Senior Security Architect

Our Client are a leading communications brand with an outstanding reputation for customer service and value commitment. An opportunity has now arisen within their team for an experienced Senior Security Architect.

The Senior Security Architect will be responsible for designing security solutions as well as approving any investment from a security standpoint in order to protect the organisation's telecom critical infrastructure, services, information systems and data. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the security posture meets wide ranging and local industry standards and regulatory requirements while supporting business goals across a number of jurisdictions.

Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you will align business and legal goals with compliant yet proportional security solutions with the aim of maintaining confidentiality, integrity and availability of our systems and data.

The ideal candidate for the role of Senior Security Architect will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
• Advanced certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent are highly desirable
• A qualification in management is desirable but not essential
• Significant experience in cybersecurity
• Significant experience in a security architect role
• Proven technical knowledge of telecom and IT networks is essential
• Deep understanding of network security, cloud security, and application security
• Proficiency in security technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, VPNs, and encryption
• Experience with regulatory compliance frameworks and standards (e.g., GDPR, NIST, TSA, ISO, PCI).
• Experience with enterprise IT (O365, ERP, CRM, Billing) and Web / IT (Http, Html, Ftp, Xml/Soap API, Webservices) systems
• Good knowledge of network architecture (routing, MPLS, QoS, IPv6, Transmission)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong project management skills and attention to detail