Security Architect (Network Security )

Security Architect (Network Security)

Location -Warwick / Wokingham/ Hybrid

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Security Architect (Network Security) to design, implement, and maintain enterprise-grade network security solutions. This role will play a critical part in safeguarding infrastructure, ensuring compliance with global standards, and driving a proactive security posture across the organization.

You will work closely with cross-functional IT teams, influence security strategy, and provide expert guidance on best practices in a highly regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, architect, and maintain network security infrastructure including Firewalls, IDPS, Proxies, Load Balancers, VPNs, and WAFs.
• Develop and manage firewall policies, network access controls, IAM solutions, MFA, RBAC, and privilege management.
• Ensure alignment of security measures with compliance standards (GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS).
• Conduct regular security audits and assessments to identify and remediate risks.
• Apply industry frameworks such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, CIS Controls.
• Oversee and enhance security technologies: SIEM, vulnerability management, cloud security (OCI/Azure/AWS), PKI, cryptography, web/email security, logging and monitoring.
• Monitor network traffic for anomalies and potential breaches.
• Collaborate with IT teams (network engineers, sysadmins, developers) to ensure a holistic approach to security.
• Communicate complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders and executives.
• Provide training and mentorship on network security best practices.
• Maintain accurate documentation of configurations, processes, and procedures.

Knowledge & Experience

• Minimum 8-10 years' experience in network security, with at least 5 years as a Security Consultant, Security Architect, or equivalent.
• Proven expertise in Palo Alto Networks Firewalls (mandatory).
• Strong understanding of LAN, WAN, DMZ architectures, routing, switching, and subnetting.
• Hands-on experience with cloud security (Azure, AWS, OCI).
• Familiarity with solution delivery lifecycles (SDLC), Agile frameworks, and security tools.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify technical concepts for executives.

Qualifications & Certifications

• Relevant certifications such as Palo Alto PCNSA/PCNSE, F5, CompTIA, Zscaler, Azure, AWS, CISSP, CCSP, ISSAP, ITIL (preferred).

Performance Expectations

• Customer Centricity: Deliver timely solutions to security incidents, enhance customer experience, and recommend effective controls.
• Sales Support: Contribute to proposal development, identify opportunities for service expansion, and support business growth initiatives.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge network security projects in a global environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Career growth in a forward-thinking, security-driven organization.

If you are a network security expert with deep Palo Alto firewall experience and a passion for building resilient infrastructures, we'd love to hear from you.