Role: Data ArchitectClient: Defence Rate: Up to £650/day (Inside IR35) Location: Portsmouth Navy, Davenport, Solihull or Hampshire. Primarily work from home, 1-2 per month in the office. Duration: 3-6 months initially Clearance: BPSS required, SC Preferred We are seeking an experienced Data Architect with active SC Clearance to join a high-impact programme within a government or defence environment. This role offers flexible working and the opportunity to shape enterprise-level data architecture across complex systems. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance data architectures Develop data models, standards, and governance frameworks Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders to align data strategy with business needs Ensure data solutions comply with regulatory and security standards Support the development of data pipelines, warehouses, and analytics platforms Requirements Proven experience as a Data Architect in secure or defence related environments. Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and modern data technologies. IBM Maximo would also be a nice to have. Experience with data governance, modelling, and integration across enterprise systems. Excellent stakeholder engagement and documentation skills To Apply: Please submit your CV, availability, and current clearance status. Early applications are encouraged due to the urgent start date.