Lead Security Architect; Defence Devsecops and AI​/ML - DV Clearance

Overview

CONTRACTOR MUST BE DV CLEARED (active) AND BE SOLE UK NATIONAL.

Lead the Security elements of the program across different use cases for AI/ML development and trials.

• Chair Security Working groups and tri-nation collaboration.
• Manage security visibility and outcomes, manage senior stakeholder engagement.
• Threat and risk management; translate ambiguous requirements into testable controls.
• Define classification‑aware architectures, trust boundaries, cross‑domain data movement guardrails.
• Provide Security guidance and controls for complex program.
• Lead Security roadmap:
  Dev Sec Ops , policy‑as‑code controls, risk‑based CI/CD gates.
• Govern supply‑chain security: artefact signing, SBOMs, provenance; adopt SLSA‑style controls.
• Reduce lead time to secure release; zero‑critical promotion checkpoints; supplier onboarding efficiency; executive risk communication.
• Mentor juniors.

• 5+ years in Cyber Security.
• Proven multi‑cloud/edge architecture.
• Defence experience; familiarity with UK guidance; eligibility for appropriate clearance, UK Sole national.
• Certifications:
  
  CISSP (equivalent); TOGAF.
• Clearance: DV cleared (active).

This role requires essential skills of adaptability and a pragmatic and positive attitude towards security as a business enabler. Technical skills and aptitudes can be learned from the team.