API Security architect

Duration: contract to run until 30/11/2026

Location: Knutsford, hybrid 3 days per week onsite

Rate: up to £762.86 p/d Umbrellainside IR35

We are looking for an API Security Architect to define, design, and oversee the implementation of enterprise‑grade API security architecture. The role ensures APIs are built securely, follow best‑practice standards, and align with organisational security and compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design end‑to‑end API security architecture across cloud and on‑premise environments.
• Define API security standards covering authentication, authorization, encryption, and threat protection.
• Lead architectural reviews, threat modelling, and risk assessments for API integrations.
• Select, architect, and optimize API gateways, WAFs, and security controls.
• Develop reference architectures and reusable security patterns for engineering teams...