SC Cleared Security Architect

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£400 – £450 pd
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Security Architect (SC Cleared) - Containerisation & Virtualisation

Location: Remote | Type: Contract (£450/day) | Duration: Six-month rolling contract

Our client, a reputable organisation, is hiring for a skilled SC Cleared Security Architect to lead the design and assurance of secure architectures within containerised and virtualised environments. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape security strategies, ensure secure deployment pipelines, and provide technical leadership across cloud-native and virtualised infrastructures.

What you'll be doing:

* Develop secure architecture designs for container platforms like Kubernetes, OpenShift, and Docker.

* Strengthen security controls across VMware, Hyper-V, and cloud-native virtualisation.

* Produce high-quality architectural artefacts, including HLDs and security patterns, aligned with NCSC guidance and industry standards.

* Conduct security assessments, threat modelling, and validate platform configurations for compliance and risk.

* Embed security controls within CI/CD pipelines and advise on container image lifecycle management.

* Evaluate tools for container security scanning, runtime protection, secrets management, and network security.

* Collaborate with engineering, infrastructure, and security teams, acting as SME for containerisation and virtualisation security.

* Communicate complex concepts to diverse stakeholders and influence architectural decisions at senior levels.

What you'll bring:

* Active SC clearance.

* Proven experience as a Security Architect in large or secure environments.

* Deep knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, VMware, Hyper-V, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).

* Strong understanding of network security, Zero Trust, IAM, workload isolation, and micro-segmentation.

* Familiarity with security standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Benchmarks, and government policies.

* Desirable skills include OpenShift, enterprise Kubernetes, security tooling (Falco, Istio), automation (Terraform, Ansible), and relevant certifications (CCSK, CISSP, CKS).

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on critical security architecture projects within a dynamic environment. If you're a proactive security professional with the right clearance and expertise, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to join a forward-thinking organisation committed to security excellence

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