Security Assurance Architect - MOD DV - IR35 TBC

Cyber Security Architect / AssuranceLocation(s): Remote, Bristol and NewburyType: Flexible, driven by work requirements IR Status: TBCRate: £600 - £800Clearance: Must have active MOD DVLength: 3-6 months Sanderson GandD are seeking an MOD DV Cleared Security Architect for an existing programme of work in the defence sector. Role/RequirementsAssuring secure system architectures aligned to NCSC principles, JSP 440, JSP 604, and MOD security patterns.Inputting into High-Level Designs (HLDs) and Low-Level Designs (LLDs) with explicit security controls.Conducting threat modelling (STRIDE, attack trees, kill chain analysis).Identifying and documenting security requirements for systems, networks, and cloud services.Ensuring designs meet classification requirements Security Controls and PatternsAdvising and assuring secure configuration baselines Designing identity, access, and privilege models (RBAC, Zero Trust, MFA, PAM).Ensuring encryption, key management, and data-handling controls meet MOD standards.Design GovernancePresenting designsEnsuring all designs are traceable to MOD security policies and risk appetite.Assurance Activities (Compliance, Risk, Accreditation)Risk and ComplianceConduct risk assessments using MOD-approved methodologies (e.g., NIST, ISO 27005).Produce and maintain Security Risk Assessments (SRAs) and Risk Treatment Plans (RTPs).Identify non-compliances and propose compensating controls.Accreditation and GovernanceSupport or lead the RMADS (Risk Management and ..... full job details .....