Information Security

Security Architect

PA Consulting

Belfast · County Antrim · United Kingdom

Overview

In this role you will define end-to-end security architecture for client programs, shaping secure system designs and guiding risk-focused decisions. You join our Digital & Data team, collaborating with product, design and other experts to deliver secure software solutions. You’ll work in a hybrid, client-facing environment with cross-functional teams, solving complex security challenges. This opportunity lets you deepen your expertise through continuous learning while contributing to impactful, technology-driven transformations. You’ll engage in a culture that values inclusion, curiosity and excellence, with a clear path for technical progression.

Pay / Benefits
  • private healthcare for you and your family
  • 25 days annual leave (+1/2 day Christmas Eve)
  • generous pension
  • annual performance-based bonus
  • PA share ownership
  • cycle to work and give as you earn
Responsibilities
  • Define end-to-end security architecture and deliver architecture views (Conceptual, Logical, Implementation)
  • Design secure system architectures using patterns and principles to manage business and security risks
  • Review and enhance clients' security measures with innovative architecture solutions
  • Work in agile, cross-functional settings with multiple teams and stakeholders
  • Solve problems with clients and contribute to internal projects
  • Participate in live whiteboarding sessions and collaborative problem-solving
  • Collaborate in a hybrid working model, with time on client sites or in the office
  • Engage with the Tech community through knowledge sharing and mentoring
Key requirements
  • Solid foundation in information security
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, IISP/CCP, TOGAF, SABSA)
  • Experience delivering security solutions for large-scale infrastructure or integration projects
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
  • Ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
  • collaboration
  • stakeholder management
  • analytical thinking
  • security architecture
  • risk management
  • agile methodologies

Reference: WJ-747_31167701

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