Location: London (Hybrid) | Practice Area: Technology & Engineering | Type: Permanent
Safeguard the digital future of financial services.The RoleWe are looking for Security Architects to lead the design and implementation of secure, scalable solutions for some of the world’s leading financial institutions. You’ll play a critical role in shaping security strategy, informing architectural decisions, and embedding best practices across cloud and hybrid environments.
This is a hands-on role with opportunities to mentor others and influence major change initiatives, using approved AI tools, automation and AI-enabled workflows where appropriate to improve the speed, quality and insight of security architecture activities. You’ll apply human judgement and responsible AI guardrails to ensure outputs are appropriately reviewed and escalated.
What You’ll DoDevelop enterprise security architecture strategies aligned with business and regulatory requirements, using approved AI-enabled tools where appropriate to accelerate research, analysis and insight
Lead the design of secure systems, networks and applications across on-premise, cloud and hybrid environments
Conduct threat modelling and risk assessments, define remediation strategies, and explore responsible AI and automation to improve the efficiency and quality of security analysis while maintaining human review
Guide DevSecOps adoption by designing embedded security and controls within the SDLC, including appropriate guardrails, audit trails and escalation pathways for AI-enabled workflows
Champion security awareness and mentor teams across engineering, architecture and delivery, encouraging responsible experimentation with approved AI tools where they can improve productivity and outcomes
Extensive experience designing and implementing secure architectures across cloud and hybrid environments
Experience designing solutions using Palo Alto, Microsoft or similar security ecosystems
Deep knowledge of security frameworks and standards, such as NIST, ISO 27001, CAF and TOGAF, combined with experience designing Zero Trust Architecture solutions
Expertise across IAM, endpoint protection, application and network security, with the ability to translate complex security concepts for technical and non-technical audiences
A collaborative approach to working across multidisciplinary environments, with curiosity about AI-enabled ways of working and an understanding of the importance of responsible AI, human-in-the-loop judgement and appropriate review
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, TOGAF or Cloud Security certifications
Experience defining AI security architecture, responsible AI standards, guardrails or governance, including Generative AI or Agentic AI, within a regulated environment
Hands-on experience with security tooling such as SIEM, firewalls and IAM solutions
Experience with regulatory compliance such as GDPR or PCI-DSS within financial services
Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, Java or C++, or experience supporting RFPs, mentoring colleagues or contributing to thought leadership
Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions
Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture
Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications
Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services
Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy.
We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:
BenefitsCore Benefits: Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover.
Mental Health & Healthcare: Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, in-house first aiders and convenient online GP services.
Family-Friendly & Family Care: Maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause and bereavement, alongside 8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care.
Holiday Flexibility: 5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs.
Continuous Learning & Extra Perks: Minimum 40 hours of annual training across workshops, certifications and e-learning, plus a Business Coach from Day One. Additional benefits include Gympass (Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work and dental insurance.
We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know - we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration - a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.
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Skills Required
- Extensive experience designing and implementing secure architectures across cloud and hybrid environments
- Experience designing solutions using Palo Alto, Microsoft, or similar security ecosystems
- Deep knowledge of NIST, ISO 27001, CAF, and TOGAF security frameworks and standards
- Experience designing Zero Trust Architecture solutions
- Expertise in IAM, endpoint protection, application security, and network security
- Ability to communicate complex security concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
- CISSP, CISM, TOGAF, or cloud security certifications
- Experience defining AI security architecture, responsible AI standards, guardrails, or governance in regulated environments
- Experience with Generative AI or Agentic AI security
- Hands-on experience with SIEM, firewalls, and IAM solutions
- Experience with GDPR or PCI-DSS compliance in financial services
- Familiarity with Python, Java, or C++
- Experience supporting RFPs, mentoring colleagues, or contributing to thought leadership
What the Team is Saying
Capco Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, and vision coverage in the U.S. are characterized as strong, with good coverage and favorable costs. Mental health resources and broader wellbeing programs are also emphasized as part of a comprehensive package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO and paid holidays are described as generous, with multiple mentions of strong vacation allowances. While client work can affect usage, the underlying entitlement is presented as solid.
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Parental & Family Support — Company materials highlight enhanced family-friendly policies, including substantial maternity and paternity leave. Flexibility and return-to-work support reinforce a family-oriented approach.
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What We Do
Capco, a Wipro company, is a global management and technology consultancy specializing in driving transformation in the energy and financial services industries. Capco operates at the intersection of business and technology by combining innovative thinking with unrivalled industry knowledge to fast-track digital initiatives for banking and payments, capital markets, wealth and asset management, insurance, and the energy sector. Capco’s cutting edge ingenuity is brought to life through its award-winning Be Yourself At Work culture and diverse talent. TRUSTED ADVISORS - Our collaborative and entrepreneurial approach position us as trusted long-term partners to our clients. DEEP EXPERTISE - Clients look to us for clear guidance, proven expertise, and the support they need to set their companies up for success. DISRUPTIVE SOLUTIONS- We do not provide off -the-shelf answers to clients’ challenges. Instead, we work in close collaboration to understand the issues, and craft disruptive, bespoke solutions. ACCOUNTABILITY AND OWNERSHIP - We recognize every client has distinct needs and expectations, and we take ownership and accountability for the solutions we design, build, and deliver.
Why Work With Us
We support and encourage an inclusive culture, entrepreneurial outlook and independent thinking. Capco is not about organizational charts and rigid hierarchies – we want all employees to feel that Capco is their firm to own and run. We believe diversity powers innovation. Be Yourself At Work (#BYAW) is an integral and underlying part of our culture
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