Network Security Architect

Methods Business And Digital Technology

Job Location:

London - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Since our establishment in 1990 Methods has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK.

Our mission is to improve and safeguard public-facing services. We apply digital thinking to ensure the future of our public services is centred around our citizens.

Our human touch sets us apart from other consultancies system integrators and software houses - we have a customer-centric value system whereby we focus on delivering what is right for our clients.

We passionately support our clients in the success of their projects while working collaboratively to share skill sets and solve problems. At Methods we have fun while working hard; we are not afraid of making mistakes and learning from them.

Methods are experts in delivering secure resilient cyber and information services keeping systems and data safe.

We help reduce risk and vulnerabilities from cyber-attacks by developing a security road-map tailored to your unique needs.

We help organisations improve processes such as threat management by building an identity management programme and establishing prevention detection and response capabilities to cyber-attacks.

The Role

We are seeking a Network Security Architect to support a major security uplift programme focused on improving network segmentation boundary controls and device trust across critical systems.

Requirements

Strong background in network security / infrastructure security
Experience contributing to or owning architecture and design decisions
Deep understanding of network segmentation zoning and boundary controls
Hands-on experience with enterprise firewalls (Palo Alto Cisco Fortinet)
Experience with device trust Conditional Access or identity-integrated security
Ability to produce clear architecture documentation and diagrams
Strong networking fundamentals (routing switching protocols)

Responsibilities

Own and define network security architecture including segmentation zoning and trust boundaries
Design and document network boundaries ingress/egress points and control layers
Produce and maintain high-quality architecture diagrams including system interdependencies
Define firewall strategies rule sets and network control models
Design device trust and authentication frameworks (PKI Conditional Access posture validation)
Define security controls for BYOD and unmanaged devices
Embed Zero Trust principles across network and identity layers
Lead end-to-end mapping of critical systems including dependencies and data flows
Provide technical oversight of vulnerability management and patching strategy
Work with engineering teams to ensure secure implementation of designs

Desirable

Experience with Zero Trust architecture programmes
Knowledge of Entra ID Intune PKI certificate-based authentication
Exposure to NAC (Network Access Control)
Familiarity with IDS/IPS WAF VPN proxy technologies
Experience mapping critical systems and dependencies

This role will require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website . If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria then your employment may be delayed or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview

Benefits

Methods is passionate about its people; we want our colleagues to develop the things they are good at and enjoy.

By joining us you can expect

Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience
Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society
Strong inspiring and thought-provoking leadership
A supportive and collaborative environment

Development access to LinkedIn Learning a management development programme and training

Wellness 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme

Flexible Working including home working and part time

Social office parties breakfast Tuesdays monthly pizza Thursdays Thirsty Thursdays and commitment to charitable causes

Time Off 25 days of annual leave a year plus bank holidays with the option to buy 5 extra days each year

Volunteering 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation

Pension Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution

Life Assurance of 4 times base salary

Private Medical Insurance which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)

Worldwide Travel Insurance which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay

Travel season ticket loan cycle to work scheme

For a full list of benefits please visit our website ( Experience:

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DescriptionSince our establishment in 1990 Methods has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK.Our mission is to improve and safeguard public-facing services. We apply digital thinking to ensure the future of our...