Security Architect

Security Architect

Avance Consulting | ENG, GB

Posted 12 days ago

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Description

Primary Responsibilities


Security Architect role, your key roles and responsibilities will include:



  • Providing a security service steer to the projects and programs, on security related matters.

  • Ownership and definition of the security scope/architecture for a variety of projects deployed globally

  • Drive security requirements, architectures, patterns and approaches via the companys processes.

  • Day to day engagement with development teams to advise and consult on security matters

  • Work closely with project teams, DevOps teams to ensure solution complies with security requirements and that risks are appropriately managed.

  • Removing impediments for the successful delivery of the security related initiatives

  • Provide technical security input as required by the security policy lead.

  • Coordination of technical design/review activities with various segments within the Security team.

  • Accountable for ensuring that key risks and issues are identified, addressed, and resolved in a manner that satisfies the business.

  • Accountable for ensuring residual risk is captured and owners are identified.

  • Conduct regular 1st line risk assessments to identify potential cyber threats and vulnerabilities to the business systems and data.

  • Conduct 1st line supply chain assurance for suppliers, in co-ordination with the 2nd line Vendor Assurance team

  • Conduct reviews of new or existing Vendor contracts to ensure appropriate clauses and addendums are included with the 3rd party contracts

  • Develop and implement strategies to mitigate cyber risks and enhance the business security posture.

  • Stay up-to-date with the latest cyber threats and trends, and recommend appropriate security controls and countermeasures.

  • Maintain documentation and reporting on security-related activities, including risk assessments, incident response, and compliance audits.


Essential skills/knowledge/experience:



  • Bachelors degree in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

  • 3 - 6 years of experience in a similar role.

  • Collaborate effectively with colleagues and suppliers in different time zones.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

  • Ability to work in fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, pay attention to detail, and deliver high-quality results.


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