
Security Architect
PA Consulting2 months ago
London, United KingdomSenior
Responsibilities
- Define end-to-end security architecture for projects and programs.
- Create Conceptual, Logical, and Implementation Architecture views.
- Design secure system architectures using security patterns and principles to manage business and security risks.
- Review and enhance clients’ current security measures through innovative security architecture solutions.
- Deliver security solutions for large-scale infrastructure or integration projects.
- Collaborate with multiple teams and stakeholders on client and internal projects.
- Participate in in-person whiteboarding sessions and asynchronous communication using Teams.
Requirements
- Solid foundation in information security.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, IISP/CCP, TOGAF, or SABSA.
- Background delivering security solutions for large-scale infrastructure or integration projects.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
- Ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
- Some UK roles may require security clearance, background checks, Baseline Personnel Security Standard clearance, and at least five years of continuous UK residency.
Benefits
- Hybrid working with at least two days per week in an office or on a client site, with some assignments requiring up to five days per week on a client site.
- Budget for technical and non-technical courses and certifications.
- Private healthcare for employees and their families.
- 25 days of annual leave plus a bonus half day on Christmas Eve, with the option to buy five additional days.
- Generous company pension scheme.
- Community and charity initiative opportunities.
- Annual performance-based bonus.
- PA share ownership.
- Tax-efficient benefits including cycle-to-work and give-as-you-earn schemes.
- Inclusive workplace with physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being support.