Contractor job Security architect

* 5+ years of relevant work experience in industry, with a minimum of 2 year in a similar role relevant to security architecture.* Knowledge in key areas of Information Security Technology, with experience in applying relevant controls appropriately.* An understanding of Information Security Consultancy and experience working with clients to capture requirements and formulate solutions. * Knowledge of security architectural and/or enterprise architectural frameworks (e.g., SABSA, TOGAF).* Experience in developing and implementing Enterprise Security Strategy.* Delivering security architectures/strategies as part of a broader enterprise or IS/IT architecture.* Ability to interpret and apply appropriate standards, policies, and legislation, e.g., PCI DSS, COBIT, SOX, DPA, HMG SPF, JSP 440, CESG IA Portfolio, ISO27001, etc. * Understanding of threat and risk analysis methodologies/techniques and the interpretation/application of their output in the definition of security architecture.* An understanding of security principles, technologies and industry standards and frameworks, such as the NIST.* Experience in solutioning and bid work.* Experience with cloud development and security requirements.* Some industry or HMG security experience, depending on skill level.Assess Current Security Controls: Conduct a thorough evaluation of existing security controls to determine their effectiveness and alignment with NIST 800-53 requirements.Map Security Controls: Develop a comprehensive mapping of current security controls to the NIST 800-53 framework to identify gaps and areas for improvement.Define Security solutions to meet requirements working closely with client security teams as well as engineering and run capabilities for full lifecycle oversightImplement Necessary Controls: Design, develop, and implement new security controls as required to address identified gaps and ensure full compliance.Documentation: Create and update all relevant security documentation, including policies, procedures, and system security plans, to reflect the current security environment and compliance status.Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.