Enterprise Security Architect

Location: London (hybrid working 3 office days per week)

Employment Type: Permanent, full time

Additional Benefits: Annual Bonus, Cash-Car Allowance & Private Medical Insurance

Think the AA is just about roadside assistance? Think again.

For over a century, we've been evolving and adapting. Today, as the nation's leading motoring organisation, we offer a wide range of products and services to millions of customers. From roadside assistance to home and motor insurance, and the latest driving technologies, we have it all. As we continue to expand, diversify, and modernise, joining us as an Enterprise Security Architect means you'll play a crucial role in our success and be part of this exciting motoring journey.

Our Chief Operating Office (COO) are the backbone of The AA, providing both stability and structure to support growth and innovation. We are the drivers of change.

This is the job

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for cybersecurity and architecture? Do you thrive on engaging with senior stakeholders and shaping enterprise-wide security strategies? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

We're looking for an Enterprise Security Architect to lead the design and assurance of our security systems across a major transformation portfolio. This is a pivotal role where you'll partner directly with our Chief Architect and CIO as well as senior leaders across the organisation to ensure we are secure by design and commercially aligned.

What will I be doing?

• Shape Strategy:Define and drive our security architecture strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals and transformation initiatives.
• Lead Design:Architect secure, scalable, and innovative solutions across cloud and on-prem environments, with a focus on Zero Trust and Azure.
• Engage Stakeholders:Collaborate with senior leaders, including CxOs, to influence and embed security into every stage of the delivery lifecycle.
• Governance & Assurance:Lead design authorities, promote architectural standards, and ensure compliance with frameworks like ISO 27001, NIST, and GDPR.
• Drive Innovation:Stay ahead of emerging threats and technologies and bring fresh thinking to how we protect our systems and data.

What do I need?

• Stakeholder Engagement: Proven ability to influence and collaborate with senior decision-makers.
• Security & Strategy Expertise: Strong background in IT security, with experience in architecture strategy and design.
• CISSP Certification: Highly desirable, especially with ISSAP or similar specialisations.
• Architecture Design: Hands-on experience developing and implementing security architecture frameworks.
• Communication: Clear, confident communicator across all levels, from engineers to executives.

Additional information

We're always looking to recognise and reward our employees for the work they do. As a valued member of The AA team, you'll have access to a range of benefits including:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + holiday buying scheme
• Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution
• Free AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friends
• Discounts on AA products including car and home insurance
• Employee discount scheme that gives you access to a car salary sacrifice scheme plus great discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and more
• Company funded life assurance
• Diverse learning and development opportunities to support you to progress in your career
• Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family

Plus, so much more!

We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. The AA values diversity and the difference this brings to our culture and our customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered to be your best and feel like you truly belong. We have five communities to bring together people with shared characteristics and backgrounds and drive positive change.