Job Description:

Security Architect

+On site in Hampshire

+DV cleared role

+£700 - £750 a day

+Outside IR35

We are seeking a DV Cleared Security Architect to join a Joint Design Team, working on a highly sensitive and mission-critical programme. Reporting directly to the Security Lead, you will play a key role in assuring that Managed Service Provider (MSP) designs and implementations meet the client's stringent security standards and MOD requirements.

This is a hands-on assurance and advisory role, operating at both strategic and technical levels within a secure environment.

• Review and assure high-level and low-level designs produced by MSPs

• Review MSP security compliance tests, assessments, and evidence

• Assess and challenge security cases, risks, and design decisions

• Undertake formal security assessments in line with MOD and client standards

• Maintain and administer STREAM

• Provide clear, pragmatic security advice and guidance to the client and stakeholders

• Proven experience in Security Architecture within secure or defence environments

• Strong background in security assessment and assurance

• Experience conducting security audits and compliance reviews

• Familiarity with MOD security frameworks, processes, and standards

• Ability to work confidently with senior stakeholders, suppliers, and delivery teams

• Active DV clearance is essential

If you'd like to discuss this Security Architect role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.