Client Services Director – Technical Architect
Our client, a leading aerospace and security company, is looking for 3 Technical Architects. SC cleared candidates preferred.
Responsibilities
* Act as the technical authority for systems and services.
* Define and evolve architectures that balance customer needs, architecture principles, and secure-by-design standards.
* Contribute to divisional and line‑of‑business roadmaps, identifying opportunities for technology insertion and innovation.
* Lead technical reviews, trade‑off studies, and risk assessments for major design decisions.
* Mentor and coach Technical Architects and Engineers, raising capability across the community.
* Represent client at senior customer forums, technical boards, and industry events.
* Support business winning, including technical design, bids, and proposal development.
* Champion best practice, reuse, and model‑based design approaches across the architecture community.
What you’ll bring
* Extensive technical expertise with a proven track record of designing secure, integrated systems and services.
* Ability to influence technical strategy and act as a recognised authority within your domain.
* Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders.
Core Areas (Must Have)
* Proven experience in system and service architecture in a domain (infrastructure, applications, data, networking, cloud).
* Knowledge of architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, MODAF, NAF).
* Advanced understanding of secure system design principles and cyber security standards.
* Experience shaping architectures within Agile or SAFe delivery environments.
* Ability to mentor, coach, and provide thought leadership within a technical community.
* Industry certifications (e.g., TOGAF, ArchiMate).
* Vendor certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure, Cisco, VMware).
* Experience contributing to technology roadmaps and enterprise strategy.
* Familiarity with service design, operational transformation, and digital modernisation.
* Exposure to cloud‑native, DevSecOps, and automation approaches.
* Experience presenting at technical boards, customer forums, or industry conferences.
Location
This role will be based in Reading with hybrid/custom working options where appropriate.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Contract
Job Function
Information Technology
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