Job Description
SOLUTION ARCHITECT, DV SECURITY CLEARANCE, HYBRID
My client, a leading organisation within the public sector, is seeking an experienced Solution Architect to work on a hybrid basis, with travel across UK sites when required.
As a member of the Architecture team, you will support the Senior Architect in delivering enterprise-level design and technical expertise across a range of complex ICT projects. You will play a key role in ensuring systems, infrastructure, and services are secure, scalable, and aligned with strategic objectives.
You will be responsible for designing, leading, and delivering high-quality technical solutions, while balancing competing demands and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
Responsibilities:
* Design and document “As-Is” and “To-Be” architectures across multiple projects
* Develop detailed technical solution designs, ensuring alignment with business needs, security standards, and strategic architecture
* Lead the software development lifecycle, including design, build, implementation, and quality assurance
* Produce architecture diagrams, technical documentation, and implementation plans
* Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions
* Manage and coordinate development teams, ensuring delivery is on track and meets quality standards
* Identify and mitigate architectural risks and technical debt across programmes
* Conduct technical experiments and validations to support design decisions
* Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture frameworks and cross-project dependencies
* Maintain strong relationships with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Key Skills & Experience:
* Strong experience in solution and application architecture, including working with frameworks such as TOGAF
* Extensive hands-on development experience (e.g. .NET Core, ASP.NET, Blazor)
* Strong knowledge of databases (MSSQL, PostgreSQL, NoSQL technologies)
* Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and well-architected frameworks
* Solid understanding of Linux, networking, and virtualisation (VMware)
* Expertise in designing Microsoft environments (Windows Server, Active Directory, GPO, PKI)
* Experience designing secure, high-availability systems and infrastructure
* Knowledge of network technologies (Cisco, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, security controls)
* Familiarity with Agile and ITIL methodologies
* Experience producing documentation suitable for high-security accreditation environments
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
* Ability to mentor and support junior team members
Additional Requirements:
* Understanding of Government Security Classifications and security frameworks
* Experience working in secure environments and with accreditation processes
* Eligibility for DV (STRAP) Security Clearance is essential
* Willingness to travel to UK sites as required
SOLUTION ARCHITECT, DV SECURITY CLEARANCE, HYBRID