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Cybersecurity Architect

Job ID
490347
Veröffentlicht seit
13-end-2026
Organisation
Foundational Technologies
Tätigkeitsbereich
Cybersecurity
Unternehmen
Siemens plc
Erfahrungsniveau
not defined
Beschäftigungsart
Vollzeit
Arbeitsmodell
Hybrid (Mobiles Arbeiten/ Arbeiten vor Ort)
Vertragsart
Unbefristet
Standort(e)
  • Manchester - Manchester - Vereinigtes Königreich
As a Cybersecurity Architect, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and strengthening the cybersecurity posture of the organization. The Cybersecurity Architect translates governance intent into actionable, measurable, and technically feasible security designs. Be the go-to expert to set the technical “how” behind the governance “what.” The Cybersecurity Architect ensures our distributed Cybersecurity Officers operate from one consistent playbook in alignment with the Siemens Enterprise Cybersecurity Architecture principles.
You’ll make an impact by
The Cybersecurity Architect serves as the technical backbone and content authority for cybersecurity across Foundational Technologies (FT), collaborating with the Chief Cybersecurity Officer on strategy, enabling cybersecurity officers to enforce governance, and guiding technical project managers to implement a consistent security baseline across all units
Driving the adoption and implementation of NIST CSF v2.0 towards FT’s target maturity level by defining actionable, technically sound baselines and patterns
Translating Siemens Corporate Cybersecurity standards (e.g., SC236) into FT-specific architecture and technical controls, ensuring consistency across cloud, on-premise, and research environments
Developing and maintaining the FT cybersecurity baseline, defining the minimum technical requirements for asset management, vulnerability management, and incident response
Identifying and addressing content or integration gaps between Corporate Cybersecurity and FT departmental services to improve alignment and reduce redundancies
Creating and maintaining a technical security backlog and roadmap, ensuring continuous improvement of FT’s cybersecurity posture.
Acting as the technical liaison to Corporate Cybersecurity architects
Partnering with Cybersecurity Officers across FT units to enable consistent implementation and measurement of the security baseline
Supporting key initiatives in asset discovery, vulnerability remediation, and incident management, including architecture reviews and tool enablement
Representing FT on relevant internal cybersecurity architecture forums

You excel in
Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CCSK, GDSA, or SABSA SCP are a plus
Confirmed long term experience in cybersecurity architecture and strategy
Ideally, you have already worked in engineering, R&D or administration/operation of IT/OT
Validated hands-on implementation experience with cybersecurity controls across the technology stack, including on-premise, edge, cloud (AWS and Azure)
Confirmed professional experience in information security with sound knowledge in risk, vulnerability, and incident management and reporting
Must have previous experience with supporting as technical lead Vulnerability Management programs
Solid understanding of NIST CSF v2.0 and cybersecurity maturity models
Experience working with cross-functional teams including product architects and infrastructure managers to handle operational cybersecurity risks
Ability to identify security gaps and define actionable roadmaps
Familiarity with corporate cybersecurity frameworks and enterprise risk management
Collaborative and communicative, able to work across departments and with senior leadership
Fluent in English (German is a plus)
You are much more than your qualifications, and we believe in the potential of every single candidate. We look forward to getting to know you!
About us
Foundational Technologies (FT) provides the technical foundation for Siemens Xcelerator on our journey towards becoming ONE Technology Company. The FT CYS (Cybersecurity) organization is responsible for realizing a unified strategy of achieving industry-grade security for FT services by improving the cybersecurity posture of FT. The FT CYS strategy is in alignment with Siemens’ overall cybersecurity strategy and based on industry-standards like the NIST CSF v2, ISO 27001, and IEC 62443.
What we offer you
An attractive remuneration package
Hybrid Working: Achieve a balanced work-life balance with our flexible working arrangements
Pension Plan: Secure your future with our generous pension scheme, with employer contributions up to 10%.
Time Off: Recharge and rejuvenate with 26 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), and the option to buy or sell an additional 5 days.
We are fully committed to providing equal opportunities and building an inclusive workplace where a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives thrive. We embrace the many ways people think, learn, and experience the world—because we know that a diverse set of minds drive innovation. So that we can support you to be your best during the application and interview process, please let us know if you have any specific requirements.