Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Cyber Security Architect to lead the development of an Enterprise Architecture (EA) Plan encompassing Data, Application, Technology, and Security domains. The successful candidate will play a key role in aligning IT infrastructure and applications with business goals, ensuring architectural consistency, and driving digital transformation. The ideal candidate is proficient in frameworks like TOGAF and GWEA and has a strong track record of delivering enterprise-level IT strategies.

Data Architecture

This component ensures data is treated as a strategic asset by:



Defining enterprise data models, sources, and data flows across systems and business units and is fundamental to creating a unified and efficient data environment that supports informed decision-making. By establishing robust data governance and quality standards, organisations can ensure the accuracy, consistency, and trustworthiness of their data, which is crucial for maintaining operational integrity and building stakeholder confidence.



Furthermore, it is essential to consider data security and privacy, ensuring that all practices comply with relevant legislative and regulatory frameworks, thereby safeguarding sensitive information and upholding the organisation's legal and ethical responsibilities.

Application Architecture

This domain supports operational efficiency and system coherence by:



Identifying key applications and their functionalities in relation to business needs and is essential for ensuring that technology investments directly support organisational objectives and operational efficiency. To maximise value, it is important to ensure application integration and interoperability, enabling seamless information flow and collaboration across departments and systems.



Effective management of the application lifecycle from procurement and implementation to ongoing maintenance and eventual retirement, ensures that applications remain aligned with evolving business requirements, optimising performance while minimising risks and costs associated with outdated or redundant systems.

Technology Architecture

This component provides the technical foundation upon which systems operate by:



Defining OBP's technology platforms, infrastructure, and network requirements is crucial for building a robust and reliable foundation that supports current operations and future growth. By establishing clear technology standards and architectural guidelines, OBP will ensure scalability and sustainability, enabling systems to adapt efficiently to changing demands while maintaining consistency, security, and performance across the entire technology environment.

Security Architecture

This domain safeguards organisational data and IT assets through:



Identifying potential security threats and vulnerabilities within the current IT environment and is essential to proactively safeguard organisational assets and maintain operational integrity. Implementing appropriate security controls and risk mitigation measures, aligned with industry best practices, helps to reduce exposure to cyber risks and ensures a resilient defence against evolving threats.



Additionally, ensuring data protection and privacy compliance by adhering to national and industry-specific regulations is critical for protecting sensitive information, maintaining stakeholder trust, and avoiding legal and financial penalties.