Security Architect (Outside IR35)

DV Cleared Security Architect
£650-£700 per day | Outside IR35
Basingstoke | 5 Days On Site
Active DV Clearance Required

We're supporting a major Defence programme and are looking to engage an experienced DV Cleared Security Architect to join a high-assurance environment delivering critical capabilities.
This is an opportunity to work on complex, security-sensitive systems within a programme operating at the forefront of UK Defence.

Key Requirements:

Active UK DV Clearance
Sole UK National (UKEO requirements apply)
Proven Security Architecture experience within MOD or wider Defence environments
Strong understanding of Secure by Design principles and risk-based security approaches
Experience producing and maintaining security architecture artefacts and documentation
Ability to engage confidently with technical teams, programme stakeholders and senior leadership
Familiarity with secure systems engineering, accreditation processes and operating within highly regulated environmentsDesirable Experience:

Enterprise or solution architecture experience within large-scale Defence programmes
Knowledge of secure cloud environments and modern infrastructure patterns
Experience working across complex, multi-supplier delivery environments
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, SABSA, TOGAF or equivalentContract Details:

£650-£700 per day
Outside IR35
Basingstoke based
5 days per week on site
Long-term programme opportunityDue to the nature of the work, applicants must hold active DV Clearance and be sole UK nationals.

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