Senior Cyber Security Architect

Information Security Architect | On-site – Aldermaston Up to £90 per hour via Umbrella Full-time on-site in Aldermaston 12-month contract ABOUT THE CLIENT: Our client plays a vital role in the UKs defence infrastructure, operating within one of the most secure and regulated environments in the country. Due to increasing demands across high-impact IT and infrastructure programmes, they are seeking a Cyber Security Architectural Lead to provide specialist oversight, assurance, and leadership in all areas of information risk and security architecture. THE INFORMATION SECURITY ARCHITECT ROLE: Act as the primary security architecture lead for complex IT systems and programmes Develop and apply security architecture principles aligned with HMG, MoD, and NCSC standards Guide solution architects on embedding security controls and designs across project lifecycles Review and assure high/low-level solution designs for compliance and risk mitigation Facilitate system accreditations and interface with NCSC and other national authorities Conduct technical risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, and IT Health Checks Lead Security Working Groups and represent security interests in cross-functional settings Provide leadership in embedding security architecture best practices across the wider team INFORMATION SECURITY ARCHITECT ESSENTIAL SKILLS: Strong background as a Security Architect in secure or classified environments Deep understanding of security frameworks, architecture methodologies, and enterprise-level security principles Experience working with HMG, MoD, and NCSC guidance and accreditation processes Demonstrable experience in developing and assuring secure designs and technical risk assessments Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams TO BE CONSIDERED: Please either apply through this advert or email me directly via . For further information, please call me: . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.