About the role

  • Lead Architect overseeing strategy and technical direction of security technologies across network, server, and cloud environments. Mentor Cyber Engineers and collaborate on security architecture across platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of Cyber Engineers specialising in network, server, and cloud security.
  • Provide expert guidance on security architecture and controls to protect critical business assets.
  • Strengthen our security posture across on-premise, hybrid, and cloud platforms.
  • Work with stakeholders to balance risk, resilience, and commercial priorities.

Requirements

  • Degree in Computer Science, Information Security or related field (or equivalent experience), plus certifications such as CISSP, CISM, TOGAF, Microsoft or Cisco.
  • Experience in cyber security architecture or senior technical security roles, with expertise across network, server, and cloud domains.
  • Strong background in Microsoft technologies (Active Directory, Defender, Office 365, Azure), alongside Linux, Cisco, Palo Alto, AWS, Oracle and hybrid cloud environments.
  • In-depth knowledge of security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls), Zero Trust architectures, and automation/orchestration tools.
  • Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams, balancing security with cost and risk, and collaborating across technical and business stakeholders.
  • Exposure to regulated industries (aviation or similar) and understanding of compliance standards (CAF, EASA, ICAO).
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
  • Proactive, detail-oriented, and adaptable, with a track record of delivering secure, scalable solutions in fast-paced environments.

Benefits

  • Competitive salaries and excellent benefits
  • Performance-based annual bonuses
  • Share in Success Bonus plans
  • Generous annual leave allowances
  • Market-leading pensions
  • Family friendly policies
  • Access to private health insurance
  • A wide range of wellbeing tools
  • Varied learning and development opportunities

Job title

Lead Architect, Cyber Infrastructure

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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