Work on Technology That Protects What Matters
At SiXworks, we build secure digital solutions that support Defence and National Security missions. Our teams work on complex problems where reliability, security, and speed of innovation matter.
We’re looking for a Security Architect who enjoys solving difficult technical challenges and wants their work to have real operational impact.
What You’ll Do
As a Security Architect, you’ll carry out secure delivery of internal and MOD projects. This will require supporting technical agile teams in delivering Kubernetes environments for proof of concepts, internal SiXworks infrastructure and live services for our customers
Your work may include:
- Develop Security Cyber architectures for systems.
- Strategic direction of Security projects.
- Managing security risk for projects.
- Producing evidence to meet various MOD regulations.
- Designing options and solutions to mitigate risks vulnerabilities.
- Understanding the security implications of bringing cutting-edge technology to government.
- Working with various teams across the business including Software Engineering, DevSecOps Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering, Agile and Cyber Security.
What We’re Looking For
We value people who take ownership, think critically, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team tackling complex challenges. You don’t need to tick every box, but we’re particularly interested in people with skills/experience in:
- Carrying out technical design work for secure government systems deployed to Cloud
- Experience of working on threat assessments using industry approved methodologies (e.g. STRIDE).
- Carrying out security work on DevSecOps/Kubernetes environments
- High standards in written report and/or design documentation
- Support development in a secure-by-design methodology.
- Hands on security engineering within Azure and M365 environments
- Knowledge of MOD policies (JSP 440, 453/604, 892)
- Knowledge and experience of Agile, CI/CD principles and their application in secure environments
Just as important are curiosity, strong problem solving ability, and the motivation to continuously improve how technology is designed and delivered.
About SiXworks
SiXworks is a specialist digital innovation partner delivering secure, mission-critical technology to Defence and National Security organisations. We focus on digital experimentation, secure-by-design architecture, cloud technologies, and rapid application development to help our customers move faster and stay ahead of evolving challenges.
Our team combines expertise from across technology, business, and operational backgrounds including the armed forces creating a collaborative environment where practical thinking and innovation thrive.
Why Join Us
Our culture is guided by six principles: Agility, Security, Innovation, Quality, Collaboration and Inclusivity our North Star for how we work. SiXworks is a leading provider of secure digital solutions, specialising in digital experimentation and focused on fail-safe-fast cutting-edge technology solutions deployed in highly secure environments.
As an end-to-end digital innovation and delivery partner, we turn complex challenges into mission-critical digital advantages. This is a thrilling time for us, with ambitious plans for growth. We are looking for brilliant, experienced, driven and self-motivated people to join the team on our journey.
We offer competitive salaries and a package that supports your wellbeing and development, including 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, free Private Medical cover and Life Assurance, Generous pension (10% employer, 5% employee contribution), Bonus and Professional development and training support. In addition to secure parking, gym, café & restaurant on site and lots of open break out spaces.
A word on UK Security Clearance
Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance. More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here:
United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Interested?
Please apply!
Skills Required
- Technical design work for secure government systems deployed to Cloud
- Experience performing threat assessments using methodologies such as STRIDE
- Security work on DevSecOps and Kubernetes environments
- High standards in written report and design documentation
- Support development using secure-by-design methodology
- Hands-on security engineering within Azure and Microsoft 365 environments
- Knowledge of MOD policies (JSP 440, JSP 453/604, JSP 892)
- Knowledge and experience of Agile and CI/CD principles in secure environments
- Have or be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance
What We Do
SiXworks is a leading provider of secure digital solutions and a specialized digital experimentation consultancy focused on the UK defense and national security sectors. The company delivers end-to-end digital transformation, from defining requirements to agile delivery and maintenance, specializing in high-security environments. Their mission is to accelerate the adoption of secure digital technology to improve operational agility for their clients.
