Cyber Security Architect
Job in
Manchester, Greater Manchester, M9, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-15
Listing for:
Anson McCade Pty
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-15
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Information Security & Data Protection, IT Consultant, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Manchester (Remote-first, approx 2 days a month onsite)
Salary: Up to £90,000 + Package
Security Clearance:
Must hold active Security Clearance (SC) at the time of application
We're recruiting for an experienced Cyber Security Architect to join a growing security function delivering complex technology and digital transformation programmes. This is an opportunity to shape security architecture across enterprise environments, cloud platforms, critical infrastructure, and emerging technologies while working closely with technical and business stakeholders.
What You'll Be Doing- Define and develop end-to-end security architectures for complex IT and cloud-based solutions
- Work with solution architects, engineers, and delivery teams to ensure security is embedded throughout the lifecycle
- Conduct threat modelling activities and identify appropriate security controls
- Provide guidance on risk mitigation, security design principles, and best practices
- Support secure cloud adoption across Azure, AWS, and hybrid environments
- Contribute to security governance, standards, and architecture roadmaps
- Engage with stakeholders at all levels, translating technical security concepts into business-focused recommendations
- Review and assess security controls against recognised frameworks and standards
- 5+ years' commercial experience in cyber security architecture
- Experience in one or more of the following:
- Cloud security (Azure, AWS, GCP)
- Network and infrastructure security
- Application and container security
- Identity and Access Management
- Operational Technology (OT) security
- Experience conducting threat modelling and security risk assessments
- Knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, or similar
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Ability to translate complex technical risks into clear business recommendations
If you're a cyber security professional with active SC clearance looking for a high-impact architecture role with excellent career progression, we'd love to hear from you.
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