Job Description
Security Architect 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Location: Central Manchester (1 day a week on site)
Contract Type: Fixed-Term (12 months)
Start Date: ASAP
A leading organisation undergoing significant digital transformation is seeking a Security Architect to join on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the business s cyber security strategy and strengthening its overall cyber resilience.
You ll be at the heart of a multi-year Security & Risk transformation programme, designing and implementing robust, scalable security architectures that span both cloud and on-premise environments. This role is ideal for someone passionate about driving meaningful change and delivering secure, business-aligned solutions within a Microsoft-first environment.
What You ll Be Doing:
- Leading the design and deployment of end-to-end security architectures using Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and Identity solutions.
- Aligning security strategy with business goals and digital transformation objectives.
- Providing architectural oversight and mentorship to internal security and project teams.
- Collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders to translate complex business needs into practical and secure technical designs.
- Maintaining clear documentation, roadmaps, and security blueprints to support future scalability.
What We re Looking For:
- Proven experience in security architecture design and delivery across large, complex environments.
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft security technologies, including Defender and Sentinel.
- Strong cloud security experience (Azure preferred), with a track record of designing secure, integrated solutions.
- Excellent grasp of security principles including defence-in-depth, zero trust, and secure development lifecycles.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills able to influence at all levels.
- Experience working within structured architectural frameworks and governance models.
Desirable Certifications:
- CISSP, CISM, TOGAF
- Microsoft certifications such as SC-200, AZ-500, SC-100
