Details

• SC Clearance needed
• 6-Month Contract
• Outside IR35

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee solution assurance and accreditation across security, network and hosting platforms.
• Work with project teams and platform providers to track platform readiness and delivery impacts.
• Maintain architecture models in Sparx EA and documentation in SharePoint/Confluence.
• Produce and maintain future-state high-level designs and roadmaps.
• Engage senior stakeholders and collaborate with the wider architecture function.
• Enterprise/Solution Architecture background.
• Architectural modelling (Archimate / Sparx EA).
• Experience in client, healthcare or disconnected environments.
• Solution assurance and governance involvement.

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Position Overview

The Enterprise Architect acts as a key advisor to the Business Unit or Functional leadership team and as a major contributor to McCormick’s Enterprise Architecture (EA) strategy. This role engages collaboratively with business and technology leaders to understand strategic business needs and roadmaps, solve complex technology and architecture challenges, and shape the technology strategy that enables McCormick’s growth and transformation.

The position leads architecture strategy development defines technology roadmaps and guardrails and ensures alignment with enterprise standards and guiding principles. The Enterprise Architect represents the domain’s needs within the broader EA framework, tracks emerging technologies, and assesses their potential to create business value. This role influences EA and Global IT strategic goals by maintaining awareness of value streams, capability maps, and changes to architecture roadmaps.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead complex projects requiring deep expertise in the assigned architecture domain, providing architectural designs, guidance, and oversight to ensure alignment with enterprise standards.

* Act as a trusted advisor to Product Line leadership, partnering to solve business challenges through technology design, strategy, and solutions that drive business outcomes.

* Lead solution architecture across projects and products to ensure alignment with enterprise strategy and standards while optimizing design across the enterprise.

* Contribute to the development of architecture principles and standards; identify and resolve exceptions at the enterprise level and define architectural and security requirements.

* Research emerging technologies and recommend innovations that enhance cost-effectiveness, flexibility, and long-term architectural value.

* Develop and communicate strategic plans for systems architecture investments, including opportunities for cost optimization and technology modernization.

* Collaborate with enterprise and functional stakeholders to ensure technology decisions support both business and IT strategies.

* Maintain awareness of enterprise architecture roadmaps and ensure pragmatic alignment with global IT standards and guiding principles.

* Support governance processes and contribute to decision-making frameworks that guide technology adoption and integration.

* Actively promote innovation and continuous improvement in architecture practices across McCormick’s global technology landscape.

Candidates profile

* Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related discipline.

* Deep expertise in key Cyber Security architecture domains.

* Proven ability to define and communicate a clear technology vision that delivers business value.

* Demonstrated success in leading and influencing cross-functional teams.

* Strong understanding of modern technology ecosystems (SaaS, IaaS, PaaS, APIs, ERP, microservices, predictive analytics).

* Skilled at building trusted advisor relationships with business and technical stakeholders.

* Experienced in agile and DevOps environments with a focus on digital transformation.

* Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and change management capabilities.

* Committed to continuous learning, innovation, and driving technology excellence across the enterprise.

Agencies: McCormick as needed will work with external recruitment vendors through our Agency Portal. Unless previously contacted, McCormick does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies.

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies

Remote based.

Paying up to 80k basic + 20-30k commission

A leading Microsoft Consultancy is looking for a Data & AI Presales Solution Architect to join the business on a permanent basis. This is a key role within their growing Data & AI practice, supporting customers on their cloud transformation journeys and shaping innovative solutions across the Microsoft ecosystem. You’ll work closely with clients, sales teams and technical specialists to design compelling Data & AI architectures that showcase the value of Azure, analytics, and modern data platforms.

Key responsibilities:

Leading presales engagements across Data & AI, translating business challenges into well‑defined Microsoft‑led solutions.
Designing high‑level architectures across Azure Data Services, AI/ML, analytics, and modern data platforms.
Supporting bids, proposals, and customer workshops, ensuring solutions are commercially viable and technically robust.
Working alongside sales teams to qualify opportunities, shape customer roadmaps, and articulate the value of Microsoft Data & AI.
Presenting complex technical concepts in a clear, engaging way to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
Staying aligned with Microsoft’s roadmap, partner programmes, and emerging technologies to strengthen solution offerings.

Experience required:

Strong experience in a presales, solution architecture or customer‑facing technical role within the Microsoft ecosystem.
Deep understanding of Azure Data Services, including Data Factory, Synapse, Databricks, Data Lake, Microsoft Fabric and related analytics tools.
Knowledge of AI and machine learning capabilities within Azure, such as Cognitive Services and Azure OpenAI.
Ability to run discovery sessions, shape solution designs, and contribute to proposals and RFP responses.
Excellent communication skills with the confidence to engage at C‑suite and senior stakeholder level.
A consultative mindset with the ability to balance technical depth with commercial awareness.

Must be eligible for SC Clearance

Remote based.

Paying up to 80k basic + 20-30k commission

Job Title: Senior Solution Architect

Location: Ipswich

Years of Experience: 15+ Years

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Solution Architect to join our dynamic team in Ipswich. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge and expertise in Application Architecture, with a proven track record of designing and implementing robust application solutions. This role requires a strategic thinker who can align technology with business goals and drive innovation within the organization.

Responsibilities:

* Lead the design and architecture of complex application systems, ensuring scalability, performance, and security.

* Collaborate with cross functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.

* Develop and maintain architectural standards, guidelines, and best practices for application development.

* Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to enhance application performance and efficiency.

* Conduct architectural reviews and provide guidance to development teams throughout the software development lifecycle.

* Mentor and train junior architects and developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

* Engage with stakeholders to ensure alignment of application architecture with business objectives.

* Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation within the organization.

Mandatory Skills:

* Strong expertise in Application Architecture, including design patterns, frameworks, and methodologies.

* Proficient in cloud technologies and services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).

* Experience with microservices architecture and API design.

* Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.

* Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to think critically under pressure.

* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non technical stakeholders.

Preferred Skills:

* Experience with DevOps practices and tools.

* Knowledge of data architecture and database design.

* Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman).

* Experience in leading architectural initiatives and driving change within an organization.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.

* 15+ years of experience in software development and application architecture.

* Proven experience in leading architectural design and implementation for large scale applications.

* Relevant certifications in architecture or cloud technologies are a plus

Your new companyA large, well-established financial institution undergoing significant transformation in its core banking and current-account landscape. The environment is highly regulated, technology-driven, and focused on modernising legacy platforms while adopting cloud, automation, and scalable architectural patterns. You would be joining a team that works across business and technology to shape strategic banking capabilities. Your new roleYou will operate as a Core Banking Solution Architect specialising in current accounts, payments, and cards. The role centres on designing end-to-end technology solutions for complex banking journeys such as loans, savings/current accounts, account switching, and operational platforms. You will lead architectural design, guide integration strategies, and ensure solutions meet standards for scalability, resiliency, security, and regulatory compliance. Collaboration with product owners, project managers, and business analysts is central, along with producing governance artefacts and supporting innovation across the banking ecosystem. What you’ll need to succeed

• Strong domain expertise in cards and payments, including card issuance and authorisation journeys.
• Broad understanding of core banking, current account operations, and payment schemes.
• Experience designing solutions across payments, core banking, and card systems, with a focus on cloud, APIs, DevOps, and security principles.
• Ability to manage architectural governance, including privacy, records management, and risk-aligned design artefacts.
• Strong stakeholder management and the ability to influence strategy across multiple teams.
• Familiarity with delivery and reporting tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, JIRA, Tableau, and Confluence.
• A blend of technical depth and business acumen to align architecture with operational and strategic goals.

What you’ll get in returnA strategic architecture role with the opportunity to shape the future of core banking and current-account capabilities. You will influence major transformation programmes, work with senior stakeholders, and contribute to modernising critical banking platforms. The role offers exposure to cloud adoption, automation initiatives, vendor integrations, and the chance to drive innovation across a large-scale financial environment. What you need to do nowIf you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the nation and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future.

You’ll join a collaborative and inclusive team where you’re supported to grow your skills, explore new opportunities, and contribute from day one. You’ll work with a diverse client base, develop meaningful connections, and gain experience that extends beyond your local team. Together, we grow, belong and impact.

About the team

Our Business Services team is a collective of creative, strategic, forward-thinking business enablers. Together the People & Culture, Marketing & Communications, IT, Operations, Finance and Quality & Risk Management teams make it their mission to ensure Mazars has the right tools, technology, strategies and services in place to deliver exceptional client service and future-proof our growing business

About the role

The Senior IT Architect is responsible for designing and governing the firm’s application and integration landscape that supports critical business functions across the UK firm.

The role will work closely with project and change teams, stakeholders, and technical subject matter experts to design technology systems and solutions that are aligned with the firm’s business strategy. They are responsible for ensuring the architecture is aligned to the firm’s technology roadmap.

Forvis Mazars has migrated significant services to the cloud and now requires a lead architect to design and build the next generation of solutions including core finance and HR technology landscape, automating data flows, integrating systems, supporting in the delivery of real-time reporting and analysis, whilst driving a more mature awareness to data architecture and governance across the firm.

What we are looking for

• Ownership of the firm’s integration and application architecture in alignment to Business and IT Strategy.
• Ensuring the firm’s technology platforms integrate efficiently, securely, and consistently.
• Delivering architectural governance, documentation and artefacts, with high-quality design standards to agreed timeframes.
• Contributing to the fully documented mapping of the entire UK technology estate.
• Modernising legacy integrations with repeatable, scalable and well architected designs.
• Contributing to the wider delivery of scalable, secure, technology solutions for 3,700 users in conjunction with the wider IT function.
• Contributing towards the continual maturing of the Architecture function within the firm.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Forvis Mazars diversity, equity and inclusion are central to our values. We value our people’s unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experience, and know this diversity create better outcomes for our clients. We seek to attract, develop, and retain the best talent, inclusive of sex, ethnicity, disability, socio-economic background, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, and faith. We select candidates based on skills, knowledge, qualifications, and experience and aim to support all our team

Were working with a large organisation undergoing significant cyber and digital transformation to hire a Cyber Security Architect focused on Operational Technology (OT).

This role sits within a dedicated Security Architecture function and is specifically aligned to securing industrial and operational systems. The focus is on designing and assuring cyber security controls across complex OT environments, ensuring operational resilience, regulatory alignment, and risk mitigation from the outset.

This is not an enterprise IT architecture role it is centred on industrial control systems, operational networks, and IT/OT convergence.

What youll do

• Define and implement security architecture principles across OT / ICS environments.
• Embed secure-by-design controls into industrial systems and operational technology platforms.
• Lead design assurance across OT network segmentation, zone and conduit modelling, and industrial DMZ architectures.
• Identify architectural gaps within existing OT estates and define pragmatic remediation roadmaps.
• Align OT security architecture to recognised frameworks and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with OT engineers, operational stakeholders, and cyber teams to balance safety, availability, and security.
• Provide architectural guidance across IT/OT convergence programmes.

What were looking for

• Proven experience securing Operational Technology (OT) or Industrial Control Systems (ICS) environments.
• Strong understanding of IT/OT convergence and securing legacy or brownfield industrial estates.
• Knowledge of recognised OT security standards such as IEC 62443 (ISA-99), NIST SP 800-82, and application of the Purdue Model.
• Experience designing secure segmentation models (zones and conduits), industrial firewalls, and secure remote access solutions.
• Familiarity with industrial protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, Ethernet/IP, OPC/UA, and associated security risks.
• Experience operating in regulated, safety-critical, or high-availability environments.
• Ability to translate technical risk into clear architectural decisions for engineering and operational audiences.

We welcome candidates from any industry with relevant OT/ICS experience energy, utilities, manufacturing, transport, defence, or other industrial sectors.

Whats on offer

• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays, flexible leave options, and family-friendly policies
• Generous employer pension contribution up to 13.5% and employee health assistance programme
• Maternity, paternity, adoption, and parental leave, as well as flexible working and career breaks
• Employee Assistance Programme including helpline, coaching access, wellbeing app, digital GP service, and more

This is a strategic, high-impact role focused on securing operational systems that underpin critical business and industrial functions.

This is a permanent position based in the North West of England.

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship and have been resident in the UK for the last 5 years without more than 6 months living overseas.

Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our central government client, who is seeking a Security Architect. This position is for an initial 12-month contract assignment, with the possibility of extension.

Location: London

The ideal candidate will hold an active security clearance and have a strong background in Security Architecture, along with the following skills and experience:

• A solid understanding of High-Level Security Architecture (HLD) and a secure-by-design approach.
• Experience leading security architecture for large-scale cloud hosting (specifically Azure and GCP) in high-threat government Tier 2 secure environments.
• Extensive knowledge of security architecture, including identity management, device security, workstation protection, cloud hosting, collaboration tools, networking, cryptography, operations, and data governance.
• Strong understanding of secure DevOps practices, CI/CD controls, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) hardening.
• Experience applying security controls to AI and machine learning components,
• Demonstrable knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards, including the NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework, ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT, as well as SABSA and TOGAF. -
• Preferred Qualifications: Industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GIAC are highly desirable.

To apply, please submit your latest CV for review.

Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our central government client, who is seeking an Enterprise Architect. This position is for an initial 12-month contract assignment, with the possibility of extension.

Location: London

The ideal candidate will hold an active security clearance and have a strong background in Enterprise Architecture, along with the following skills and experience:

• Extensive experience in developing Enterprise Architectural strategies, leading design authorities, and implementing architectural governance.
• Proven track record in leading enterprise architecture for large-scale cloud hosting, specifically in Azure and GCP, within high-security government Tier 2 environments.
• In-depth knowledge of cloud architecture, including IAM, identity federation, cryptography, network segmentation, and high-assurance gateways.
• Proven ability to lead enterprise design across all domains, including Data, Digital, Security, and Technical areas.
• Proficiency in Secure by Design principles and IT security documentation, including policies, standards, processes, procedures, and patterns.
• Demonstrable knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards, including the NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework, ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT, as well as SABSA and TOGAF.

To apply, please submit your latest CV for review.

Azure Architect

Salary: £70,000-£90,000 Location: UK Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role:

Vivo Talent are seeking an Azure Architect to design and deliver cloud solutions for our client, with a broad focus on Azure and modern data platforms, including Microsoft Fabric.

You will oversee solution delivery across the full project lifecycle, from architecture and implementation to optimisation, acting as a trusted advisor to clients and internal teams.

This client-facing role will also contribute to internal capability through standards, architectures and best practice guidance, with potential for line management as the Azure practice grows.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design scalable, secure and cost-effective Azure solutions spanning infrastructure, data, analytics and applications.
• Incorporate Microsoft Fabric and modern data architecture patterns (e.g., Lakehouse, Medallion Architecture).
• Guide and mentor internal teams, ensuring best practices, governance, and architectural integrity.
• Conduct technical design reviews and provide recommendations to improve performance, resilience, and cost efficiency.
• Promote DevOps, Infrastructure as Code, and cloud governance practices.
• Stay up to date with Azure and Microsoft Fabric capabilities, contributing knowledge and reusable assets to the team.

Required Certifications:

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)

Skills & Experience:

• Strong experience designing and delivering enterprise Azure solutions across infrastructure, data and applications.
• Hands-on experience with Azure services, architecture patterns, landing zones and governance frameworks.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code (Bicep, ARM, Terraform).
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and mentoring skills.
• Client-facing experience and ability to lead or influence technical teams.

We are currently seeking an experienced Enterprise Solution Architect for a 6-month contract (Inside IR35) based in London, with a hybrid arrangement requiring 3 days onsite. This role is embedded within a complex enterprise environment and supports a large-scale programme of work, where you’ll serve as the single point of architectural accountability across multiple workstreams.

Role Overview: The position demands strong end-to-end Solution Architecture capabilities, with a particular emphasis on integration patterns. While an appreciation for engineering is valued, this is not a hands-on engineering role-it’s focused on delivering pragmatic architectural solutions. You’ll integrate across a diverse technology landscape, including core banking platforms like Temenos, digital platforms such as Backbase, and KYC/AML/regulatory systems like Oracle Finance.

Core Skills and Experience Required:

• Demonstrable experience with various integration patterns and end-to-end solution architecture.
• Proven track record of integrating technologies in a broad enterprise setting.
• Excellent communication skills to bridge business and technical stakeholders, translating requirements into effective architectural outcomes.
• Experience in agile delivery models within large enterprise environments.
• Familiarity with large-scale transformation programmes, acting as the key architectural contact for delivery teams, vendors, and stakeholders.

This is a fantastic chance to contribute to a high-impact programme in a dynamic setting.

Domain Architect Supply Chain Retail/ FMCG

We’re excited to be working exclusively with a leading consumer brand partnering their search for a Supply Chain Domain Architect to lead technology strategy and architectural design within a defined business or technology domain. You’ll shape the Supply Chain domain roadmap, influence enterprise decisions, and guide the design of complex solutions across multiple programmes.

This is a high-visibility role where your expertise will have a massive influence on long-term technology investment, drive modernisation, and enable teams to deliver scalable, future-ready solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Define and own the Supply Chain domain architecture vision, strategy, and roadmap.
• Shape and evaluate solution options, guiding lifecycle planning and platform modernisation.
• Provide design assurance, approve high-level designs, and enforce alignment to enterprise standards
• Collaborate with Product, Platform, and Programme teams to prioritise work, influence investments, and guide delivery
• Mentor Solution Architects and Engineers, sharing knowledge and best practices

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in enterprise-scale Supply Chain architecture within retail or FMCG.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise and solution architecture principles I.E. TOGAF
• Experience with WMS integrations, automation
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills

This is your chance to lead architecture strategy at the enterprise level, shape transformative solutions, and make a tangible impact on business outcomes

Role Title: Security Architect

Duration: contract to run until 30/09/2026

Location: London or Southampton hybrid working 3 days per week onsite

Rate: up to £503.24 p/d Umbrella inside IR35

Role purpose/summary

• Architecture & Design: Develop secure architectures and reference patterns across cloud, infrastructure, applications, and data platforms. Ensure alignment with business goals, risk appetite, and regulatory requirements.
• Solution Delivery: Provide architectural guidance during project life cycle (HLD/LLD), review designs, and ensure solutions meet security requirements.
• Risk & Threat Management: Conduct threat modelling, assess vulnerabilities, and ensure appropriate mitigating controls are designed and implemented.
• Governance & Standards: Define and maintain security policies, standards, and guardrails. Ensure adherence to architectural principles and regulatory obligations (eg, GDPR, FCA).
• Collaboration: Partner with engineering, cloud, network, IAM, and operational teams to embed secure by design principles and resolve architecture level issues.
• Security Tooling & Controls: Evaluate and guide the adoption of security technologies including IAM, encryption, network security, detection/response, and cloud-native controls.
• Incident Support: Provide architectural expertise during incidents, investigations, and post incident reviews.
• Continuous Improvement: Monitor emerging threats, technologies, and patterns to enhance the organisation’s security posture.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 5+ years in security architecture or security engineering roles.
• Strong understanding of security protocols, authentication/authorization models, encryption, identity management, and cloud security patterns.
• Experience producing high quality architecture documentation (HLD/LLD, patterns, data flows).
• Hands on understanding of cloud environments (Azure/AWS/GCP), networks, applications, and data protection.
• Familiarity with threat modelling, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex security topics to technical and non technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, SABSA, AWS/Azure Security, or Cybersecurity Architect Expert.
• Experience in financial services or other regulated industries.
• Knowledge of DevSecOps, API security, and secure software delivery.

All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!

Job Title: Senior Solution Architect

Location: Ipswich

Years of Experience: 15+ Years

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Solution Architect to join our dynamic team in Ipswich. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge and expertise in Application Architecture, with a proven track record of designing and implementing robust application solutions. This role requires a strategic thinker who can align technology with business goals and drive innovation within the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and architecture of complex application systems, ensuring scalability, performance, and security.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Develop and maintain architectural standards, guidelines, and best practices for application development.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to enhance application performance and efficiency.
• Conduct architectural reviews and provide guidance to development teams throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Mentor and train junior architects and developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Engage with stakeholders to ensure alignment of application architecture with business objectives.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation within the organization.

Mandatory Skills:

• Strong expertise in Application Architecture, including design patterns, frameworks, and methodologies.
• Proficient in cloud technologies and services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Experience with microservices architecture and API design.
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
• Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to think critically under pressure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non technical stakeholders.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with DevOps practices and tools.
• Knowledge of data architecture and database design.
• Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman).
• Experience in leading architectural initiatives and driving change within an organization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in software development and application architecture.
• Proven experience in leading architectural design and implementation for large scale applications.
• Relevant certifications in architecture or cloud technologies are a plus.

Outside IR35
SC Clearance Required
6months+
Hybrid in Bath (2-3 days per week)
550- 585pd (Outside IR35)

Role Overview
We are seeking a Solution Architect to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing solution assurance and accreditation processes, ensuring the security and reliability of our networks and hosting platforms. You will engage with various projects and platform providers to understand their plans and impact on implementation. Your expertise in architectural modelling and design will be essential in maintaining our architecture models and guiding future developments.

Responsibilities

• Manage solution assurance and accreditation processes for security, networks, and hosting platforms during project testing and implementation phases.
• Oversee interactions with projects and platform providers to assess target platform availability and its implications on implementation plans.
• Maintain architecture models in Sparx EA and project documentation in SharePoint and Confluence (Atlassian).
• Provide architecture and design services to develop, document, and maintain the future logical and physical high-level design and roadmap for the solution space.
• Engage with senior stakeholders to ensure alignment and understanding of architectural goals.
• Collaborate with the architecture capability to enhance our practises and standards.

Experience

• Proven experience in enterprise or solution architecture.
• Proficiency in architectural modelling tools such as Archimate and Sparx EA.
• Experience with client healthcare environments or similar deployed/disconnected settings.
• Knowledge of solution design assurance, governance, and participation in sign-off processes.
• Familiarity with SAFe Agile methodologies.
• Ability to engage with technical teams effectively.
• Experience contributing to project planning and functional/technical product evaluations.
• Demonstrated expertise in deep high-level design (HLD), solution design document (SDD), and low-level design (LLD) technical design, particularly in legacy application modernisation projects.

Contract Role - Security Architect

Location: Hybrid - Wokingham or Warwick (1-2 days onsite per week)
Contract: 6 months (likely extension)
IR35: Inside IR35
Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance Required

Role Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Security Architect to support a major internal programme responsible for delivering capabilities that underpin critical infrastructure operations.

This role will embed within an agile delivery programme while also contributing to the wider Security Architecture Community of Practice, working alongside enterprise and domain security architects to strengthen security architecture practices across the organisation.

The successful candidate will provide security architecture leadership for an internal application within the programme, ensuring security is Embedded throughout the development life cycle using secure-by-design and shift-left principles.

You will work closely with engineering, architecture, and delivery teams to ensure security risks are identified early, appropriate controls are designed, and systems are resilient against evolving threats.

Key Responsibilities

Programme Security Architecture

• Own the security architecture for an internal application supporting critical infrastructure programmes.
• Embed secure-by-design and shift-left practices within agile delivery teams.
• Work closely with engineers and product teams to ensure security is integrated into design and development activities.
• Provide architectural guidance across agile sprints and feature releases.

Security Risk & Threat Analysis

• Conduct threat modelling independently across application and platform designs.
• Perform risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and architectural weaknesses.
• Design appropriate security controls, including identifying where compensating controls may be required.
• Provide security architecture input into release planning and technical decision making.

Security Architecture Governance

• Ensure solutions align with organisational security policies, regulatory obligations, and industry best practice.
• Maintain clear and accessible security architecture documentation.
• Support security-related incident response activities where architectural insight is required.

Community of Practice Contribution

• Contribute to the Security Architecture Community of Practice, supporting the maturity of the clients security architecture capability.
• Help identify capability gaps and support the development of consistent approaches across teams, including:

• Threat modelling frameworks
• Secure development life cycle practices
• Security architecture standards

• Provide ad-hoc security architecture support across other programmes where needed.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Active SC Clearance (recently lapsed clearance may be considered for exceptional candidates).
• Strong experience as an application or Software Security Architect.
• Demonstrable experience embedding security within agile development environments.
• Proven ability to conduct threat modelling independently.
• Strong experience in designing security controls (architectural level rather than hands-on implementation).
• Strong expertise in containerised services and container security.
• Experience working with DevSecOps practices and secure SDLC frameworks.
• Ability to communicate complex security concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience supporting systems operating within regulated or high-assurance environments.

Desirable Experience

• Experience within the energy, utilities, or similar highly regulated sectors.
• Experience supporting systems related to critical infrastructure operations.
• Familiarity with large-scale enterprise transformation programmes.

Working Model

This role follows a hybrid working model, with 1-2 days per week onsite in either:

• Wokingham
• Warwick

Attendance onsite may vary depending on team collaboration needs and programme milestones.

Interview Process

The recruitment process consists of two stages conducted via Microsoft Teams:

Stage 1 - Informal/Cultural Fit Interview
Discussion around experience, approach to security architecture, and team fit.

Stage 2 - Technical Competency Interview
Panel interview assessing practical capability in areas such as:

• Threat modelling
• Secure architecture design
• DevSecOps practices
• Security risk management

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone’s chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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Senior Solution Architect (Operational Technology) - Ipswich Shape the Future of Operational Technology in the Energy Sector Are you an experienced architect ready to make a meaningful impact? UK Power Networks is seeking a Senior Solution Architect (Operational Technology) to join our Strategy Regulation and Support Services directorate in Ipswich. This is a permanent opportunity offering a competitive salary of up to 95,000 (dependent on skills, qualifications and experience), a 7.5% bonus, and a blended working arrangement (after probation). At UK Power Networks, you'll be at the heart of our OT transformation, driving business modernisation, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction. Oversee the evaluation and enhancement of our Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS), lead architectural innovation, and champion AI-enabled dispatch and fault prediction. You'll shape platform lifecycle management, set technical standards, and ensure best practices are embedded across the organisation, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team of architects, developers, and business leaders. Enjoy 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), reservist leave, generous pension contributions, tenancy and travel loans, tax-efficient benefits (Cycle to Work, Green Car Leasing, Tech Scheme), occupational health support, retail discounts, gym membership, and an employee assistance programme. You'll influence 20M in solutions and projects and play a key role in delivering secure, sustainable electricity as UKPN transitions to a low-carbon future. If you have a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience), deep expertise in operational technology, ADMS, system integration, cyber-security, API protocols, and a track record of large-scale transformation projects in complex IT environments, we want to hear from you. Experience in the utilities or electricity distribution sector is advantageous. Apply by 19/03/2026 to join a team that values vision, collaboration, and innovation. Help us lead the UK as a top Distribution Network Operator! For more information and to view the full job description please click apply! If you have any queries in connection to this vacancy or your application, please contact us at quoting the vacancy reference number and a member of the team will get in touch with you as soon as possible.

Senior Solutions Architect-Perm

Location: Hybrid - Newcastle, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, London

Security Requirement: Applicants must hold active SC clearance or be eligible to obtain it (UK citizenship and 5 years’ continuous UK residence required).

Our client is seeking a Senior Solutions Architect to design and lead end-to-end digital solutions across government, healthcare, and purpose-driven sectors.

You will:

• Own solution design from concept through to delivery.
• Align architecture with business outcomes, technical strategy, and governance.
• Produce clear solution blueprints across business, data, application, and technology domains.
• Engage senior stakeholders and support delivery teams to implement solutions effectively.
• Ensure compliance with security and quality standards.

Role Requirements

• Proven experience performing solutions architecture responsibilities.
• Strong background in software development or technical delivery.
• Experience working in Agile, Scrum, or DevOps environments.
• Knowledge of architecture frameworks and modelling approaches.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and consulting skills.

While not essential, experience with architecture frameworks is beneficial, such as:

• TOGAF
• Zachman
• Open Agile Architecture

Grade 7 (£38,784.49 - £46,048.78) Full-time, 35 hours per week Abertay is a modern university with a global outlook, rooted in its local and national communities. We have made our mark with high quality, well-directed teaching and research, and a stimulating and enriching experience for our students. IT Services is a friendly, vibrant and fast-moving department with a focus on delivering excellent customer service and high-quality digital technology services to our staff and students. We are now seeking to appoint an experienced Enterprise Application Specialist to join our Enterprise Applications team. Reporting to the Head of Enterprise Applications, you will play a key role in the support, development and continuous improvement of the University’s core enterprise systems. These systems underpin critical areas including student information, finance, learning and teaching and research. As a senior technical specialist, you will provide expert support, resolve complex problems and work closely with stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure services remain reliable, secure, and effective. You should have extensive experience supporting enterprise applications in a complex organisation, specifically Tribal SITS, and a proven track record of delivering digital transformation initiatives. Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills are required, along with the ability to collaborate confidently with both technical and non-technical colleagues and manage multiple priorities in a demanding environment. While hybrid working arrangements are preferred for this role, fully remote working will be considered. If you believe you have the skills and experience for this exciting and challenging role, please submit your application through our online recruitment system. Committed to Equal Opportunities Abertay University is a Scottish Registered Charity, No: SC016040

Position Overview

The Enterprise Architect acts as a key advisor to the Business Unit or Functional leadership team and as a major contributor to McCormick’s Enterprise Architecture (EA) strategy. This role engages collaboratively with business and technology leaders to understand strategic business needs and roadmaps, solve complex technology and architecture challenges, and shape the technology strategy that enables McCormick’s growth and transformation.

The position leads architecture strategy development defines technology roadmaps and guardrails and ensures alignment with enterprise standards and guiding principles. The Enterprise Architect represents the domain’s needs within the broader EA framework, tracks emerging technologies, and assesses their potential to create business value. This role influences EA and Global IT strategic goals by maintaining awareness of value streams, capability maps, and changes to architecture roadmaps.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead complex projects requiring deep expertise in the assigned architecture domain, providing architectural designs, guidance, and oversight to ensure alignment with enterprise standards.
• Act as a trusted advisor to Product Line leadership, partnering to solve business challenges through technology design, strategy, and solutions that drive business outcomes.
• Lead solution architecture across projects and products to ensure alignment with enterprise strategy and standards while optimizing design across the enterprise.
• Contribute to the development of architecture principles and standards; identify and resolve exceptions at the enterprise level and define architectural and security requirements.
• Research emerging technologies and recommend innovations that enhance cost-effectiveness, flexibility, and long-term architectural value.
• Develop and communicate strategic plans for systems architecture investments, including opportunities for cost optimization and technology modernization.
• Collaborate with enterprise and functional stakeholders to ensure technology decisions support both business and IT strategies.
• Maintain awareness of enterprise architecture roadmaps and ensure pragmatic alignment with global IT standards and guiding principles.
• Support governance processes and contribute to decision-making frameworks that guide technology adoption and integration.
• Actively promote innovation and continuous improvement in architecture practices across McCormick’s global technology landscape.

Candidates profile

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related discipline.
• Deep expertise in key Cyber Security architecture domains.
• Proven ability to define and communicate a clear technology vision that delivers business value.
• Demonstrated success in leading and influencing cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of modern technology ecosystems (SaaS, IaaS, PaaS, APIs, ERP, microservices, predictive analytics).
• Skilled at building trusted advisor relationships with business and technical stakeholders.
• Experienced in agile and DevOps environments with a focus on digital transformation.
• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and change management capabilities.
• Committed to continuous learning, innovation, and driving technology excellence across the enterprise.

Agencies: McCormick as needed will work with external recruitment vendors through our Agency Portal. Unless previously contacted, McCormick does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies.

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies.

Solution Architect - Corporate Systems/Back-office Domain

London - 2-3 days a week onsite

95k- 110k + car allowance + up to 30% bonus

We’re seeking a Corporate Functions Domain Solution Architect to join a FTSE 250 organisation undergoing a major technology transformation under a new CIO. This is a strategic role within a significant, multi-year IT and digital transformation to modernise the organisation’s back-office and corporate systems, enabling greater standardisation, control, insight, and scalability across its global estate.

Role Overview

The Corporate Functions Domain Solution Architect will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering technology solutions across the organisation’s back-office and corporate domains, including Finance, HR, Payroll, Procurement, Legal, and Corporate Services.

This role will focus on architecting scalable, standardised solutions that support a complex, global operating model - balancing global consistency with local regulatory, statutory, and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Solution & Domain Architecture

• Architect end-to-end solutions across corporate and back-office functions, including Finance, HR, Payroll, Procurement, Legal, and related enterprise services.
• Design solutions that support multi-country operations, regulatory compliance, financial controls, and workforce complexity.
• Own solution architecture designs for major corporate systems transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment to business strategy and operational needs.
• Define and maintain target and transitional architectures for corporate systems domains.

Enterprise Architecture & Governance

• Apply TOGAF principles and enterprise architecture standards to guide solution design and technology decisions.
• Work closely with Enterprise Architects to ensure corporate systems align with the broader enterprise architecture and technology roadmap.
• Establish architecture patterns, standards, and guardrails for corporate platforms and shared services systems.

Transformation & Delivery

• Support large-scale IT transformation programmes, including ERP modernisation, HR and payroll transformation, and procurement digitisation.
• Provide architectural governance throughout delivery, ensuring solutions meet quality, security, and scalability requirements.
• Support vendor and partner selection, RFP processes, and solution evaluations.

Required Experience & Skills

Essential

• Proven experience as a Solution Architect or Domain Architect within corporate or back-office systems environments.
• Strong experience architecting solutions across Finance, HR, Payroll, and/or Procurement domains.
• Experience working in large, complex, multi-country organisations.
• TOGAF or similar certification.
• Experience with large-scale ERP and corporate platforms (e.g. SAP S/4HANA, SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, Oracle, Coupa, Ariba, or similar).
• Experience operating within complex, global, multi-brand or multi-entity organisations.

To apply for this great opportunity, please apply with a copy of your latest CV.