Chief Information Security Architect

5 days ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Sanderson Recruitment Full time

Role Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic team as a Chief Information Security Architect. As a key member of our organization, you will play a pivotal part in shaping our security strategy and driving the development of secure solutions.

About the Job

We are seeking a highly skilled professional with a deep understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and security standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) to lead the development and implementation of security plans and roadmaps. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with network security, identity and access management, data encryption, incident response, and security in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).

Key Responsibilities

  • Security Strategy Leadership: Develop and implement comprehensive security strategies that protect infrastructure, applications, and data, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
  • Comprehensive Security Design: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design security architectures that meet both business and security requirements.
  • Risk Management: Identify vulnerabilities, assess risks, and implement mitigative strategies to safeguard assets.
  • Collaboration: Partner with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to drive the development of secure solutions and ensure effective risk management.
  • Incident Monitoring and Response: Analyse security incidents and design proactive solutions to mitigate emerging threats.
  • Security Awareness: Establish and lead security training programs, upskilling IT and development teams on best practices and emerging trends.
  • Mentorship and Leadership: Serve as a subject matter expert, mentoring team members and boosting the organisation's security capabilities through knowledge-sharing and training initiatives.

Skills and Qualifications

  • Security Architecture Expertise: Proven experience in Security Architecture and Application Security.
  • Technical Proficiency: Strong technical skills, including expertise in cloud security standards and securing cloud-based applications.
  • Agile/DevSecOps: Experience working within Agile and DevSecOps frameworks, integrating security into the development lifecycle.
  • Cloud Security: Familiarity with cloud security standards and securing cloud-based applications, especially in a DevSecOps environment.
  • Certifications: Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent are preferred.

What We Offer

As a Chief Information Security Architect with Sanderson Recruitment, you can expect a competitive salary range of £550-£700 per day (Outside IR35) and the opportunity to work on challenging projects in a dynamic environment.



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