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LHH

Security Architect SC cleared

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London, United kingdom

Freelance

05-01-2026

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Communication Python Bash Incident Response CI/CD DevOps Docker Kubernetes Scripting and Automation Jenkins Problem-solving Training Azure AWS cloud platforms GCP CI/CD Pipelines

Job Specifications

Security Architect SC Cleared Contract

Security – DevSecOps Engineer

We are seeking a skilled Security Architect/ DevSecOps Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will integrate security practices into our DevOps processes, ensuring software is both secure and efficiently delivered. You will collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to automate security measures, conduct vulnerability assessments, and respond to security incidents in real time. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on our security posture and help drive innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Integrate security best practices into the DevOps pipeline to ensure secure software delivery.
Define policies for secure development, secret management, and artifact validation.
Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and provide remediation recommendations.
Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to design and implement security solutions.
Automate security processes, including vulnerability scanning and incident response.
Monitor security metrics and prepare reports for stakeholders.
Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, threats, and technologies.
Lead response to security incidents and post-incident investigations.
Provide guidance and training to team members on security best practices.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Security Engineering, or related field.
Proven experience in DevSecOps or related roles.
Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python, Bash, YAML).
Familiarity with security and DevOps tools (Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, security scanning tools).
Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their security features, especially SaaS integrations.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and secure software delivery.
Knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and Secure by Design principles.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
Certifications such as DevSecOps Professional, OSCP, or CKS are a plus.

About the Company

Welcome to LHH! We're a global leader in HR solutions that future-proofs organizations and careers worldwide. Our Advisory, Career Transition & Mobility, Leadership Development, and Recruitment Solutions enable transformation, and our job is never done because there’s always another tomorrow to prepare for. We make a difference to everyone we work with, and we do it with local expertise, backed by a global infrastructure and industry-leading technology. Our over 8,000 colleagues and coaches span 66 countries worldwide, ... Know more