About The Role

FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Cyber Security Architect- Genomics/Data Security to work within the cyber security and data protection domain. This is initially a 4‑month contract, with the potential to extend, and will be a hybrid role based in London.

The role will focus on the design of secure target‑state architectures to support the storage, handling and protection of highly confidential genomics data. This is a hands‑on architectural position requiring strong technical expertise, stakeholder influence and experience working in complex data‑centric environments.

Responsibilities:

Develop end‑to‑end target state security architectures aligned to organisational strategy and regulatory requirements
Define security principles, patterns and guardrails for data‑centric systems across cloud, on‑prem and hybrid environments
Design solutions covering data classification, handling, encryption, tokenisation and key management
Lead the creation of data security architectural roadmaps, outlining current, target and transitional states
Conduct data‑focused threat modelling using recognised methodologies (e.g. STRIDE, MITRE ATT&CK)
Identify data‑specific threats, vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies
Provide technical security advisory input and support architectural governance
Contribute to the development and extension of data security standards and risk taxonomies

About You

Proven experience as a Cyber Security Architect, Data Security Architect, or similar senior role
Strong background designing security architectures for highly confidential or sensitive data
Demonstrable experience producing data security roadmaps and architectural documentation
Strong experience conducting data‑centric threat modelling
Solid knowledge of cloud security architectures (Azure, AWS or GCP)
Expertise in encryption, tokenisation, pseudonymisation and key management solutions
Strong understanding of identity and access management and data governance controls
Familiarity with security and compliance frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR or similar
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical risk into business impact
Comfortable working in fast‑paced, ambiguous delivery environments

Desirable:

Security or architecture certifications (e.g. CISSP, CCSP, SABSA, TOGAF)
Experience with zero‑trust or data‑centric security principles
Knowledge of large‑scale data platforms, data lakes or API‑driven architectures

About Us

FDM is an award-winning global leader in tech and business talent solutions, backed by more than 35 years of industry experience. We have centres across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 2500 employees. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer, currently listed on the FTSE4Good Index and as a 2026 Financial Times UK ‘Best Employer’.

Diversity and Inclusion

FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

Why join us

Career coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career
Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad
Opportunity to re-skill and up-skill into new areas, develop non-linear career paths and build a skillset within your field
Annual leave and work-place pension

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