DV Cleared Security Architect 650- 700 per day Outside IR35 Basingstoke 5 Days On Site Active DV Clearance Required We''re supporting a major Defence programme and are looking to engage an experienced DV Cleared Security Architect to join a high-assurance environment delivering critical capabilities. This is an opportunity to work on complex, security-sensitive systems within a programme operating at the forefront of UK Defence. Key Requirements:Active UK DV ClearanceSole UK National (UKEO requirements apply)Proven Security Architecture experience within MOD or wider Defence environmentsStrong understanding of Secure by Design principles and risk-based security approachesExperience producing and maintaining security architecture artefacts and documentationAbility to engage confidently with technical teams, programme stakeholders and senior leadershipFamiliarity with secure systems engineering, accreditation processes and operating within highly regulated environmentsDesirable Experience:Enterprise or solution architecture experience within large-scale Defence programmesKnowledge of secure cloud environments and modern infrastructure patternsExperience working across complex, multi-supplier delivery environmentsRelevant certifications such as CISSP, SABSA, TOGAF or equivalentContract Details: 650- 700 per dayOutside IR35Basingstoke based5 days per week on siteLong-term programme opportunityDue to the nature of the work, applicants must hold active DV Clearance and be sole UK ..... full job details .....