Security Architect

Software Security Architect | Cambridge | £80K-£95K + benefits

A leading technology company based in Cambridge is looking for a Software Security Architect to take ownership of software security across its product portfolio.

This is a senior, hands-on role where you’ll define security architecture and strategy, embed secure development practices across engineering teams, and ensure security is considered throughout the full product lifecycle.

The role will involve:

+ Owning the software security strategy, roadmap and architecture

+ Leading threat modelling, secure design and security requirements

+ Defining secure architecture patterns, engineering standards and controls

+ Embedding security into development and CI/CD processes

+ Overseeing vulnerability management, security testing and release assurance

+ Working closely with engineering, product, systems and quality teams

+ Providing technical leadership and guidance on secure software development

They’re looking for:

+ Strong experience in software/product security and architecture

+ Experience with secure development lifecycle, threat modelling and vulnerability management

+ A strong software engineering background with practical security experience

+ Experience implementing automated security controls within CI/CD

+ The ability to influence senior technical stakeholders and make pragmatic security decisions

+ Experience with Embedded Linux, Android, connected or mission-critical products would be highly beneficial.

Location: Cambridge
Salary: £80K-£95K

If this role looks like a good fit, please apply below
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed