Principal Enterprise Security Architect

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Ourworld-leading Time & Frequency departmentseeka Principal Enterprise Security Architect to lead cyber security architecture, assurance, and operational services for theNational Timing Centre (NTC) Programme.
This leadership role is responsible for delivering secure technology solutions aligned with enterprise security strategy, government standards, and organisational risk appetite. As Security Pillar Lead, you will oversee design, delivery, and operationalisation of complex security solutions, risk management, and implementation/monitoring of Security assurance.
Reporting to the Head of Cyber Security in CIO, you will enjoy providing enterprise-wide risk consultancy, stakeholder engagement, and leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the Cyber Security architecture and design function acrossNPLs PNT programmes,to deliver at national scale
Oversee design, delivery, and running of Cyber Operational capability, and develop an enterprise architecture aligned with NPL's guiding principles
Lead the technical Cyber Security design of systems and services across several PNT programmes and technologies (at an organisational / inter-organisational level)
Research, identify, validate and adopt new security tech, architecture, and methodology
Lead engagement with NPLs customers (across both UK Government and the private sector) on security risk and decision-making
Communicate current / emerging threats, whilst designing security architecture to mitigate against them
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have the following skills, experience, and qualifications:
Referenceable, in-depth knowledge and experience in Cyber Security and IT (including business process design)
Understanding of IT networking and virtualisation technologies
Ability to define architecture roadmaps and associated strategies (including design analysis)
In-depth assessment of IT systems, cloud offerings and IT Security controls, to provide an independent view of their compliance and effectiveness with Security Policy, IT Security standards, and regulatory requirements
Assessment of architectural designs to determine whether the relevant Security controls have been identified; in-line with business objectives and risk mitigation
Experience of cross-security domain approaches and solutions
Cyber Security Certifications:
1 of the following:
Certified Information Security Systems Professional (CISSP)
SABSA Chartered Security Architect (SCF)
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
+2 (or more) industry-recognised Security certifications or qualifications.
We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that nationality,residencyand security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process. To work at NPL, you will need to obtain BPSS security clearance.
However, to work in this role in the Time & Frequency department, you will need to have an SC clearance with no restrictions, or you must have the ability to obtain an SC clearance.
Please note:Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert therefore we may at any time bring the closing date forward.We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as practical.
About Us
The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is a world-leading centre of excellence that provides cutting-edge measurement science, engineering and technology to underpin prosperity and quality of life in the UK.
NPL and DSIT have strong commitments to diversity and equality of opportunity, and welcome applications from candidates irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, or age, providing they meet the required criteria. Applications from women, disabled and black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates in particular are encouraged. All disabled candidates (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) who satisfy the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme.
At NPL, we believe our success is a result of the diversity and talent of our people.We strive to nurture and respect individuals to ensure everyone feels valued by treating everyone on the basis of their own individual merits and abilities regardless of their own or perceived identity, as part of our commitment to diversity & inclusion, we holdmemberships and accreditations to ensure were creating an environment where all our colleagues feel supported and welcome, please see ourDiversity & Inclusionpage.
We are committed to the health and well-being of our employees. Flexible working and social activities are embedded in our culture to create a positive work-life balance, along with a broad range ofbenefits. Ourvaluesare at the heart of what we do, and they shape the way we interact, develop our people and celebrate success.
To ensure everyone has an equal chance, were always willing to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process.

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Location:
Teddington
Salary:
£70,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
IT;IT

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