Endpoint Security Architect (EDR) - Contract

Rate: £525 per day outside IR35
Contract Length: 9-12 months (initial 3-month rolling contracts)
Location: Fully Remote UK

We are seeking an experienced Security Architect to join a large-scale transformation programme, focusing on Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) strategy, vendor assessment, and discovery activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a security professional with a strong architectural background to help shape and drive EDR capabilities within a complex enterprise environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead EDR strategy, discovery, and architecture initiatives.
• Assess and evaluate the current vendor landscape and provide recommendations.
• Define target-state security architecture and roadmap for endpoint protection.
• Engage with technical and business stakeholders to gather requirements and align security objectives.
• Support vendor selection, proof-of-concept activities, and technology assessments.
• Provide architectural guidance and best practices across endpoint security solutions.

Required Experience

• Proven experience as a Security Architect, Enterprise Security Architect, or similar role.
• Strong expertise in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) technologies.
• Hands-on knowledge of the following platforms:
• Experience conducting vendor evaluations, technology assessments, and strategic discovery engagements.
  • Microsoft Defender
  • Trend Micro
  • CrowdStrike
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience within the Telecommunications sector.
• Experience working on large-scale security transformation programmes.