Job Description

We're looking for an Information Security Architect to support the Chief Information Security Officer in managing and reducing information security risks across Technology Services.

This role is key to enabling the secure delivery of AJ Bell's technology and business change. You'll lead on designing and implementing security controls, while working closely with colleagues to ensure security is embedded into everything we do.

Key responsibilities

• Act as a subject matter expert on security best practice, ensuring confidentiality, integrity and availability of systems and data
• Design and implement enterprise security controls and platforms aligned to industry standards
• Support projects and change initiatives to ensure security is considered throughout
• Conduct security reviews of in-house and third-party solutions
• Support audit and due diligence activities
• Collaborate with Information Security, Infrastructure and Architecture teams to define security standards
• Act as a key link between the CISO and business/technology teams to embed security across the organisation

Technical skills

• Experience implementing enterprise security platforms
• Strong knowledge across areas such as endpoint, cloud, network security, DevOps and security monitoring
• Understanding of secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC) practices
• Strong knowledge of information security risk management techniques
• Experience of governance, risk and compliance, ideally in financial services
• Knowledge of frameworks such as ISO27001, NIST, PCI DSS
• Awareness of the threat landscape and modern security controls
• Strong understanding of cloud security solutions and standards

Skills and experience

• Experience working within recognised security frameworks (e.g. ISO27001, NIST)
• Ideally 5+ years' experience in an information security role within financial services or e-commerce
• Strong understanding of core IT and networking concepts
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical topics for non-technical audiences
• High attention to detail and strong ownership of deliverables
• Confident challenging and improving security approaches
• Self-motivated, organised and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• CISSP (or equivalent) certification preferred

About AJ Bell

AJ Bell is one of the UK's fastest-growing investment platform businesses, providing award-winning solutions for everyone, from professional financial advisers to first-time investors.

Today, over 644,000 customers trust us to manage more than £103.3 billion of assets. By continually striving to make investing simpler and more accessible, we're helping more people take control of their financial futures.

We're proud to be recognised as one of the UK's Best 100 Companies to Work For for six consecutive years, and a Great Place to Work in 2025 and 2026 a reflection of our supportive and collaborative culture.

What we offer

• 26 days holiday, increasing with service + buy/sell scheme + bank holidays
• 7% Pension with matched contributions
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Share schemes (including free shares and BAYE)
• Health Cash Plan and discounted private healthcare
• Free onsite gym
• Enhanced family leave (subject to qualifying criteria)
• Travel and bike loan schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme

Life at AJ Bell

• Regular social events including summer and Christmas parties
• Learning and development opportunities tailored to you
• Casual dress code
• Friendly, supportive team environment

Our ways of working

We offer hybrid working, with a minimum of 50% of your working time per month spent in the office.

For new starters, there's an initial period of full-time office working to help you settle in and build relationships.

Inclusion & diversity

We're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and able to be themselves at work.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and make hiring decisions based on skills, experience and potential.