Security Architect

Security Architect - Circa £110,000 - Hybridworking based in London - Financial Services sector
La Fosse are partnering with a prominent FS organisation, that is undergoing a significant modernisation of its global technology, aiming to evolve data and platform security to support business expansion and a cloud-native strategy. The IT Security Architect will be a senior position within the IT team, responsible for designing and implementing security solutions. The ideal candidate will be proficient in understanding complex security systems and data solutions, balancing business priorities, and guiding the organization's security architecture.
Key Responsibilities
Security Architecture:
Develop and maintain the organization's security architecture plans.
Enterprise Architecture Contribution:
Support the development of enterprise architecture strategies.
Network Architecture Contribution:
Aid in shaping forward-looking network architecture plans.
Platform/Product Ownership:
Oversee strategy for multiple security and compliance tools.
Continuous Improvement:
Identify areas for improvement within Security Operations, IT Development, and Information Security teams, and guide engineering teams accordingly.
Architectural Leadership:
Lead medium to large-scale initiatives.
Process Advocacy:
Promote and advocate effective processes and policies within IT teams.
Training and Mentoring:
Provide guidance and mentorship to data, security, and network engineers.
Competencies
Leadership:
Takes initiative, makes decisive actions, provides clear direction, and motivates others.
Collaboration:
Works well with others, shows empathy, and builds team spirit.
Ethics and Integrity:
Upholds company values, promotes equal opportunities, and demonstrates integrity.
Communication:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, presents information clearly.
Technical Expertise:
Proficient in specialized technical areas, applies expertise to achieve objectives.
Analytical Skills:
Strong ability to analyze information and make rational judgments.
Innovation:
Creative problem-solver with strategic thinking skills.
Organizational Skills:
Effective planner, capable of managing time and resources efficiently.
Adaptability:
Flexible and resilient, able to cope with pressure and change.
Commercial Awareness:
Understands market trends, business opportunities, and financial management.