JOB DESCRIPTION:

Job Title: Security Architect

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• BSc/MSc in IT Security or a related field, or relevant industry experience.
• 5+ years of experience in security architecture, with at least 2 years in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of NIST 800-53, ISO27001, PCI DSS, and COBIT.
• Experience with security frameworks (SABSA, TOGAF).
• Understanding of threat and risk analysis methodologies.
• Experience in cloud security (Azure, AWS, Google).
• Ability to work in high-security HMG and MOD environments.

ROLE OVERVIEW

As a Security Architect, you will be responsible for enhancing the security posture of DXC’s client services by ensuring full compliance with the NIST 800-53 framework. You will evaluate existing security controls, map them to NIST standards, and develop new controls and documentation to improve compliance and overall security.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Architect and oversee the implementation of security solutions in compliance with NIST 800-53.
• Work closely with the customer’s architecture team to develop and implement security strategies.
• Identify security risks, define security requirements, and recommend remediation strategies.
• Develop and enforce security policy standards to ensure compliance with customer security requirements.
• Provide technical leadership on security projects and mentor junior team members.
• Stay up to date with DXC’s portfolio of security products and services, recommending best-fit solutions.
• Support incident investigations and security control enhancements.
• Ensure security architectures align with industry frameworks such as TOGAF and SABSA.