Senior Security Architect

Senior Security Architect – UK (Remote) We’re hiring a Senior Security Architect with deep expertise in Private Cloud platforms (VMware and/or OpenStack) and Application Security to join a high-impact team on a 6 month initial contract assignment This is a great opportunity to shape the security strategy for mission-critical systems, build world-class infrastructure, and lead security innovation across private cloud environments. Role Highlights: Design and implement secure architectures across VMware/OpenStack platforms. Build and enforce security policies, processes, and compliance frameworks. Lead application security initiatives (OWASP, NIST standards). Guide cloud infrastructure, DevSecOps, CI/CD, and API security efforts. Conduct audits, vulnerability assessments, and champion best practices. Be a trusted advisor on cloud security to engineering, ops, and legal teams. You’ll Bring: Proven experience as a Security Architect in private cloud environments. Strong knowledge of cloud security, network controls, access management, and data protection. Expertise in secure coding, container security, IaC, and microservices. One or more certifications in VMware/OpenStack (CISSP, CCSP, or CCSK highly valued). Fluent in translating complex security topics for technical and non-technical stakeholders.