Senior Security Architect

Zero Trust Security Architect – Manager

Location: London (Hybrid)Salary: £65,000 – £100,000 + benefitsLevel: ManagerTravel: Ad-hoc travel to client sites as requiredWho you’ll be working withA leading global professional services organisation is looking for an experienced Zero Trust Security Architect to join its growing cybersecurity team.This is a Manager-level opportunity where you’ll work with enterprise clients to design and deliver modern Zero Trust security architectures, helping organisations move away from traditional VPN, proxy and perimeter-based security models.What you’ll be doingDesigning and implementing enterprise-scale Zero Trust security architectures across users, devices, applications and data.Developing security blueprints and reference architectures aligned to Zero Trust, NIST 800-207, SASE and SSE principles.Working hands-on with technologies such as Zscaler ZIA, ZPA, ZDX and Client Connector.Designing secure access solutions using SSO, MFA, device posture and least-privilege principles.Integrating Zero Trust platforms with identity providers such as Entra ID, Okta or Ping, alongside SIEM/SOAR and endpoint security platforms.Supporting the migration of legacy VPN, proxy and firewall solutions towards modern cloud-native security models.Leading proof-of-concepts, technical validation and security architecture assessments.Providing architectural governance, threat modelling and security guidance across client projects.Working with senior stakeholders to shape Zero Trust strategies and long-term security roadmaps.Providing technical leadership and mentoring to security and networking teams.What we need5+ years' experience in cybersecurity architecture or senior security engineering roles.Strong hands-on experience with Zscaler or similar Zero Trust/SASE technologies.Experience with ZIA, ZPA, ZDX, Client Connector, App Connectors, CASB, DLP or Cloud Firewall.Strong understanding of Zero Trust, NIST 800-207, SASE and SSE.Good knowledge of IAM, including Entra ID/Azure AD, Okta or Ping.Understanding of modern network security, including SD-WAN, DNS security and routing.Experience with endpoint security and EDR/XDR technologies.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.Experience working in large, complex enterprise environments.What’s in it for you£65,000 – £100,000 salaryHybrid working from London25 days' annual leavePrivate medical insurance3 additional days' leave for charitable workOpportunity to work on large-scale Zero Trust and cybersecurity transformation programmesExposure to leading security technologies and enterprise environmentsSecurity Clearance: Due to the nature of the client work, you will need to be willing to undergo security clearance.

You will require 5+ years of UK address history at the point of application.If you're a Zero Trust or security architect looking for a role where you can combine hands-on technical delivery, architecture and strategic security leadership, we'd be keen to hear from you.