please click the apply button and a Spencer Scott Associate will be in touch.


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