Average Security Architect salary in City of London

Security Architect – Cybersecurity | Hybrid | £700 - £900 p/d PAYE | 24 Month ContractContract: 24 MonthsRate: £700–£900 per day (Inside IR35)Location: Open to someone in London, Leeds or EdinburghOverview:We are seeking an experienced Security Architect to join a leading consultancy on a 24-month contract. This is a key role driving the delivery of end-to-end cybersecurity solutions across a complex technology transformation programme, ensuring solutions are secure, compliant, and aligned with enterprise strategies.You will work with cross-functional teams, including Technology, Security, Product, Enterprise Architecture, and Operations, to design, implement, and oversee cybersecurity solutions that protect enterprise systems and data while supporting business objectives.Key Responsibilities: Lead the full lifecycle of cybersecurity architecture initiatives, from concept and scoping through to delivery and benefits realizationDesign and produce architectural artefacts, including high-level and detailed solution architectures, aligned with enterprise standards, business requirements, and security best practicesSupport project teams and product groups in implementing cybersecurity solutions, resolving technical dependencies, and providing guidance on viable alternativesCollaborate with enterprise architecture and product teams to define cybersecurity strategies, standards, and roadmapsReview and quality-assure deliverables from internal teams and external suppliers to ensure compliance with business, regulatory, and non-functional requirementsIdentify opportunities for technology-driven innovation and assess emerging cybersecurity trends for potential adoption Skills and Experience: Proven experience as a Security Architect designing multi-platform products, systems, and solutionsExperience delivering end-to-end cybersecurity solutions across complex programmes and projectsStrong knowledge of cybersecurity domains such as Threat Detection and Response, Identity and Access Management, Infrastructure Security, or Information ProtectionHands-on experience with AWS technologies and cloud security architecturesFamiliarity with formal architectural frameworks and methodologies (e.g., TOGAF) and architecture modelling toolsProfessional security certification (CISSP, CISM, or equivalent) Package: Day rate: £700-£900 per day (PAYE)24-month contractHybrid working (x3 days in London) Security Architect – Cybersecurity | London Hybrid | £700 - £900 p/d PAYE | 24 Month Contract

About the RoleWe’re looking for a Digital Product Solutions Architect to join our Digital team and play a key role in shaping, designing and delivering smart, scalable digital products and solutions for our clients. You’ll also help guide the evolution of Sequel’s app ecosystem including Juice, DASH and a bespoke commercial ordering system ensuring these platforms deliver measurable value to users and clients.This role sits at the heart of the business. You’ll work closely with clients, developers, project managers and stakeholders across Sequel to turn complex business needs into practical, commercially impactful solutions. You’ll have real influence from early concept and pitching through to delivery, optimisation and product growth.What You’ll Be Doing• Translating client and business needs into effective, future-proof digital solutions.• Helping evolve and optimise Sequel’s apps by shaping product direction, technical frameworks and scalable solution patterns.• Designing system architectures including integrations, APIs, data flows and cloud infrastructure.• Defining, tracking and reporting on product success metrics (adoption, engagement, ROI).• Documenting processes, solution designs and implementation approaches.• Supporting development teams with technical guidance, best practice and solution architecture.• Ensuring solutions meet performance, security and usability standards.• Acting as a bridge between client teams, IT teams and internal delivery teams.• Identifying and recommending emerging technologies that can add value to clients or Sequel’s digital products.• Supporting pitches and client meetings with technical expertise and solution thinking.Why Join Us?• Flexible hybrid working – minimum 3 days in our Old Street office.• 26 days holiday + bank holidays.• Employee-owned business with the potential for tax-free bonuses.• Employee benefits scheme.• Collaborative office culture with regular events and socials.• Clear progression path — the role can grow as the agency scales.• Dedicated time for self-development.

AI Architect (Generative & Agentic AI)PermanentLocation: London (onsite twice a week)Salary: £80,000 - £95,000 Per Annum D.O.E Plus benefits & BonusShape the next generation of enterprise AIWe’re looking for a senior AI Architect to lead the design and delivery of cutting-edge Generative and Agentic AI solutions across complex enterprise environments.This is a client-facing, strategic role for someone who combines deep technical expertise with strong consulting instincts, someone who can move comfortably between vision, architecture, and real-world delivery.You’ll work on high-value transformation initiatives, helping organisations turn AI from experimentation into measurable business impact.The Role:As an AI Architect, you’ll operate at the intersection of strategy, solution design, and delivery.You will:Lead discovery and design of AI-led solutions aligned to business outcomesArchitect and scale GenAI, RAG, and Agentic AI systems in productionAdvise senior stakeholders on AI strategy, feasibility, and roadmapAct as a technical authority during bids, proposals, and client workshopsGuide engineering teams through complex implementationsThis role offers real ownership, from shaping ideas through to deploying production-grade AI platforms.Key Responsibilities:Client & Stakeholder EngagementPartner with commercial and delivery teams to qualify opportunities and shape compelling AI propositionsAct as a trusted advisor in workshops, discovery sessions, and solution design discussionsSupport RFI/RFP responses and client presentations with clear, credible technical directionSolution Architecture & DeliveryDesign enterprise-ready Data & AI architectures using modern cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)Architect RAG-based GenAI solutions, chatbots, and autonomous/agentic workflowsSelect appropriate models, frameworks, orchestration tools, and evaluation approachesEnsure solutions are secure, scalable, observable, and production-readyTechnical Leadership & InnovationLead and mentor teams of AI and software engineersDrive best practices across MLOps / LLMOps, governance, and AI observabilityContribute to reusable accelerators, reference architectures, and go-to-market offeringsWhat We’re Looking For:Essential Experience & Skills:Proven experience architecting solutions across Generative AI, Agentic AI, ML, and automationStrong understanding of: Prompt engineering RAG pipelines Model fine-tuning (supervised / unsupervised) MLOps / LLMOps and AI observabilityHands-on experience building enterprise RAG solutions using LLMs (e.g. OpenAI, Llama, Mistral, Claude) and vector databases (Pinecone, Weaviate, FAISS, etc.)Practical experience with GenAI frameworks such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, and agentic frameworks like AutoGen, CrewAI, LangGraphStrong Python expertise with AI/ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow) and NLP librariesExperience deploying AI solutions on at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP)Solid software engineering foundations for building scalable, maintainable systemsExperience leading or guiding teams of AI / software engineersConsulting & Communication:Strong stakeholder management and communication skillsComfortable translating complex AI concepts into clear business valueExperience supporting proposals, bids, and client presentationsWhy Apply?Work on meaningful, enterprise-scale AI transformation programmesShape AI strategy and architecture, not just build proofs of conceptHigh visibility, senior-level role with real influenceContinuous exposure to modern AI tooling, frameworks, and delivery modelsStrong investment in learning, innovation, and professional development