Back to Job SearchThe team you'll be working with:
Lead Security Architect
NTT DATA UK Security Practice seeks a Senior Security Architect (P4–P5) to lead enterprise level security architecture, drive strategic security design decisions, and deliver complex cloud and hybrid solutions for high value clients. You will translate business drivers into repeatable reference architectures, establish governance and standards, and mentor architecture teams to raise capability across the practice.
Candidates must be eligible for or holding UK SC clearance.
What you'll be doing:
Core Responsibilities
Lead design and delivery of enterprise security architectures, reference models and standards for cloud, hybrid and on prem environments.
Define and enforce security architecture principles, patterns and governance to align security roadmaps with business strategy.
Architect and operationalise zero trust frameworks, identity/privilege models and advanced threat detection capabilities.
Design secure DevSecOps pipelines and infrastructure as code (IaC) security patterns; review CI/CD designs and automation security.
Lead cloud security architecture across AWS, Azure, GCP, including secure migration and platform hardening guidance.
Provide technical leadership for large transformation programmes; advise C level stakeholders and support presales solution design.
Mentor and grow security architecture capability: run architecture review boards, communities of practice and training initiatives.
Evaluate emerging security technologies and vendor solutions; produce technical roadmaps and adoption recommendations.
Required Qualifications (Must have)
10+ years’ experience in information security with a strong architecture focus; minimum 5 years leading security architecture teams or major programmes.
Demonstrable experience designing enterprise security reference architectures for cloud & hybrid environments (AWS/Azure/GCP).
Expert knowledge of zero trust architecture, identity, threat detection, and IaC/DevSecOps security practices.
Enterprise architecture certification (TOGAF or equivalent) and security credential such as CISSP, SABSA preferred.
Excellent executive communication; experience influencing technical and business stakeholders.
What experience you'll bring:
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced cloud architect certifications (AWS SA Pro, Azure SA Expert).
Proven track record in security transformation for large scale migrations.
Experience with governance frameworks (SABSA) and security architecture tooling.
Publications, whitepapers or thought leadership in security architecture.
Success Metrics (first 6–12 months)
Deliver at least one enterprise reference architecture and governance model adopted by target client(s).
Achieve target client satisfaction score for architecture engagements
Demonstrable improvement in architecture governance compliance and measurable team capability uplift (e.g., junior progression).
Contribute ≥1 technical innovation or vendor selection decision that reduces risk or cost.
Who we are:
We’re a business with a global reach that empowers local teams, and we undertake hugely exciting work that is genuinely changing the world. Our advanced portfolio of consulting, applications, business process, cloud, and infrastructure services will allow you to achieve great things by working with brilliant colleagues, and clients, on exciting projects.
Our inclusive work environment prioritises mutual respect, accountability, and continuous learning for all our people. This approach fosters collaboration, well-being, growth, and agility, leading to a more diverse, innovative, and competitive organisation. We are also proud to share that we have a range of Inclusion Networks such as: the Women’s Business Network, Cultural and Ethnicity Network, LGBTQ+ & Allies Network, Neurodiversity Network and the Parent Network.
For more information on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion please click here: Creating Inclusion Together at NTT DATA UK | NTT DATA
what we'll offer you:
We offer a range of tailored benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. Our Learning and Development team ensure that there are continuous growth and development opportunities for our people. We also offer the opportunity to have flexible work options.
You can find more information about NTT DATA UK & Ireland here: https://uk.nttdata.com/
We are an equal opportunities employer. We believe in the fair treatment of all our employees and commit to promoting equity and diversity in our employment practices. We are also a proud Disability Confident Committed Employer - we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively collaborate with individuals who have disabilities and long-term health conditions which have an effect on their ability to do normal daily activities, ensuring that barriers are eliminated when it comes to employment opportunities. In line with our commitment, we guarantee an interview to applicants who declare to us, during the application process, that they have a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Join us in building a truly diverse and empowered team.
Location
“Upon joining the NTT DATA UK family, you will experience a culturally diverse organisation living our values of Clients First, Teamwork and Foresight as we partner with our customers every day.
At NTT DATA UK, we are proud to support and invest in our people. We offer a variety of rewarding career paths and opportunities to develop professionally - with access to cutting edge innovation.”
Niccolo Spataro, CEO, NTT DATA UK
