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Enterprise Security Architect - ESO
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National Grid
Enterprise Security Architect - ESO
£70k - £90k
Multiple locations
Hybrid
Description
ID: 51825
Hybrid requirements: This role has flexible working patterns.
The UK has set out its ambition to be net zero by 2050 and the energy industry is responding – together we are building a cleaner, greener Britain.
The Energy System Operator (ESO) are now looking for an Enterprise Security Architect, reporting to the Head of Strategy & Architecture. You will develop and maintain our security architecture, whilst bringing cyber security to life and helping to drive a security-focussed culture. The role will work with both the Chief Information Security Officer and Enterprise Architecture functions to define a security architecture not only for a new independent organisation, but also one fit for our transformative future.
Key accountabilities
Development of security architecture in line with security policy and strategy
Support development of the wider Digital, Data & Technology strategy to enable separation of the business into an independent organisation
Defining the transition approach from existing to new architectures, developing a portfolio wide view
Working in partnership with Enterprise Architecture, Solution Engineering and Operational Service Management to ensure the successful delivery of customer-centric outcomes
Supporting the enterprise security strategy and objectives
Perform impact assessments, dependency management, and risk & issues management
Collaborating with peers across the portfolio to manage dependencies, priorities, integrations and change impacts on people, processes and/or technology
Reporting key performance indicators and taking action to drive continuous improvement across Digital Platforms and Infrastructure Technology
Ensure the Enterprise Architecture function are appraised of the latest threat intelligence and real-time security landscape
Work closely with the Security function to define and develop enterprise security toolset
Develop and maintain views of emerging technology opportunities
About you
Solid, proven background in Security Architecture (additional domain experience also beneficial, e.g. networks, infrastructure)
Solid understanding of security techniques for securing devices and communications with them, such as: authentication, encryption, integrity checking and establishing a root of trust
Experience in securing or developing strategies for cloud environments, particularly Microsoft Azure
Experience working in a high-assurance environment, e.g. CNI, Government, finance
A strong experience of using architecture frameworks (e.g. Zachman, TOGAF, SABSA) would be beneficial
Ability to rapidly learn deeply technical subjects related to product security, and an ability to keep abreast of security impacts to critical, high-impact environments
Strong customer engagement and stakeholder management experience
Good communication skills with demonstrated ability to navigate a complex organization and generate buy-in for ideas and plans
Role tech stack
National Grid
Enterprise Security Architect - ESO
£70k - £90k
Warwick
This role has expired