Security Architect

Security Architect

Security Architect | Public Sector & Defence Consulting

Clearance needed (SC or DV considered)

Ncounter is supporting a specialist UK consultancy at the forefront of national security, defence, and public sector transformation. They are looking to add an experienced Security Architect who enjoys operating as a trusted advisor, shaping secure solutions for complex, high-impact programmes rather than sitting in a purely delivery or compliance role.

This position suits someone who has moved beyond single-project architecture and is comfortable engaging senior stakeholders, influencing design decisions, and embedding security across delivery teams. You will work across a varied portfolio of assignments, advising on risk, architecture, and secure delivery for nationally critical systems.

Key responsibilities

• Engaging directly with client teams to understand threat landscape, risk appetite, and delivery constr...