Cyber Security Architect
Location
Warton, England, United Kingdom
Employment TypeFull-time
Posted At4/3/2026
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Cyber security professionals
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£48,500
(£24.87 per hour)
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Description
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Job Title: Cyber Security Architect
Location: Warton- Hybrid – 3 days per week on site
We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role
Salary: £75,000 (DOE)
Who We Are
Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.
From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.
Job Description
As a Cyber Security Architect, you’ll lead the development of security-focused architectures for complex engineering solutions, designing against agreed requirements while ensuring consistency and adherence to relevant standards across multiple projects or initiatives. You’ll work closely with engineering, technical, and stakeholder teams to embed security by design, providing guidance on best practice, risk mitigation, and compliance. You’ll also support the review and assurance of designs, ensuring solutions are robust, scalable, and aligned to organisational and regulatory expectations.
Core Duties
Job Title: Cyber Security Architect
Location: Warton- Hybrid – 3 days per week on site
We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role
Salary: £75,000 (DOE)
Who We Are
Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.
From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.
Job Description
As a Cyber Security Architect, you’ll lead the development of security-focused architectures for complex engineering solutions, designing against agreed requirements while ensuring consistency and adherence to relevant standards across multiple projects or initiatives. You’ll work closely with engineering, technical, and stakeholder teams to embed security by design, providing guidance on best practice, risk mitigation, and compliance. You’ll also support the review and assurance of designs, ensuring solutions are robust, scalable, and aligned to organisational and regulatory expectations.
Core Duties
- Serve as the primary point of contact for senior stakeholders and partners on all cyber security architecture activities within the engineering domain
- Collaborate with teams to manage security risk in line with the organisation’s risk appetite, providing guidance and recommendations on designs and architectural changes to support effective risk mitigation.
- Possess a broad and comprehensive technical knowledge of IT infrastructure and technologies, with proven specialism in Operational Technology (OT) and engineering systems
- Demonstrate an excellent understanding of government and industry-standard security policies, standards, and best practice guidance, particularly within highly regulated environments
- Bring hands-on experience of working within an IT function and applying expertise in the relevant technical field
Join a team of like-minded cyber security professionals, working collaboratively to protect and strengthen the organisation’s security posture. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a dynamic Cyber Security Team that plays a critical role in safeguarding the BAE Systems.
You will work cross-functionally across the Air sector, partnering with engineers, architects, and stakeholders to ensure robust security practices are embedded into every stage of delivery. The role offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure to all aspects of cyber security, develop your expertise, and contribute to high-impact projects in a highly regulated and innovative environment.
Why BAE Systems?
Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.
A Place Where Everyone Can Thrive
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.
Closing Date: 14th April 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
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Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.
Closing Date: 14th April 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
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