Infrastructure Architect - SC Cleared (Hybrid, London)
Day Rate: £650 (Inside IR35)
Clearance: SC Cleared, Sole UK Nationals Only
Location: Hybrid - London
We are looking for an experienced Infrastructure Architect to join a high-profile programme delivering secure, enterprise-grade infrastructure solutions. This role requires a strong background in designing and implementing complex, secure environments aligned with industry best practices and compliance frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
* Produce High-Level and Low-Level Designs, build guides, and ensure solutions adhere to security principles such as Secure by Design and recognised frameworks.
* Design and oversee secure, multi-tenant data centre networks, advanced routing, and robust security postures.
* Architect private cloud platforms leveraging hyper-converged infrastructure and software-defined networking.
* Support modern application hosting platforms, containerisation, and messaging systems.
* Lead technical design workshops, act as subject matter expert for infrastructure, and ensure compliance with hardening standards.
* Drive Infrastructure as Code adoption for streamlined deployment and management.
Core Technical Expertise
* Modern data centre networking and routing protocols.
* Network security architecture and high-grade security devices.
* Private cloud and hyper-converged infrastructure.
* Software-defined networking and secure multi-tier environments.
* Senior-level Linux and Windows administration.
* Application platforms including containerisation and CI/CD.
Desirable Skills
* Advanced networking (EVPN/VXLAN).
* Automation and DevOps tools (Ansible, Terraform, CI/CD pipelines).
* Advanced security and observability solutions.
* Kubernetes and modern application/data platforms.
* Storage and GPU technologies.
Professional Requirements
* Proven experience leading technical design authority sessions.
* Strong documentation skills (HLDs, LLDs, Build Guides).
* Knowledge of security frameworks (CIS, STIG, NIST).
* Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCNP) highly desirable.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a mission-critical programme in a secure environment. If you have the expertise and clearance required, we would like to hear from you.
Reasonable Adjustments
Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.
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