Security Architect - SC Cleared

Security Architect: Defence Sector South / South West England - Remote, with travel to customer sites as required Salary range £80,000 - 90,000 Live SC clearance required (minimum) The company A bespoke technology consultancy working exclusively with customers in the defence space. As a specialist SME, they offer something larger consultancies can't: direct access to senior leadership, real influence over how the business grows, and work that is varied, meaningful and technically demanding. The role They are looking for a Security Architect to join the team and support defence customers in designing and delivering secure, resilient solutions. You will act as a trusted technical adviser, working with customers to shape security architecture across complex environments, and you will have a genuine voice in how the consultancy develops its security offering. Key responsibilities Design and review security architectures across cyber, cloud and enterprise environments Provide expert security advice to defence customers, translating technical risk into clear, practical recommendations Develop secure cloud architectures in AWS or Azure Work with customer and delivery teams to ensure security is built in from the start Produce high-quality architecture documentation, designs and assurance artefacts Travel to customer sites as needed to engage stakeholders and support deliveryAbout you Essential Live SC clearance (minimum). Candidates with DV are also welcome Current (live) CISSP certification Strong experience in cyber security architecture, cloud security architecture (AWS or Azure), or enterprise security architecture Confident working directly with customers and communicating at both technical and senior levels Based in the south or south west of England and happy to travel to customer sitesDesirable TOGAF certification Background working in the defence sectorWhy join? Specialist, mission-led work supporting defence customers Small-business culture with visibility and influence A role where your expertise is valued and your input shapes the outcome [Benefits, e.g. flexible working, training budget, certification support]How to apply Send your CV through, or get in touch for a confidential conversation