• Lead design and implementation of secure hybrid cloud and on-prem architectures.
• Develop and enforce enterprise-wide security standards and guardrails.
• Collaborate with IT teams to embed security by design across tech initiatives

A brand-new, execution-focused Information Security Architect role is available with a leading financial services organisation to design, implement, and maintain enterprise-wide security architecture across hybrid cloud and on-premises environments. This strategic role is pivotal in embedding security by design across all technology initiatives.

The Role

Reporting to the Chief Information Security Officer, you will:

• Design and implement comprehensive security architectures for cloud and on-premises systems.
• Develop security standards, reference architectures, and design patterns for enterprise technology solutions.
• Establish architectural guardrails and security governance for projects across the organisation.
• Partner with IT architects and project teams to integrate security requirements into all technology initiatives.
• Implement cloud-native security controls, zero-trust principles, secure containerisation, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) security standards.
• Maintain enterprise security standards, policies, and best practice guidelines, ensuring alignment with regulatory and industry requirements.
• Mentor and guide a small security team, sharing expertise and developing capabilities within the organisation.

About You

• Degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 8–10 years in cybersecurity, including at least 2 years as a security architect in a large organisation.
• Hands-on experience in cloud security, hybrid cloud architectures, and enterprise security standards.
• Strong understanding of security frameworks, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to influence technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Relevant certifications such as TOGAF, SABSA, or cloud security credentials are highly desirable.

This is a front-facing, strategic, and hands-on role where you will shape the organisation’s security posture, drive governance, and ensure security is embedded in all technology initiatives.

Applications are confidential and will be handled with the utmost discretion.