Security Architect

MERITUS are recruiting for a Security Architect to join our client supporting critical Central Government and Defence programmes, delivering secure, resilient, and high-quality architecture solutions across complex enterprise and cloud environments. SECURITY ARCHITECT - 10 MONTH CONTRACT - 900 PER DAY (OUTSIDE IR35) - ANDOVER - SC CLEARANCE REQUIRED As a Security Architect, you will play a key role in designing and assuring secure technology solutions across large-scale programmes within highly regulated environments. You will work closely with engineering, architecture, delivery, and client teams to ensure security is embedded throughout the full solution lifecycle, applying secure-by-design principles and modern cyber security best practice.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Security Architect with expertise across enterprise security architecture, cloud security, DevSecOps, secure software development, and risk management within government or defence sectors. Key Responsibilities:Lead security architecture activities across complex projects and programmes within Central Government and Defence environments.Design and assure secure enterprise, cloud, hybrid, and on-premises architectures aligned to business and technical requirements.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure security considerations are embedded across the entire delivery lifecycle.Conduct security threat modelling, risk assessments, and security architecture reviews for critical ..... full job details .....