Due to the sensitive nature of the work, candidates must hold active enhanced DV (eDV) clearance to be considered for this position.
An AWS Cloud Solution Architect is required to join a leading IT Consultancy delivering secure cloud solutions for high-profile government and national security clients. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, mission-critical programmes, helping organisations modernise their technology platforms through cloud-first architecture and innovative solution design.
You will play a key role in shaping and delivering end-to-end cloud architectures, combining modern AWS services with commercial technologies and bespoke platforms to solve complex technical challenges. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you’ll translate client requirements into scalable, secure solutions that support long-term operational needs.
As an AWS Cloud Solution Architect, you will lead solution design across the full lifecycle, from early discovery and technical strategy through to delivery and implementation. You’ll collaborate with architects, developers, project managers and stakeholders to ensure solutions meet both business objectives and stringent security and regulatory standards.
Requirements:
* Strong experience designing and delivering cloud-based architectures in enterprise or government environments
* Deep knowledge of AWS cloud services, with hands-on experience designing scalable and secure cloud platforms
* Experience translating business and technical requirements into clear architectural designs and solution strategies
* Good understanding of modern architecture patterns including microservices, containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes) and event-driven systems
* Experience integrating cloud-native applications with commercial off-the-shelf technologies
* Strong stakeholder engagement skills, able to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
* Experience supporting technical proposals, architecture reviews, and solution governance activities
Active enhanced DV (eDV) security clearance is essential for this role.
They are offering a salary of up to £100,000 depending on experience, and great benefits, along with the opportunity to work on highly secure, nationally significant technology programmes. Due to the sensitive nature of the work, the role will involve onsite work (approx. 4 days per week) at client locations in London or South West of England.
To apply for this AWS Cloud Solution Architect role, please send your CV to Jennifer Palmer at IT Recruitment Solutions.