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As the IT Architect - Enterprise Workplace, you will play a critical role in defining and implementing solutions for user environments. You will work closely with key stakeholders across the organization to understand business requirements, assess current IT capabilities, and develop a roadmap for achieving our architectural objectives. This role requires a collaborative approach to address challenges in endpoint management, including hardware validation, software deployment, and overall security.
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As the IT Architect - Enterprise Workplace, you will play a critical role in defining and implementing solutions for user environments. You will work closely with key stakeholders across the organization to understand business requirements, assess current IT capabilities, and develop a roadmap for achieving our architectural objectives. This role requires a collaborative approach to address challenges in endpoint management, including hardware validation, software deployment, and overall security.
Key Job Responsibilities
* Technical Standards: Define and maintain technical standards for user environments (Windows, macOS, Linux).
* Reference Images and Configurations: Develop and document reference images, standard configurations, and associated tools.
* Architecture Design: Design modular, secure, and scalable architecture tailored to various user profiles.
* Automation: Automate OS and application deployment, configuration, and update processes.
* CI/CD Pipelines: Design and implement CI/CD pipelines for packaging and distributing software to endpoints.
* Operational Collaboration: Work closely with Operation teams to ensure operational availability and compliance of endpoints.
* Hardware Catalogs: Define hardware reference catalogs (workstations, laptops, smartphones, etc.).
* Lifecycle Strategies: Contribute to long-term lifecycle strategies: procurement, renewal, recycling, and sustainability.
* IT Architecture Assessment: Assess current IT architecture and identify opportunities for improvement and optimization.
* Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with Business stakeholders to understand and prioritize strategic objectives and requirements. Animate the functional Workplace team with members from various departments to shape the future of endpoint devices and improve management processes.
* Industry Trends: Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to inform architectural decisions and recommendations.
Qualifications
* Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
* Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in workplace architecture or endpoint management roles.
* International Experience: Previous experience in international and multi-site environments is highly desirable.
* Technical Skills: Strong experience in Windows and macOS environments (Linux is a plus). Proficiency with deployment and endpoint management tools (e.g., Microsoft Intune, SCCM, JAMF) Scripting and automation skills (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) are a strong asset.
* Security Knowledge: Solid understanding of security standards and modern endpoint architecture (e.g., Zero Trust, encryption, EDR).
* ITIL Processes: Knowledge of ITIL processes, particularly asset and configuration management.
* Compliance Frameworks: Experience working in environments subject to compliance frameworks such as ISO/IEC 27001 or SOC 2 is highly valued.
* Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and strong leadership and project management skills.
What we offer?
* Competitive salary commensurate with experience
* Highly attractive bonus scheme
* Hybrid model and flexible working with up to 2 days at home
* Initial 22 days annual leave with future increases, complemented by a flexible buying and selling holiday program
* Company pension with generous employer contribution
* Wellbeing Unmind app - puts you in control of your mental health
* A flexible benefits platform with numerous discount schemes - gym membership, restaurants, cinema tickets, and much more!
* Regular social club events, spontaneous reward events throughout the year
* Flexible Private Medical & Dental care programs
* Sponsorship of visas/comprehensive relocation packages
* Bank Holiday Swap - our holiday swap program allows you to change it for another day of your choice!
* Relaxed dress code policy
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Learning and Development
Our culture of learning and complementary approach to supported or self-guided career development, enables the design of tailored courses to suit specific needs our employees to aid personal growth in areas related to technical, commercial and personal skills, via an extensive suite of developed courses, managed through our own Learning Hub.
We Care about the Environment
We encourage and actively support a strong sense of community, through volunteering and various company initiatives, as well as a strong company commitment to protecting our environment through sustainable solutions, energy saving and waste reduction enterprises.
Qualifications
* Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
* Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in workplace architecture or endpoint management roles.
* International Experience: Previous experience in international and multi-site environments is highly desirable.
* Technical Skills: Strong experience in Windows and macOS environments (Linux is a plus). Proficiency with deployment and endpoint management tools (e.g., Microsoft Intune, SCCM, JAMF) Scripting and automation skills (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) are a strong asset.
* Security Knowledge: Solid understanding of security standards and modern endpoint architecture (e.g., Zero Trust, encryption, EDR).
* ITIL Processes: Knowledge of ITIL processes, particularly asset and configuration management.
* Compliance Frameworks: Experience working in environments subject to compliance frameworks such as ISO/IEC 27001 or SOC 2 is highly valued.
* Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and strong leadership and project management skills.
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