Enterprise Azure Security Architect

Enterprise Azure Security Architect - Financial Services Robert Half is supporting their client, a Global Consulting Firm, in recruiting an Enterprise Azure Security Architect to partner with them and their end client on a major Azure migration programme for a leading global financial services organisation. This is an initial contract running until the end of 2025, with a strong likelihood of extension due to the scale of the work. Contract Assignment Details Start date: ASAP Contract length: Until December 2025 - potential extension Location: Primarily remote, with flexibility for occasional days in London Rate: c.£600/day PAYE plus 12.07% holiday pay (PAYE with employer's NI & tax deducted at source - no umbrella company admin fees) Requirements Extensive experience as an Enterprise or Security Architect in large-scale financial services organisations Deep expertise in Azure security architecture, including identity and access management, network security, encryption, and data protection Strong knowledge of secure application design and cloud migration (re-architect, re-platform, and re-factor models) Comprehensive understanding of enterprise security architecture frameworks and best practices (e.g., SABSA, TOGAF) Hands-on experience with enterprise security controls and tooling - SIEM, vulnerability management, incident response, IAM solutions Proven experience embedding security into architecture governance, SDLC, and acquisition/delivery processes Skilled in stakeholder engagement at senior levels, including finance and technology leadership Experience advising, defining, and reviewing enterprise security architecture in cloud transformation programmes Comfortable contributing to and leading Security Architecture Design Forums and Architecture Review Boards Additional Information Full financial and criminal checks will be conducted. CCJs or undeclared issues may lead to disqualification. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: gb/en/privacy-notice.