Base Location: Havant, Reading, Perth, Glasgow

Salary: £58,100 - £87,100 + performance related bonus and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

The Senior Enterprise Security Architect will support the enterprise cyber security architecture capability for SSE and support the creation of technical sub-strategies and a tooling roadmap for cyber security.  The role holder will work closely with security consultants and the outsourced service to lead and support the secure by design methodology.

You will

• Develop key aspects of the enterprise security architecture capability for SSE Group including the development and publication of key architecture patterns, standards and guardrails for use across the Group.
• Implement core aspects of the Secure by Design methodology for the Group to ensure that the right architectures, standards and guardrails exist to support delivery teams in implementing secure solutions.
• Support the development and maintenance of the cyber security tooling strategy and technical sub strategies in areas such as identity, network, detection, firewalls and encryption.
• Support the cyber security architecture design authority and a mechanism to govern the use of security architectures.
• Work closely with Security Solution Architects, business programmes and the Chief Technology Officer and the wider Enterprise Architecture team to define and implement new capabilities and secure architectures suitable for the Group.

You have

• Good cyber security experience with hands-on cyber security experience in IT/OT, with knowledge in a range of the technical disciplines such as: Cloud security, network security, Identity and Access Management, detection and response and operations.
• Deep enterprise architecture experience including exposure to multiple, diverse technologies and processing environments including an ability to quickly comprehend the functions and capabilities of new technologies.
• In-depth understanding of cyber security products, services, systems and solutions and exposure to multiple, diverse technologies and processing environments and the associated cyber security requirements. 
• Strong leadership skills and excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication, analytical and technical skills.        
• Experience in leading cross-functional and matrix teams and managing complex cyber security projects.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're building the world's largest offshore wind farm. Transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

Our IT division powers growth across all SSE business areas by making sure we have the systems, software and security needed to take the lead in a low carbon world. They provide expertise, advice and day-to-day support in emerging technologies, data and analytics, cyber security and more.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact david.brickell@sse.com to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.