Cybersecurity Architect

Job Description This is a remote position. Location : Remote Engagement Type : Project-based Assignment; B2B Contract (Outside IR35) Duration : 4 months with auto renew Timezone : CET ± 3 hours Be part of our Global Engineering Network ! One of our clients, an international consulting firm is looking for highly skilled seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Architect who will be responsible for the strategic planning, design, and integration of security technologies across the enterprise. He/She will bridge the gap between high-level security policies and technical implementation, ensuring that security is embedded into the fabric of infrastructure, applications, and DevOps pipelines. Key Deliverables- Design and document enterprise-level security architectures for cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP), on-premise data centers, and hybrid environments. Develop security standards, reference architectures, and design patterns (Zero Trust, SASE, NIST). Conduct threat modeling and risk assessments for new systems, applications, and integrations (STRIDE, PASTA, or VAST). Align security strategy with business goals and regulatory requirements (SOC2, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS). Select and architect security solutions (Next-gen Firewalls, EDR/XDR, SIEM, IAM/PAM, DLP, CASB). Lead the integration of security into CI/CD pipelines (DevSecOps) including SAST, DAST, and SCA. Design secure network segmentation, micro-segmentation, and identity management frameworks (SSO, MFA, Identity Governance). Collaborate with Cloud Engineers to enforce IAM policies, encryption (at rest and in transit), and secure configuration. Define technical security requirements for RFPs and vendor risk assessments. Participate in incident response tabletop exercises and post-mortem architecture fixes for actual breaches. Review and approve architecture change requests for security impact. Requirements Ideal Profile- Extensive experience in information security, with 4+ years specifically as a Security Architect or equivalent role (Lead Security Engineer, Cloud Architect with security focus). Proven experience designing multi-cloud security architectures (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Deep understanding of networking (TCP/IP, routing, SD-WAN, load balancers) and operating systems (Linux, Windows). Exceptional ability to explain complex security risks to non-technical executives. Strategic thinker who balances "perfect security" with business velocity. Strong documentation and diagramming skills. Technical Skills: Security frameworks: NIST CSF, ISO 27001, MITRE ATT&CK. Architecture models: Zero Trust (ZTA), SASE, Identity Fabric. DevSecOps tools: Git, Jenkins/GitLab CI, Terraform (IaC), Docker/Kubernetes. Identity protocols: OAuth, SAML, LDAP, SCIM. Cryptography concepts: PKI, TLS, HSM, key management. Certifications (One or more preferred): CISSP SABSA or TOGAF (architecture focus) CCSP or AWS Certified Security – Specialty CISM Why Partner with Us? · Clear scope with no ambiguity over deliverables. · Opportunity for repeat engagements based on performance. Selection Process 1. Proposal Submission o Submit your professional profile/CV by applying on the role. 2. Business Alignment Call o 30-min virtual discussion with Human Capital Consultant to review scope 3. Verification o Opportunity to complete Castille Vetting (background/compliance checks) 4. Client Skills Review o Direct interview with end client to discuss project specifics o Project-specific technical assessment (if required) Ongoing Business Support · Access to CX guidance and market insights through our professional network.