Role sheet · Engineering
Security Architect
معماري الأمن السيبراني
Designs the security architecture of government systems, ensuring security is embedded from the idea, not bolted on after the build.
Tasks changing in this role, 2026–2030
An illustrative development reference, not a job description or a requirement.
- Designing security controls for AI systemsGrowingCybersecurityAI & Data
- Moving from reviewing finished designs to security by designShiftingCybersecurityAgile Delivery
- Assessing the security of suppliers and cloud servicesGrowingCybersecurityCloud & Infra
A sample work product that shows the skill
A threat model for one service identifying risks, controls and an owner for each.
Core responsibilities
- Set security architecture and standards (zero trust, encryption, identity) for systems and services.
- Assess risks of new designs and review solutions before approval.
- Translate regulatory and national requirements into implementable technical controls.
Target level in each domain
Editorial estimateWhat is usually expected of someone in this role, as a guide for a development conversation, not for performance appraisal.
- AI & DataApplication (2 of 4)
- CybersecurityLeadership (4 of 4)
- Cloud & InfraProficiency (3 of 4)
- Service DesignAwareness (1 of 4)
- Policy & GovernanceProficiency (3 of 4)
- Agile DeliveryApplication (2 of 4)
- Emerging TechApplication (2 of 4)
- LeadershipApplication (2 of 4)
Matching SFIA skill codes
An editorial, indicative mapping.
SCTYARCHINASBURM