Solution Architect - SC/DV
A specialist technology consultancy operating at the heart of Defence and National Security is growing its architecture capability. This role sits at the centre of secure digital transformation, designing solutions that enable data to move safely across highly controlled environments.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Designing, deploying and assuring cross-domain solutions in highly secure environments
- Translating complex user and operational requirements into robust, compliant architectures
- Applying NCSC guidance and security patterns to enable safe data transfer across domains
- Evaluating the technology market to select suitable products and components
- Defining technical requirements for bespoke elements and working closely with developers
- Supporting assurance activities across Defence programmes and environments
- Presenting complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Working across both hardware- and software-based cross-domain approaches
Main Skills Needed:
- Proven experience designing and delivering cross-domain solutions
- Strong understanding of NCSC patterns, secure data import/export, and assurance principles
- Deep knowledge of cryptography and public key infrastructure
- Experience working with MOD systems, processes and assurance frameworks
- Ability to bridge business needs and technical design effectively
- Confidence communicating technical detail to varied audiences
What’s in It for You:
- A role working on genuinely mission-critical, nationally significant programmes
- Hybrid working with a strong on-site technical community
- A culture built around agility, security, innovation, quality and collaboration
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
- Private medical insurance, life assurance and contributory pension
- Ongoing professional development and training support
- Bonus scheme and a wide range of lifestyle benefits
- Modern facilities including parking, gym, café and breakout spaces
Due to the nature of the work, you must already hold — or be eligible to obtain — UK Security Clearance.
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