Security Architect

Zero Trust Security Architect – Manager

Location:

London (Hybrid)
Salary:  £65,000 – £100,000 + benefits
Level:  Manager
Travel:  Ad-hoc travel to client sites as required
Who you'll be working with   A leading global professional services organisation is looking for an experienced Zero Trust Security Architect to join its growing cybersecurity team.
This is a Manager-level opportunity where you'll work with enterprise clients to design and deliver modern Zero Trust security architectures, helping organisations move away from traditional VPN, proxy and perimeter-based security models.
What you'll be doing    Designing and implementing enterprise-scale Zero Trust security architectures across users, devices, applications and data.
Developing security blueprints and reference architectures aligned to Zero Trust, NIST 800-207, SASE and SSE principles.
Working hands-on with technologies such as Zscaler ZIA, ZPA, ZDX and Client Connector.
Designing secure access solutions using SSO, MFA, device posture and least-privilege principles.
Integrating Zero Trust platforms with identity providers such as Entra , Okta or Ping, alongside SIEM/SOAR and endpoint security platforms.
Supporting the migration of legacy VPN, proxy and firewall solutions towards modern cloud-native security models.
Leading proof-of-concepts, technical validation and security architecture assessments.
Providing architectural governance, threat modelling and security guidance across client projects.
Working with senior stakeholders to shape Zero Trust strategies and long-term security roadmaps.
Providing technical leadership and mentoring to security and networking teams.
What we need    5+ years' experience in cybersecurity architecture or senior security engineering roles.
Strong hands-on experience with Zscaler or similar Zero Trust/SASE technologies.

Experience with ZIA, ZPA, ZDX, Client Connector, App Connectors, CASB, DLP or Cloud Firewall.
Strong understanding of Zero Trust, NIST 800-207, SASE and SSE.
Good knowledge of IAM, including Entra /Azure AD, Okta or Ping.
Understanding of modern network security, including SD-WAN, DNS security and routing.

Experience with endpoint security and EDR/XDR technologies.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Experience working in large, complex enterprise environments.
What's in it for you    £65,000 – £100,000 salary
Hybrid working from London
25 days' annual leave
Private medical insurance
3 additional days' leave for charitable work
Opportunity to work on large-scale Zero Trust and cybersecurity transformation programmes
Exposure to leading security technologies and enterprise environments
Security Clearance:  Due to the nature of the client work, you will need to be willing to undergo security clearance. You will require 5+ years of UK address history at the point of application.
If you're a Zero Trust or security architect looking for a role where you can combine hands-on technical delivery, architecture and strategic security leadership, we'd be keen to hear from you.