Security Architecture Lead: Enterprise & Cloud

Kingfisher Plc; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - GBP 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home improvement company in the UK is seeking a Head of Security Architecture to lead their technology security strategy. The role requires overseeing safe technology practices, monitoring security integrity, and fostering collaboration across teams. The ideal candidate will possess strong experience in delivering enterprise security solutions and embedding governance within a team. Offering a blend of remote and office working in London and Southampton, this position also includes comprehensive health benefits and a competitive bonus scheme.

Benefits

Private Health Care

Kingfisher Pension Scheme

25 Days' Holiday

Staff Discount

Training & Development

Qualifications

• Strong experience delivering and maintaining enterprise security solutions across areas like endpoint, cloud, and network security.
• Deep understanding of IT security principles, standards, and frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, and PCI DSS.
• Proven ability to translate complex security concepts for both technical and non-technical colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a clear security architecture strategy that supports goals.
• Lead monitoring of the technical environment and champion best‑practice security.
• Influence Technology leaders to ensure security is embedded in their initiatives.

Skills

Enterprise security solutions

IT security principles

Security governance

Risk management

Interpersonal skills

Job description

A leading home improvement company in the UK is seeking a Head of Security Architecture to lead their technology security strategy. The role requires overseeing safe technology practices, monitoring security integrity, and fostering collaboration across teams. The ideal candidate will possess strong experience in delivering enterprise security solutions and embedding governance within a team. Offering a blend of remote and office working in London and Southampton, this position also includes comprehensive health benefits and a competitive bonus scheme.