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The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.\nYour impact\nAre you a network, systems,cloudor software engineer looking to take the next step into cyber security consultancy?\nDo you enjoy solving complex technical problems, working with customers, and influencing how systems are designed-not just built?\nLeonardo UK is looking for a Cyber Security Architect to join our Cyber & Security Solutions Division. This role is ideal for experienced IT professionals who want to broaden their impact, move into a consultative role, and help shape secure solutions for some of the UK’s most critical and complex environments.\nWhatyou’llbe doing:\nAs a Cyber Security Architect,you’llwork at the design and decision-making layer of major programmes. Rather than focusing on day-to-day operations,you’llhelp customers build security in from the start-translating technical realities and businessobjectivesinto clear, robust, and proportionate security architectures.\nYou’llwork in a collaborative, agile consultancy environment, blending home and on-site working, and engaging closely with customers, deliveryteamsand fellow specialists.\nYour role inpractice:\nYou’lluse your technical background to:\nWork with customers\nBuild trusted relationships and understand customer missions,constraintsand operating environments\n\nEngage confidently with engineers, project managers, securityprofessionalsand senior stakeholders\n\nUnderstand complex systems\nAnalyse existing and proposed IT environments, even where information is incomplete\n\nApply recognised security principles, architecturalpatternsand frameworks to real-world systems\n\nThink in terms of risk\nIdentifyarchitectural risks,threatsand vulnerabilities\n\nExplain security trade-offs in clear, business-relevant languagerather thanjust technical detail\n\nDesign secure solutions\nDefine layered, secure by designarchitectures across people,processand technology\n\nRecommend practical security controls and patternsthat willsupportprojectdelivery\n\nProvide assurance\nReview designs and implementations against agreed standards and regulatory expectations\n\nSupport architecture governance,complianceand security assurance activities\n\nGrow the practice\nContribute to reusable architectural patterns,frameworksand offerings\n\nProvide technical leadership in bids,proposalsand early solution shaping\n\nWhatyou’llbring\nThis role suits experienced engineers or consultants who are comfortable with complex systems and are ready to step into a broader, more influential security role.\nCore strengths\nStrong communicationand stakeholder engagement skills\n\nAbility to explain complex technical concepts clearly and confidently\n\nA consulting mindset: adaptable,dependableand focused on high-quality outcomes\n\nEnjoy working collaboratively and supporting the development of others\n\nTechnical background\nSolid understanding of core IT fundamentals such as TCP/IP, networking,protocolsand system interactions\n\nExperience designing or supporting complex IT, cloud,applicationor networked systems\n\nAbility to decompose large systems into logical, secure architectural components\n\nSecurity and architecture\nExperience translating high-level functional or missionobjectivesinto technical or security requirements\n\nUnderstanding of security controls, threatmitigationand architectural trade-offs\n\nAbility to justify why a control or design decision is needed - to both technical and non-technical audiences\n\nAdditionalexperience (beneficial, not essential)\nPreviousexposure to security architecture, riskassessmentor design assurance\n\nExperience mentoring junior engineers,architectsor consultants\n\nFamiliarity with UK MOD,defenceor national security environments\n\nCertifications\nWe value practical experience, but relevant certifications are welcomed, such as:\nSecurity+: CISMP, CCSP\n\nTOGAF\n\nAWS or Azure cloud certifications\n\nThis is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.\nSecurity Clearance\nThis role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS).Anadditionalrange of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV).For more information and guidance please visit:https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting\nWhy join us\nAt Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whetheryou'relooking to grow professionally, care for your health, orplan for the future,we’rehere to help you thrive.\nTime to Recharge: Enjoygenerous leavewiththe opportunity toaccrueup to 12additionalflexi-days each year.\n\nSecure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.\n\nYour Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).\n\nRewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.\n\nNever Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.\n\nRefer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.\n\nTailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.\n\nFlexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. 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