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Position ID: J0925-0781
Lead Architect (DV Security Clearance)
Category: Business Consulting, Strategy and Digital Transformation
Main location: United Kingdom, England - South East, Reading
Employment Type: Full Time
Overview
At CGI, we are shaping the future of defence technology by delivering complex, high-value solutions that transform capability for the UK MOD. As Solution Lead, you will play a pivotal role in driving one of our most significant ICT bids, bringing technical excellence and leadership to a multi-£100M programme. Your contributions will influence the strategic direction of a landmark contract and ensure CGI is positioned at the forefront of delivering mission‑critical digital services.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the shaping and governance of CGI’s solution and bid deliverables
* Build strong collaborative relationships with our partner and Defence stakeholders
* Provide technical leadership across CGI’s bid team and wider solution areas
* Apply disciplined systems architecture and integration practices
* Review solution effort, costs, and competitiveness to ensure value for money
* Contribute expertise across domains including managed applications, workplace services, hosting, networks, security, and testing
* Represent CGI in solution design discussions covering enterprise systems, cloud hosting, and service processes
Required Qualifications
* Proven experience leading solutions on major ICT programmes and bids
* Strong background in Defence and Enterprise Business Systems
* Expertise in architecture, design processes, and systems integration
* Ability to review and contribute across areas including Windows/Server Core Apps, Network Design, Firewall, Cloud Hosting
* Demonstrated ability to provide technical leadership and assurance in multi‑party environments
Beneficial to Have
* Knowledge of VMware Cloud Foundation (NSX, vRealize, ARIA)
* Experience with Defence networking and workplace applications (Teams, SharePoint)
* Familiarity with storage, backup, application integration, and packaging
Skills
* Bid Management
* Solution Design
* Solutions Architecture
Benefits
Competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, and a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching). We are committed to inclusivity and provide opportunities for growth across a globally recognised consulting firm.
Security Clearance
Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance.
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