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Security Architect
Contract type
Ongoing
Work mode
Hybrid · London, United Kingdom
Experience
3 years
Job description
Security Architect role at Capco leading the design and implementation of secure, scalable solutions for financial institutions, shaping security strategy and embedding best practices across cloud and hybrid environments.
At a glance
- Employment
- Full-time · Employee (employment agreement)
- Work mode
- Hybrid · London, United Kingdom
- Languages
- English
What you'll do
- Develop enterprise security architecture strategies aligned with business and regulatory requirements, using approved AI-enabled tools where appropriate to accelerate research, analysis and insight
- Lead the design of secure systems, networks and applications across on-premise, cloud and hybrid environments
- Conduct threat modelling and risk assessments, define remediation strategies, and explore responsible AI and automation to improve the efficiency and quality of security analysis while maintaining human review
- Guide DevSecOps adoption by designing embedded security and controls within the SDLC, including appropriate guardrails, audit trails and escalation pathways for AI-enabled workflows
- Champion security awareness and mentor teams across engineering, architecture and delivery, encouraging responsible experimentation with approved AI tools where they can improve productivity and outcomes
What we're looking for
- Extensive experience designing and implementing secure architectures across cloud and hybrid environments
- Experience designing solutions using Palo Alto, Microsoft or similar security ecosystems
- Deep knowledge of security frameworks and standards, such as NIST, ISO 27001, CAF and TOGAF, combined with experience designing Zero Trust Architecture solutions
- Expertise across IAM, endpoint protection, application and network security, with the ability to translate complex security concepts for technical and non-technical audiences
- A collaborative approach to working across multidisciplinary environments, with curiosity about AI-enabled ways of working and an understanding of the importance of responsible AI, human-in-the-loop judgement and appropriate review
Nice to have
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, TOGAF or Cloud Security certifications
- Experience defining AI security architecture, responsible AI standards, guardrails or governance, including Generative AI or Agentic AI, within a regulated environment
- Hands-on experience with security tooling such as SIEM, firewalls and IAM solutions
- Experience with regulatory compliance such as GDPR or PCI-DSS within financial services
- Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, Java or C++, or experience supporting RFPs, mentoring colleagues or contributing to thought leadership
Your team
Technology & Engineering
Benefits
Maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause and bereavement, alongside 8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care
- Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover
- Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, in-house first aiders and convenient online GP services
- 5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs
- Minimum 40 hours of annual training across workshops, certifications and e-learning, plus a Business Coach from Day One
- Gympass (Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work and dental insurance
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About Capco
A consulting firm delivering high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions, with a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture.
Key facts
- Consulting
- Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions
- Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture
- Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications
- Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services
- Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy
What they value
- BeYourselfAtWork
- Individuality
- Collaboration