
Cloud Security Architect- AWS
- London
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Design and implement secure cloud architectures (AWS) tailored to public sector requirements.
- Lead security assessments, threat modelling, and risk analysis for cloud-based and hybrid environments.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure security best practices are embedded throughout project lifecycles.
- Develop and maintain security documentation, including architecture diagrams, policies and procedures.
- Advise clients on compliance with standards such as NCSC Cloud Security Principles, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus, and GDPR.
- Support incident response planning and execution.
- Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and regulatory changes.
- Proven consultancy experience within the UK public sector.
- Deep expertise in AWS security services (IAM, KMS, GuardDuty, Security Hub, etc.).
- Familiarity with AWS GovCloud and UK public sector hosting requirements.
- Strong understanding of security frameworks, governance, and risk management.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Trusted advisor mindset, able to influence and guide clients.
- Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills.
- Analytical thinker with a passion for secure cloud adoption.
- Ability to obtain (or currently hold) SC/DV Security Clearance
- SC clearance usually requires 5 years of continuous UK residency
- DV clearance usually requires 10 years of continuous UK residency
- Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Relevant certifications such as:
- AWS Certified Security – Specialty
- CISSP, CISM, or similar
- TOGAF or equivalent
- Clear career progression opportunities within our career framework
- Cross-skilling and internal mobility across business areas
- Access to dedicated training, certifications, and professional memberships
- Competitive base salary.
- Matching pension scheme (up to 5%) from day one.
- Discretionary company bonus scheme.
- 4 x annual salary Death in Service coverage from day one.
- Employee referral scheme.
- Private medical insurance from day one.
- Help@Hand app: access to remote GPs, second opinions, mental health support, and physiotherapy.
- EAP service
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- 36 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays).
- An extra paid day off for your birthday.
- Ten paid learning days per year.
- Flexible working hours.
- Market-leading parental leave.
- Sabbatical leave (after five years).
- Work from anywhere (up to 3 weeks per year).
- Industry-recognised training and certifications.
- Bonusly employee recognition and rewards platform.
- Clear opportunities for career development.
- Length of Service Awards
- Regular company events.
- Tech Scheme.
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