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Security Architect (SC Cleared)
£104,000 - 117,600
Requirements
Must:
- Active SC clearance
- Proven experience as a Security Architect in large or secure environments
- Deep knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, VMware, Hyper-V, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Strong understanding of network security, Zero Trust, IAM, workload isolation, and micro-segmentation
- Familiarity with security standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Benchmarks, and government policies
- Desirable skills include OpenShift, enterprise Kubernetes, security tooling (Falco, Istio), automation (Terraform, Ansible), and relevant certifications (CCSK, CISSP, CKS)
Responsibilities
- Develop secure architecture designs for container platforms like Kubernetes, OpenShift, and Docker
- Strengthen security controls across VMware, Hyper-V, and cloud-native virtualisation
- Produce high-quality architectural artefacts, including HLDs and security patterns, aligned with NCSC guidance and industry standards
- Conduct security assessments, threat modelling, and validate platform configurations for compliance and risk
- Embed security controls within CI/CD pipelines and advise on container image lifecycle management
- Evaluate tools for container security scanning, runtime protection, secrets management, and network security
- Collaborate with engineering, infrastructure, and security teams, acting as SME for containerisation and virtualisation security
- Communicate complex concepts to diverse stakeholders and influence architectural decisions at senior levels
Description
We are a reputable organisation hiring for a skilled SC Cleared Security Architect to lead the design and assurance of secure architectures within containerised and virtualised environments. This remote contractual role offers £450/day and a six-month rolling contract. You will have the opportunity to shape security strategies and provide technical leadership across cloud-native and virtualised infrastructures. If you are a proactive security professional with the right clearance and expertise, we would love to hear from you.
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