Join a team at the heart of the global economy! The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) and Inspire People are partnering to bring an exciting opportunity for a Lead Security Architect to deliver secure designs and drive secure innovation at scale, blending architecture, cyber security policy and risk strategy to unlock the safe use of emerging technologies. Salary range £59,634 to £79,133 (including allowances) plus excellent Civil Service benefits and over 28% pension contribution. Flexible, hybrid working from London, Cardiff, Darlington, Belfast, Birmingham, Salford and Edinburgh.About the roleThe Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has a clear mission - to grow the economy. Their role is to help businesses invest, grow and export to create jobs and opportunities right across the country.Lead Security Architects play a key role in designing and delivering secure digital solutions across DBT, ensuring alignment with the department''s security standards and risk appetite. You will work closely with Principal Security Architects and stakeholders to embed security throughout project life cycles, supporting the safe use of emerging technologies and balancing business needs with cyber risk.This role combines hands-on architecture, risk management and policy oversight, while also guiding and mentoring other security professionals. You''ll collaborate across diverse teams, communicate complex risks clearly, and contribute to shaping DBT''s secure architecture in line with