Lead Security Architect (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Lead Security Architect (Cybersecurity): Owns and defines the organization’s enterprise security architecture across IT, cloud, OT, and hybrid environments, operating in a NIS2-regulated setting. Focus on setting secure-by-design principles, developing technical security standards, and providing authoritative oversight to ensure secure, resilient, and compliant solutions.

Location: United Kingdom (London, Manchester). Hybrid working model.

Company

hirify.global is an international energy company anchored in Europe, delivering energy solutions that ensure reliable and affordable supply.

What you will do

• Define and maintain enterprise security architecture across IT, OT and cloud environments.
• Establish secure‑by‑design and secure‑by‑default principles across all change initiatives.
• Develop and evolve technical security standards, reference architectures and patterns.
• Act as security design authority for major programmes and solution designs.
• Translate NIS2 and regulatory requirements into architectural controls.
• Continuously improve architecture based on emerging threats, technologies and best practices.

Requirements

• Qualifications in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, IT, Engineering or related field.
• Extensive experience in security architecture roles in large‑scale or regulated environments.
• Proven track record embedding secure‑by‑design principles and technical standards.
• Strong background across identity, network, endpoint, cloud, application and integration security.
• Experience in regulated or critical infrastructure environments (e.g., NIS2‑aligned sectors).
• Excellent communication skills for technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and comprehensive range of financial, lifestyle and wellness benefits.
• Non-contributory pension with 10% employer contribution.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and volunteering days.
• Medical and dental insurance (family cover).
• Opportunities to develop both your knowledge and experience through a blended approach to learning.