Cyber Security Architect

Sword is a leading provider of business technology solutions within the Energy, Public and Finance Sectors, driving transformational change within our clients.  We use proven technology, specialist teams and domain expertise to build solid technical foundations across platforms, data, and business applications.  We have a passion for using technology to solve business problems, working in partnership with our clients to help in achieving their goals.

Join us on the front lines of digital defence!

We’re thrilled to offer a dynamic opportunity to step into a Cyber Security Architect role, working with an exceptional, highly respected team that drives Cyber Security innovation, integrated into the wider spectrum of technical services delivered by Sword. Our clients work in various industries across multiple regulations and frameworks allowing the right candidate the opportunity to develop and retain a position at the forefront of Cyber Security.

Here's what the role looks like:

• Design and implement secure architecture solutions across cloud, hybrid, and on-prem environments

• Lead threat modelling and risk assessments for new and existing systems
• Define and maintain security architecture frameworks, patterns, and principles
• Collaborate with IT, DevOps, and business teams to embed security into solution design
• Evaluate and recommend security tools, technologies, and controls
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g. ISO27001, NIST, Cyber Essentials Plus)
• Provide expert guidance on secure configuration, identity management, and data protection
• Support incident response planning and post-incident reviews from an architectural perspective

Requirements:
• Proven experience in cyber security architecture or senior security engineering roles
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks (e.g. NIST, SABSA, TOGAF)
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and enterprise security tools (e.g. SIEM, EDR, IAM)
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, SABSA, or CCSP (preferred)
• Ability to translate complex security concepts into clear, actionable guidance
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• UK Security Clearance (or eligibility to obtain) is desirable

Benefits:
At Sword, our core values and culture are based on caring about our people, investing in training and career development, and building inclusive teams where we are all encouraged to contribute to achieve success. We offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your professional development and enhance your overall quality of life. In addition to a Competitive Salary, here's what you can expect as part of our benefits package:

• Personalised Career Development: We create a development plan customised to your goals and aspirations, with a range of learning and development opportunities within a culture that encourages growth.
• Flexible working: Flexible work arrangements to support your work-life balance. We can’t promise to always be able to meet every request, however, are keen to discuss your individual preferences to make it work where we can.
• A Fantastic Benefits Package: This includes generous annual leave allowance, enhanced family friendly benefits, pension scheme, access to private health, well-being, and insurance schemes.

At Sword we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, ensuring that all applicants receive fair and equal consideration for employment, regardless of whether they meet every requirement. If you don’t tick all the boxes but feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience we’re looking for, please do consider applying and highlight your transferable skills and experience. We embrace diversity in all its forms, valuing individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Your perspective and potential are important to us.

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