Senior Security Architect: Cloud & Identity Leader (Hybrid)

Graphicsunlimited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government digital service provider is seeking a Senior Security Architect to shape security frameworks in Manchester. The role involves architectural leadership on identity verification projects, requiring expertise in security architecture and cloud security. The position offers competitive pay up to £83,917, robust benefits including flexible working hours, extensive holiday package, and support for professional development. Join a community focused on building reliable public services.

Benefits

28.97% employer pension contributions

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Time off for volunteering

Interest-free loans for transport

Qualifications

• Experience in a Security Architect role within a large organization.
• Strong understanding of network protocols such as TCP/IP.
• Ability to secure routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers.

Responsibilities

• Shape security frameworks for identity verification projects.
• Lead architectural direction influencing security solutions.
• Drive secure-by-default thinking across teams.

Skills

Security architecture design

Application and Cloud Security

Network Security

Threat analysis

Encryption & Cryptography

AuthN/AuthZ technologies

Cloud-native technologies

Education

CISSP certification or Masters in Information Security

Tools

SIEM

Jenkins

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

A leading government digital service provider is seeking a Senior Security Architect to shape security frameworks in Manchester. The role involves architectural leadership on identity verification projects, requiring expertise in security architecture and cloud security. The position offers competitive pay up to £83,917, robust benefits including flexible working hours, extensive holiday package, and support for professional development. Join a community focused on building reliable public services.