Cyber Security Design Architect. LilyLifestyle

Cyber security Architect

Portsmouth Based

850 per day Umbrella Inside IR35

12 Month Contract initially.

This is a great opportunity to work within one of the UK's leading Defence organisations based in Portsmouth.

• Working and designing using security frameworks
• NIST Cybersecurity Framework
• ISO 27001 / 27002
• CIS Critical Security Controls
• Zero Trust Architecture principles
• NIS 2
• DEFSTAN 05-138
• Employing a secure by design methodology
• Familiarity with IT and OT trends and good practice
• Knowledge of SAP – Desirable
• Has developed business knowledge of the activities and practices of own organisation and those of suppliers, partners, competitors and clients; promotes the application of generic and specific bodies of knowledge in own organisation; develops executive leadership skills and broadens and deepens their industry or business knowledge.

• Significant experience (5-10+ years) in cyber security or IT architecture
• Proven experience designing enterprise security solutions
• Experience in regulated environments (public sector, healthcare, finance, etc.)
• Demonstrable track record of influencing architecture and strategy decisions
• Good level of experience in supporting the delivery of key projects in a couple of the IM&T Cyber skill sets
• Demonstrates leadership in operational management
• Analyses requirements and advises on scope and options for continual operational improvement
• Assesses and evaluates risk
• Takes all requirements into account when making proposals
• Shares own knowledge and experience and encourages learning and growth
• Understands and evaluates the organisational impact of new technologies and Cyber services
• Creatively applies innovative thinking and design practices in identifying solutions that will deliver value for the benefit of the customer/stakeholder
• Clearly demonstrates impactful communication skills (oral, written and presentation) in both formal and informal settings, articulating complex ideas to broad audiences
• Learning and professional development - takes initiative to advance own skills and identify and manage development opportunities in area of responsibility
• Security, privacy and ethics - proactively contributes to the implementation of appropriate working practices and culture
• SFIA skills as defined in the appropriate Sub-Discipline available in the IM&T Skills Academy

• Degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, or related field – Desirable
• Experience in consultancy or people management position – Preferred
• Professional certifications such as:
• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
• SABSA or TOGAF certification
• CCSK / CCSP (Cloud Security)
• Microsoft security certifications (e.g., SC-100 Cybersecurity Architect)