Engineering

Security Architect

  • Location

    Newport

  • Sector:

    Aerospace

  • Job type:

    Contract

  • Salary:

    Negotiable

  • Contact:

    Diksha Narula

  • Contact email:

    d.narula@ioassociates.co.uk

  • Job ref:

    BBBH168510_1759995237

Security Architect

Newport (Hybrid)

Contract Term: 6 months

£85 per hour

Our client, a global leader in aerospace, defence, and aviation engineering, is seeking an experienced Security Architect to join their advanced systems and technology division. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in designing, developing, and maintaining secure architectures across platforms supporting the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD).

With a global footprint and a reputation for innovation, the organisation delivers high-profile programmes that shape the future of aviation, defence systems, and national security. You'll work alongside multi-disciplinary teams, contributing to cutting-edge projects that integrate advanced engineering, rigorous security standards, and compliance with industry and government frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and maintain secure architectures for MOD platforms, applications, and networks
  • Ensure compliance with standards and frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, JSP 440, DEF STAN, NCSC)
  • Produce and maintain security artefacts, including risk assessments and management plans
  • Lead secure design reviews and support engineering assurance gates

Required Skills:

  • Active SC
  • 6+ years in cyber security architecture within defence, aerospace, or critical national infrastructure
  • Relevant security and architecture certifications such as CISSP, CISM, SABSA, TOGAF, or equivalent
  • Deep understanding of MOD security requirements (JSP 440, JSP 604, DEF STANs)

*PS: The Company can't provide any sponsorship, so only candidates with the existing right to work in the UK will be considered for this role.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking organisation within the aerospace and defence sector. You will be working closely with industry leaders while supporting vital recruitment activities that ensure business success.

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