Location: Staffordshire Job Type: Permanent Industry: Cloud & Infrastructure Job reference: BBBH429182_1769945470 Posted: 1 day ago
DDaT - Digital, Data & Technology Architect
IT Architect - Staffordshire | Hybrid | NPPV3 Vetting Required
£63,522 + Excellent / Extensive Benefits & Working Environment
Domains: Infrastructure * Networking * Microsoft * Security * Data * Software * Applications * Communications
About the Role:
Our government client is seeking a forward‑thinking IT Architect with strong capability across Networks, Microsoft technologies, Applications, Software and Infrastructure. You'll join a high-performing Architecture function driving major transformation projects and shaping future enterprise solutions.
This role involves a blend of solution design, architectural governance, technical leadership, and creative problem‑solving - ideal for someone who enjoys influencing strategy while still being hands-on.
Vetting Requirements:
NPPV Level 3 and Management Vetting are mandatory before starting. Vetting will begin immediately upon acceptance of an offer.
Who We're Looking For
While proven architectural experience (HLD/LLD/TDA) is preferred, the client is open to strong mid‑level candidates ready to progress into broader architectural responsibilities.
You must demonstrate experience contributing to architecture teams and designing "fit for purpose" solutions.
As part of the interview, you will be asked to deliver a short presentation showcasing your architectural approach, processes, and outputs.
Key Technical Skills:
Experience across several of the following is expected:
1. Networking & Network Security (Cisco, HP)
2. Firewalls, Gateways, Threat & Vulnerability Management
3. Mobile, Remote & GIS-based solutions
4. Software Development, Integration & Databases
5. Microsoft Security, Entra ID, Azure AD, Azure, MFA
6. O365 / M365 / D365
7. Virtualisation & Enterprise Applications
Certifications such as ITIL, TOGAF, Microsoft, Cisco or VMware are desirable but not essential.
What You'll Be Doing:
As part of the Architecture Team, you will:
8. Contribute creative thinking and technical leadership across solution designs
9. Own detailed software and infrastructure design within enterprise solutions
10. Provide SME input into impact assessments and high‑level costing
11. Maintain documentation describing current and future application and system landscapes
12. Assess how new legislation impacts technology standards
13. Ensure architectural coherence, reuse, integration and alignment across programmes
14. Support delivery teams to implement the right components in the right way
15. Present architecture outputs to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders
16. Define and govern infrastructure standards and capabilities across the organisation
Email or Call ASAP on 0121 712 8715
Email or Call ASAP on 0121 712 8715