- Company Name
- Vix Technology
- Job Title
- Security Architect
- Job Description
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**Job Title:** Security Architect
**Role Summary:**
Design and evolve enterprise‑wide security architecture for on‑premise, cloud, and hybrid environments. Embed security throughout the software development lifecycle, drive risk assessments, ensure PCI‑DSS compliance, and align frameworks with NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls. Partner with engineering, product, and business stakeholders to embed a security‑by‑design culture.
**Expectations:**
- Minimum 5 years of cybersecurity experience, including ≥3 years in security architecture or design leadership.
- Proven ability to balance business objectives with robust security controls.
- Strong communication skills to influence and educate technical and non‑technical audiences.
- Commitment to staying current on emerging threats, technologies, and best practices.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Design, implement, and maintain secure architectures across AWS, hybrid cloud, and on‑premise systems.
- Integrate security controls into all phases of the SDLC (DevSecOps).
- Conduct threat modeling, risk assessments, and vulnerability mitigation planning.
- Develop and enforce security policies and frameworks aligned with NIST, ISO 27001, OWASP, and CIS.
- Lead PCI‑DSS architecture and compliance efforts for front‑ and back‑office applications.
- Provide guidance, mentorship, and training to engineering and operations teams.
- Evaluate and incorporate Zero Trust principles, Well‑Architected Framework reviews, and threat intelligence platforms as needed.
**Required Skills:**
- Deep knowledge of AWS security services and hybrid cloud security design.
- Experience with security tools: SIEM, IDS/IPS, DLP, endpoint protection, IAM, encryption.
- Familiarity with security frameworks: NIST, ISO 27001, OWASP, CIS Controls.
- Hands‑on experience with PCI‑DSS compliance architecture.
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and stakeholder‑management abilities.
**Required Education & Certifications:**
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Preferred certifications: CISSP, CCSP, CISM, TOGAF (any one).
- Additional certifications in Zero Trust, AWS Security, or related specialties are a plus.
Manchester, United kingdom
On site
25-01-2026