Contractor job Security Architect

Role Title: Security Architect
Location: London
Duration: 30/06/2026
Work setup: 3 days onsite/week
Rate INSIDE IR35 £700

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Role Description:

Strong experience as a Security Architect in large enterprise or BFSI environments
Deep knowledge of:
Network Security
Identity & Access Management (IAM)
Application Security
Cloud Security Architecture
Hands-on experience with security tools and platforms
Cloud & DevSecOps

Experience with cloud platforms (AWS / Azure preferred)
Secure design for:
Containers & Kubernetes
CI/CD pipelines
Integration of security into DevOps workflows

Tools & Technologies (Good to Have)

IAM: Azure AD, Okta, Ping
Cloud Security: Prisma, Defender, Wiz, Lacework
Vulnerability Management: Qualys, Tenable, Snyk
SIEM / SOC integration knowledge (Splunk, Sentinel)

Soft Skills

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to challenge designs and provide pragmatic solutions
Comfortable working directly with senior leadership
Problem-solver with a hands-on mindset

Nice to Have

Prior experience working with global banks or financial institutions
Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, CCSP - preferred but not mandatory)

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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.