Information Security Architect
LET’S CUT STRAIGHT TO IT
At Severn Trent, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide when it comes to employee engagement and ranked as a Top 50 UK Employer on Glassdoor. Join us in making a positive impact on the environment and our communities, while being valued and supported in a truly inclusive workplace.
If you want to do more, because you care, we want you on our team.
LET’S TELL YOU MORE
Our highly innovative Information Security team do a wonderful job protecting our business, our people, and our customers from these daily threats and you have an opportunity to join the team as our Information Security Architect.
In this role, you’ll join a team who’re responsible for the design, engineering, technical delivery, maintenance and improvements of the systems and applications for the Information Security Office.
You’ll ensure all technology investments deliver appropriate security controls that protect the business and our customers, and you’ll be responsible for solving complex security problems and selecting the best available solutions from a range of technological and organisational components and structures.
The decisions you make fundamentally determine whether Severn Trent can manage its data, information systems and communications networks securely.
You'll be based at our Severn Trent Centre head office in Coventry. You’ll work within our Security Architecture team who have a dedicated workforce of 9. With this being such a critical role, we’re looking for someone who can join us 37 hours a week, working across Monday to Friday in a hybrid setting.
HOW WE WORK
You'll join a caring culture that collaborates to achieve, grow, and develop. Our employee engagement scores are among the highest globally in energy and utilities. That’s why, we value in-person moments to keep our culture alive but also understand the flexibility working from home can bring. So, you'll usually find us in the office, but working from home is supported, when you need it.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
You’ll join a team of Security Architects within an Information Security operations and engineering environment, with further experience in the development and documentation of integrated solution and detailed designs encompassing both cloud and on premise environments.
Understanding and awareness of industry frameworks such as NIST, NCSC CAF, CIS, IEC 62443. Knowledge of NIS-r Directive advantageous.
Ability to evaluate and propose tooling and technologies within Severn Trent to enhance its security posture.
Knowledge of Operation Technology OT/IOT from regulated industries highly desirable.
We’d like you to have knowledge and experience in security technology controls that drive Zero Trust such as identify & access management, endpoint protection, network security, Device mgmt., email security, Data integration and application security,
This role involves a substantial amount of stakeholder engagement and co-operation with other specialists including external suppliers, so having robust communication skills, with the ability to influence decision making is paramount.
Ideally, you’ll have achieved industry recognised Security certification, such as CCSP, CISSP, CISM, or a BCS certificate in Information Security Management and be a SABSA Chartered Security Architect – Practitioner Level (or higher). Additional product related certifications desirable, Azure, AWS etc
Skills and experience are important, but character, positivity, and a caring attitude matter too. We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We seek people who get involved, want to be part of something bigger, and make a difference because they care.
HOW WE’LL REWARD AND CARE FOR YOU IN RETURN
It's not just a job; it's a career. We offer benefits that reward great work and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. Plus, you'll contribute to the environment and community too. Here are some of our favourites:
- 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year). Annual leave rises to 31 days after 5 years of service.
- Annual bonus scheme (Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
- Family friendly policies (including, a year off fully paid maternity and adoption leave)
- Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
- Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
- Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
- Two volunteering days per year
LET’S GO
We can't wait to hear from you! Have an updated CV ready and spare five minutes to apply. We'll let you know the outcome after the closing date, so keep an eye on your phone and emails.