Architect (2026)

Permanent

IT

Letterkenny, County Donegal, Ireland

Job Details

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Role: Architect 
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Letterkenny GDC

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity in a leading global technology consultancy organization?

Join Tata Consultancy Services as a Cyber Security Architect and be part of an exciting growth opportunity in Cyber Security!

Careers at TCS: It means more.
TCS is a purpose-led transformation company, built on belief. We do not just help businesses to transform through technology. We support them in making a meaningful difference to the people and communities they serve - our clients include some of the biggest brands in the UK and worldwide. For you, it means more to make an impact that matters, through challenging projects which demand ambitious innovation and thought leadership.
  • Be part of an exciting and diverse cyber capability with talent located across the globe where you will be challenged every day and exposed to leading edge up to the minute technology advances.
  • Work with the wider TCS Cyber team to identify new business opportunities.
  • Work with your assigned customers to support their strategy and improve their processes across functions.
The Role 

As a Cyber Security Architect , you will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing a robust security architecture that ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive data. This senior-level position requires deep expertise in security architecture, risk management, and compliance frameworks, as well as the ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security into every aspect of the system development life cycle (SDLC).

Key responsibilities:    
  • Lead the design and implementation of a secure architecture, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and organizational security policies.
  • Develop and maintain security architecture artifacts (e.g., models, templates, standards) that guide security decisions throughout the project.  Ensure that the security architecture integrates seamlessly with the existing IT and business architecture.
  • Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential security risks.
  • Develop and maintain threat models to anticipate and mitigate potential threats, ensuring that security controls are implemented effectively. 
  • Ensure that the security architecture complies with relevant regulations and standards, including ISO 27001, NIS2, DORA NIST, SOC 2, and GDPR. 
  • Integrate security into all phases of the software development life cycle, from initial design through deployment and ongoing maintenance. 
  • Work closely with the development, DevOps, and QA teams to ensure that security requirements are incorporated into the design and coding practices.
  • Conduct secure code reviews and collaborate with Application Security Specialists to ensure that applications are developed securely.
  • Oversee the implementation of security monitoring and incident response capabilities, ensuring that the system is monitored for security events in Realtime. 
  • Collaborate with the Security Operations Center (SOC) and Incident Response teams to ensure that security incidents are detected and responded to promptly and effectively.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the security team, guiding engineers, and analysts in security best practices. 
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, development, operations, and business units, to ensure that security is embedded in all aspects of the project. 
  • Lead security related discussions with senior management and stakeholders, providing expert advice on security risks and strategies.
  • Stay current with the latest security trends, technologies, and threats, and continuously seek opportunities to improve the security architecture and practices. 
  • Prepare and present security reports to senior management, highlighting key security metrics, risks, and recommendations.

Your Profile 
Key skills/knowledge/experience: 
  • Extensive experience in designing and implementing security architectures for complex systems, preferably in financial services or similar industries.
  • Proven track record of integrating security into the SDLC and working with development and operations teams.
  • Proficient in risk management, threat modeling, and secure coding practices.
  • Relevant certifications such as CCIE, CISSP, TOGAF, SABSA, or equivalent are highly desirable.
  • Deep understanding of security frameworks, standards, and regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, GDPR).
  • Strong technical knowledge of security technologies, including firewalls, encryption, IAM/PAM, SIEM, VAPT, Application Security and EDR.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex security concepts to technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
  • Strong leadership and project management skills, with the ability to lead cross functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
Good to have:
  
Preferred certifications:
SC-200 Security Operations Analyst Associate
AZ-500 - Azure Security Engineer Associate

 Rewards & Benefits
TCS is consistently voted a Top Employer in the UK&I and globally. Our competitive salary packages feature generous annual bonus, pension, health care and life assurance with access to extensive training resources and discounts within the larger Tata network.  

Diversity, Inclusion & Wellbeing
At TCS, we believe in building and sustaining a culture of equity and belonging where everyone can thrive. Our diversity motto is ‘Inclusion without Exception’. 

You’ll find a welcoming culture and many internal volunteering and social networks to join. Our diversity, inclusion and social activities include LGBTQ+ and mental health networks, as well as health and wellness initiatives and sports events (we even sponsor the London Marathon). 

We are open to all and treat applications equally, regardless of ethnicity, disability, gender, age, sexual orientation, or beliefs. 

If you are an applicant who needs accommodation due to a disability to complete an employment application, or during any phase of the hiring process, please contact us at jennifer.long@tcs.com with the subject line: “Disability Accommodation Request”. 

Due to the high volume of applications, we will be unable to contact each applicant individually on the status of their application. If you have not received a direct response within 30 days, then it should be deemed unsuccessful on this occasion. 

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