Security Architect 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Location: Central Manchester (1 day a week on site) Contract Type: Fixed-Term (12 months) Start Date: ASAPA leading organisation undergoing significant digital transformation is seeking a Security Architect to join on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the business s cyber security strategy and strengthening its overall cyber resilience.You ll be at the heart of a multi-year Security and Risk transformation programme, designing and implementing robust, scalable security architectures that span both cloud and on-premise environments. This role is ideal for someone passionate about driving meaningful change and delivering secure, business-aligned solutions within a Microsoft-first environment.What You ll Be Doing: Leading the design and deployment of end-to-end security architectures using Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and Identity solutions.Aligning security strategy with business goals and digital transformation objectives.Providing architectural oversight and mentorship to internal security and project teams.Collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders to translate complex business needs into practical and secure technical designs.Maintaining clear documentation, roadmaps, and security blueprints to support future scalability. What We re Looking For: Proven experience in security architecture design and delivery across large, complex environments.In