Hire an offshore security architect to design security in from the start
What our offshore security architects do
Security architecture
Reference architectures, patterns and standards engineers can reuse.
Zero trust
Identity-centric access, segmentation and device trust across hybrid estates.
Cloud architecture
Landing zones, guardrails and secure designs on AWS and Azure.
Design reviews
Threat models and sign-off for new systems, suppliers and integrations.
Roadmaps
Prioritised security roadmaps tied to risk, budget and frameworks.
Governance
Architecture decision records and exceptions managed through your design authority.
Typical work: a zero-trust roadmap, a secure cloud landing zone, security review of a new product or acquisition, rationalising overlapping security tools, and mentoring your engineers. Architects work best with named UK stakeholders who own the decisions.
Tools and platforms our security architects use
| Area | Tools and frameworks |
|---|---|
| Frameworks | SABSA, TOGAF, NIST CSF 2.0, NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework, CIS Controls |
| Cloud | AWS Well-Architected Security Pillar, Microsoft Cybersecurity Reference Architectures |
| Certifications | CISSP, CCSP, SABSA SCF, AWS Security Specialty, Microsoft SC-100 |
Cost of an offshore security architect vs a UK hire
| Option | Figure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| UK security architect (salary) | £75,000 / £85,000 / £100,000 | 25th / 50th / 75th percentile, IT Jobs Watch, 782 UK permanent job ads, six months to 26 Sep 2026 |
| UK employer cost at the median | ≈ £8,195 a month | Salary + 15% employer NICs above £5,000 + minimum auto-enrolment pension; excludes recruitment, equipment, training and office |
| TalentDock offshore security architect | From £2295 a month | All-in: employment, payroll, benefits, managed equipment, security controls, HR and replacement cover |
Architects are senior hires, so TalentDock quotes each role individually once scope and seniority are clear. Indicative pricing; senior and lead specialists are quoted individually. See cyber security salaries in the UK and offshore cybersecurity cost.
How to hire a offshore security architect
1 · Brief us
Tools, scope, hours and any compliance requirements; we confirm an all-in monthly price.
2 · Technical assessment
Architecture case study: design and present a secure target state for a sample organisation, including trade-offs.
3 · Background checks
Police clearance certificate, employment references and certification checks before any offer.
4 · Your interview
You run your own technical interview and choose.
5 · Secure onboarding
Managed laptop, access through your identity provider with MFA and least privilege, NDA and confidentiality terms.
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Why hire through TalentDock
Dedicated, full-time
Works only on your environment, in your tools, tickets and runbooks.
Extended coverage
Sri Lanka is 4.5-5.5 hours ahead of the UK, so shifts can start before your day and finish after it.
Secure by design
Managed encrypted devices, MFA, access you control and revoke, and UK GDPR transfer paperwork.
No recruitment fee
One monthly fee with replacement cover if someone leaves.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an offshore security architect cost?
Senior architects are quoted individually. As a benchmark, a UK security architect on the £85,000 median costs about £8,195 a month to employ.
Do we need a full-time security architect?
Organisations with active cloud or product programmes usually do. Smaller firms often start with a security engineer and bring in architecture support as they grow.
Can an offshore architect lead our security strategy?
They can design and drive it, but accountability for security risk should sit with a named UK leader or board member.
Do you have cloud security architects?
Yes; most candidates specialise in AWS or Azure.
How do you control what an offshore security architect can access?
Access is granted through your own identity provider with MFA and least privilege, logged, and revocable by you at any time. Devices are company-managed and encrypted.
Can an offshore security architect hold UK security clearance?
Generally no. UK SC and DV vetting normally require several years of UK residence, so clearance-bound roles should stay UK-based. Offshore specialists suit commercial environments without that requirement.
IT Jobs Watch, UK permanent job-advert salary statistics, six months to 26 September 2026; HMRC employer National Insurance rates; TalentDock pricing, September 2026.
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