Manager, Security Architect - Financial Services

Salary: £95,000 - 130,000 per year

Requirements:

• We typically look for a degree or equivalent experience, with real-world experience in cyber security.
• We are seeking extensive security architecture experience.
• We look for experience and knowledge in two to four or more of the following areas: cloud/data centre security, DevSecOps, data security, network security, identity, and security operations.
• We expect understanding of risk assessment methodologies and the ability to articulate security risks to business stakeholders.
• We value the ability to define, shape, and execute security strategies.
• We look for understanding of business processes and the ability to integrate security into them.
• Prior experience within financial services is preferred.
• We value strong organisation, with the ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines, and use time effectively.
• A bachelors or masters degree in information technology, cybersecurity, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent work experience, is required.
• Information security and/or information technology industry certification such as CISSP-ISSAP, CISM, GIAC, or equivalent is strongly preferred.
• Industry-recognised architecture certification such as SABSA, TOGAF, or equivalent is preferred.
• Certifications from industry-leading security vendors and/or cloud providers are desirable.
• Experience in secure configuration of cloud and container-based architectures and implementations is desirable.
• Software development skills including scripting and coding frameworks are desirable.

Responsibilities:

• We design and architect cyber security solutions.
• We create high-level and low-level designs aligned with business objectives and industry cybersecurity standards.
• We define system specifications to support optimal performance.
• We integrate workflows with third-party systems and security tools such as SIEM solutions.
• We define the RACI matrix to operate and maintain solution components.
• We support the development and maintenance of security architecture patterns, blueprints, and reference models.
• We define functional and non-functional security solution requirements and technical specifications.
• We help clients evaluate and select security technologies and products for their security roadmap.
• We review existing systems or solutions and identify security issues or improvement activities.
• We understand security control requirements and translate them into architecture patterns and solution designs.
• We maintain awareness of current and emerging security risks and the changing threat landscape.
• We oversee the configuration and implementation of cyber security solutions.
• We collaborate with wider IT teams to ensure prerequisites have been met.
• We develop technical and process documentation for cyber security solutions.
• We deliver post-implementation services, including hyper-care support and advanced troubleshooting.
• We conduct knowledge transfer to client teams through technical training sessions.
• We contribute to sales activity through proposal documentation and eminence materials.

Technologies:

• Architect
• Cloud
• DevSecOps
• Support
• Matrix
• Network
• Security
• TOGAF
• C#
• Docker
• ERP
• Java
• Kubernetes
• PowerShell
• Python

More:

We are Deloitte, working within our Technology and Transformation practice, where our cyber security team helps secure some of the largest financial services organisations. Our team includes over 450 cyber professionals in the UK and sits within a wider Technology and Transformation practice of 7,500 people. We offer hybrid working from our UK offices in Bristol, Edinburgh, London, or Manchester, with flexibility to work across local offices, client sites, virtual collaboration spaces, and remotely depending on role requirements. We support returners with coaching and support for those coming back after a career break of two years or more. We are committed to inclusion, wellbeing, world-class development, and giving our people the chance to grow, learn, and make an impact that matters.

last updated 36 week of 2026