Security Architect

Salary: £19,500 - 35,500 per year

Requirements:

• We require experience in the secure design and delivery of new cloud services and solutions.
• We require experience identifying security issues in existing system designs or products, including recommending mitigations that balance cost, risk, and usability.
• We require knowledge of security standards and regulations such as NCSC, ISO, SoC, NIST, PCI, and GDPR.
• We require deep architectural experience in at least one of the following specialisms: AI/ML Security, Cloud, M365, or DevSecOps Security Architecture.
• We require experience in application architecture, software development, and/or infrastructure architecture.
• We require clear communication with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• We require experience mentoring engineers and architects.
• We require experience testing the security of software and infrastructure using appropriate security tools.
• We require experience with Continuous Security, Continuous Integration, and Continuous Delivery techniques.
• We require experience in network security, web application security, and cryptographic controls.
• We require demonstrated ability in managing, mentoring, and coaching team members and the wider community.
• We require excellent communication skills and the ability to explain security complexities to audiences with different technical abilities.
• We prefer experience in identity management and authentication/authorisation products and patterns.
• We prefer industry experience in the Public, Commercial, Defence, or Healthcare sectors.
• We prefer end-to-end security involvement, including governance, risk and compliance, operational security, supply chain security, and secure user management.
• We prefer penetration testing qualifications such as OSCP, CREST, TIGER, or equivalent.
• We prefer experience leading security engineers and other junior staff.
• We prefer involvement across the full security lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

• We design and apply strong security practices across the platforms and services we build for our customers.
• We work with Agile delivery teams to build security practices throughout the software development journey.
• We learn about and apply new technologies and approaches alongside talented colleagues.
• We share knowledge and help educate both customers and Kainos team members.
• We manage, coach, and develop a small number of staff, with a focus on performance and career development.
• We provide direction and leadership to help the team solve challenging problems together.

Technologies:

• AI
• Cloud
• DevSecOps
• Support
• Network
• Security
• Web
• Architect
• OWASP
• TCP/IP

More:

We are Kainos, a people-first company of problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators focused on creating real impact through digital services and cutting-edge Workday solutions. We value creativity, collaboration, diversity, and professional growth, and we support our people so their ideas and contributions make a difference. This is a full-time Cyber Security role based within our diverse and ambitious team, and our talent acquisition team supports candidates through the recruitment process with adjustments available where needed.

last updated 36 week of 2026