Lead Security Architect

Position Overview

• Location Type: Remote
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Salary: Not specified

Aker Systems, founded in 2017 by experienced technology professionals, specializes in providing highly secure enterprise data platforms to large organizations. We build and operate ground-breaking, ultra-secure, high-performance, cloud-based data infrastructure. Our proprietary technology solutions enhance performance, reduce costs, and improve data management and sharing for our clients.

Aker Systems has been recognized for its culture and growth, winning the Breakthrough Culture Awards in 2024. Previous accolades include being named a ‘One to Watch’ on the Sunday Times Tech Track in 2020 and winning multiple categories at the Thames Valley Tech Awards 2020, including Thames Valley Tech Company of the Year, Emerging Tech Company, and High Growth Tech Business.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities.

Important Note: A UK Government Security Check (SC) clearance is required for this role. If you do not currently hold SC clearance, Aker Systems will support your application, provided you have resided and worked in the UK for a minimum of 5 years. British Citizenship or Dual Citizenship is also a mandatory requirement due to project needs. Experience of at least 12 months in Central Government within the last 5 years is strongly preferred.

Requirements

• Security Clearance: UK Government Security Check (SC) clearance required (support provided for obtaining clearance if needed).
• Citizenship: British Citizenship or Dual Citizenship required.
• Government Experience: At least 12 months of Central Government experience within the last 5 years is strongly preferred.
• Expertise: Recognized subject matter expert in security, risk management, and compliance.
• Industry Experience: Demonstrated experience in highly regulated industries, specifically UK Government and/or Defence.

Responsibilities

• Lead client-specific security and assurance for highly complex, cloud-centric data and digital services throughout their entire lifecycle (strategy, design, implementation, and operations).
• Provide specialist advice and knowledge on HMG government security architecture and assurance for OFFICIAL and above classifications.
• Offer specialist advice and knowledge on Public Cloud (Azure, AWS, GCP) cloud-based security architectures.
• Define and lead external security testing (e.g., ITHC) for solutions deployed on public cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP), cloud-native platforms (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.), and Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions.
• Formulate HMG Information Assurance Risk Assessment and Risk Treatment Plans.
• Establish security requirements for cloud-based solutions by evaluating business strategies and requirements, and implementing security standards such as ISO 27000 series, NIST, CSF, and CSA.

Application Instructions

• Not specified.