Salary: £28,600 - 33,800 per year Requirements: Proven experience in a Technical Architect or Senior Infrastructure Architect role Strong experience producing high-level designs (HLDs) and low-level designs (LLDs) VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) expertise NSX-T knowledge, including overlay networking and micro-segmentation Familiarity with data centre network security and firewall technologies Understanding of routing and switching fundamentals and enterprise network design Proficient in identity and access management, including Active Directory and ADFS Experience with Windows Server and Linux operating systems Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences Comfortable providing technical leadership and design assurance across multiple workstreams Pragmatic, delivery-focused mindset with attention to detail Desired Competencies: Knowledge of hybrid cloud or multi-cloud architectures Understanding of automation and infrastructure as code concepts Familiarity with security architecture and zero trust principles Experience working in large enterprise or regulated environments Responsibilities: Lead the end-to-end technical design of infrastructure solutions, from high-level architecture through to low-level implementation designs Define and maintain architecture standards, patterns, and best practices across the estate Design and oversee solutions based on VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), including compute, storage, and lifecycle management Architect and provide deep technical input on NSX-T, including overlay networking and distributed firewalling Design secure network architectures covering firewalling, routing, and switching across data centre and hybrid environments Provide architectural oversight of enterprise identity solutions, ensuring secure authentication and authorisation models Design and support Windows and Linux server platforms, including core infrastructure services and integrations Produce and maintain high-quality HLDs, LLDs, and supporting technical documentation Act as a technical authority during delivery, supporting engineers and resolving complex technical issues Engage with stakeholders to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions Ensure solutions align with security, compliance, and operational requirements Technologies: Active Directory Architect Cloud Firewall Support Linux Network Security VMware Windows More: We are seeking an experienced Technical Architect to design, govern, and deliver secure, resilient, and scalable infrastructure solutions based in Corsham. This role involves providing technical leadership across virtualisation, networking, security, and identity platforms, closely collaborating with delivery teams and stakeholders. We offer a competitive rate of circa £575 per day inside IR35 for a contract lasting approximately three months. Successful applicants will need DV clearance prior to appointment. We pride ourselves on our professional environment and commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. last updated 4 week of 2026