£Up to £110,000 GBP
Transport Allowance
Hybrid WORKING
Location: London; Manchester; Bristol, Central London, Greater London - United Kingdom Type: Permanent

The Role - Security Architect Consultant
Join a consultancy recognised as a UK Great Place to Work year after year - a distinction that highlights its people-first culture, technical excellence, and consistent delivery of secure, high-impact solutions across complex programmes.

Our client is a globally respected digital, data, and technology consultancy, helping organisations transform through innovation, strategy, and advanced engineering. With over 4,000 experts across sectors including defence, government, financial services, and healthcare, the client delivers large-scale digital transformations where security and resilience are critical.

As a Security Architect Consultant, you will define and deliver end-to-end security architecture solutions for complex client programmes. You will apply your expertise to design secure systems, manage business and security risks, and provide practical, scalable security architectures that protect critical infrastructure and data.

The Security Architect Consultant role is hybrid, with a minimum of two days per week in the office or on client site, aligned to programme requirements.

Key Responsibilities - Security Architect Consultant
As a Security Architect Consultant, you will:

• Define end-to-end security architecture across projects and programmes, producing Conceptual, Logical, and Implementation Architecture views
• Design secure system architectures using principles and patterns that manage business and security risks
• Review and enhance client security measures with innovative, practical solutions
• Operate in agile, cross-functional teams to problem-solve both client and internal challenges
• Lead live whiteboarding sessions and collaborative workshops to define secure architectures
• Provide technical guidance to project teams and mentor junior colleagues in security best practices
• Ensure security considerations are embedded in all design and delivery activities
• Maintain awareness of emerging security trends, standards, and technologies to inform client solutions

The Security Architect Consultant will operate at the intersection of technical authority and client delivery, ensuring solutions are secure, compliant, and operationally resilient.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as a Security Architect Consultant delivering security solutions for large-scale infrastructure or integration projects
• Solid foundation in information security principles and best practices
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, IISP/CCP, TOGAF, or SABSA
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Experience collaborating with multiple stakeholders in fast-paced environments
• Eligibility for UK security clearance (British citizen or UK resident for the past 5 years)

Even if you don’t meet every requirement, applications are encouraged - the client hires across multiple levels within the Security Architect Consultant capability.

You Will Gain Exposure With

• Complex, high-stakes security architecture and transformation programmes
• Large-scale enterprise infrastructure and integration projects
• Cross-disciplinary collaboration with strategists, engineers, designers, and technologists
• Modern security frameworks, cloud platforms, and risk management methodologies
• A highly collaborative and inclusive technical community
• Structured learning budgets, certifications, and continuous professional development

Why Join?

• Join a consultancy consistently recognised as a top employer in the UK
• Work as a Security Architect Consultant on strategically important, high-impact programmes
• Hybrid working model with flexibility aligned to client needs
• Access to private healthcare, generous pension, and performance bonus
• Share ownership opportunities
• Strong commitment to inclusion, equality, and diverse career progression
• Operate at the intersection of technical authority, client impact, and strategic leadership

This Security Architect Consultant opportunity offers the chance to design and implement secure, resilient architectures while developing deep expertise within a consultancy that combines engineering rigour with purpose-led, high-impact transformation.

Interested? Apply Now!
Or reach out directly to Aaron O’Neill | LinkedIn

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#aaon

Solution Architect (Data)

Permanent

Manchester: £73,800 - £85,700

Hybrid: 2x days a week in the office

Introduction

You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping how data drives AQA’s future. As our Solution Architect (Data), you’ll help define and implement the organisation’s data strategy, working at the intersection of technology, governance and business change. Your expertise will guide how we design and build our data platforms, how we integrate data across the organisation and how we use information to improve outcomes for learners. You’ll be joining at a time when AQA is modernising its technology landscape, giving you real scope to influence decision-making, introduce new thinking and create long-term impact across enterprise and assessment technology.

Purpose of the Role

You will bring deep data expertise and architectural insight to help AQA develop a coherent and effective data landscape. You will support the development of organisation-wide data platforms, help define our data strategy, and work closely with colleagues to ensure data solutions align with our broader aims to support learners across the UK.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll be responsible for:

• Leading on data-focused solution architecture across enterprise and assessment technology domains.
• Designing and guiding delivery of data platforms and data integrations that meet business needs.
• Shaping AQA’s data strategy and contributing to data governance bodies such as the Data Council.

What We Are Looking For

You’ll thrive in this role if you enjoy bringing clarity to complex data landscapes and influencing key decisions. We’re looking for:

• Experience in architecture with a strong data background.
• Familiarity with TOGAF, Zachman or similar frameworks.
• Ability to present clearly and confidently up to C-suite level.
• Strong analytical mindset with a focus on practical delivery.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

What’s in It for You

This role gives you the opportunity to shape the future of AQA’s data direction. You’ll benefit from:

• Exposure to strategic, organisation-wide data initiatives and platforms.
• Opportunities to grow within multiple architecture domains.
• 25 days’ annual leave, rising to 30 with service, plus bank holidays and extra closure days at Christmas
• a 35-hour working week with flexible working arrangements
• an excellent contributory pension scheme (6%-11.5% depending on your contribution)
• life assurance, BUPA PMI, and health cash plan
• enhanced maternity and paternity schemes

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At AQA, we are committed to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes equity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse team brings richer perspectives and drives better outcomes. Our ED&I strategy ensures that everyone-regardless of religion, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, age, disability, sexual orientation, or background-is valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We actively promote inclusive language, avoid stereotypes, and strive for representation across all dimensions of diversity. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences.

Application Process

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter. Interviews will be a two stage process including an initial MS Teams call followed by an in-person interview at our Manchester office. Closing date for applications is Sunday 15th March.

#PRO22

Raytheon UK is searching for a Security Architect to join our OMNIA Training team. You must be able to make effective and highly valued contributions to activities across the project lifecycle in collective training and deployed IT environments.

As Security Architect, you will be critical to the successful delivery of the programme, collaborating within matrix organisation, with multi-disciplinary teams - you’ll apply holistic approach to create solutions that will help the customer achieve ambitious goals. Our Security Architect will concentrate on Information Assurance and Cyber Security primarily and also support Physical and Personnel Security.

OMNIA are redefining the British Army’s collective training. To do that, we are looking for the best and brightest minds from across the UK. We are backed by British innovation and powered by world-class experts, like you.

We are looking for individuals who want to serve. You’ll have a mission focus, and the enthusiasm and drive to deliver. You must be eligible and willing to obtain SC clearance and will be based at Warminster working in a hybrid style.

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing, contributing and management of the security vision, security architecture specifications, security architecture analysis, threat-modelling, security requirements, security standards and design patterns, reference architectures, security strategies and roadmaps
• Advising internal and customer leadership on Cybersecurity issues, systems, processes, products, and services
• Developing and/or carrying out the strategic direction of security projects to enable execution of the information security strategy
• Developing innovative security solutions to enable execution of the long-term security architecture
• Building strong cross-organisational relationships and effectively influencing the architecture team and stakeholders, ensuring security is properly embedded in wider teams’ technology domain architectures
• Serving as a Cybersecurity expert to contribute to the definition of overall system architecture, maintaining oversight of the design and implementation of systems to ensure appropriate and effective security controls are included

Required Skills and Experience

• Lead security design and review solutions with the other OMNIA architects
• Understanding / experience of Secure by Design and in formulating, recording and managing security risk and applying risk methodologies
• Supporting the development of Risk Management Framework documents and controls
• Strong strategic business acumen and understanding of business strategy and the ability to identify solutions using data / intelligence to deliver that strategy in a rapidly changing environment
• Strong management of technical and non-technical stakeholders’ expectations and understanding of security challenges across high-risk, high-complexity and/or under constrained timescales
• Knowledge of Enterprise Architecture methodologies such as TOGAF and MODAF or equivalent
• Proven experience of leading a small team
• Experience in, or knowledge of, DevSecOps Tooling and Processes, Cloud hosting / architectures
• Knowledge of MoD or Government IT Security environments and requirements at various classifications including SECRET and above

Desirable Skills and Experience:

• BSc. Information Security or significant commercial experience in a programme security environment
• Professional Information Security certifications in at least one of the following: CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CGRC
• Demonstrable knowledge of Government Standard 007: Security, ISO 27001 and NIST
• Problem management and/or ITIL experience.
• Knowledge of GEOINT and SIGINT, ACINT, MASINT, OSINT, HUMINT and the analysis of the data and information

*Formal offers to successful candidate will be conditional upon award \

What we offer:

• Chance to join a groundbreaking mission - to shape the future and drive innovation within a team focused on collaboration across a matrix organisation.
• You will join at a unique time, where you can join in shaping this team and be rewarded with ongoing development opportunities, and clear pathways to progress within a trusted defence industry partner.
• 37hr working week with early finish Fridays - start your weekend early!
• 25 days holiday + statutory public holidays, plus opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days and up to 5 paid days volunteering
• 10.5% company pension contribution with 6% employee contribution
• Annual company bonus scheme (discretionary)
• 6 times salary Life Assurance with pension
• Flexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice schemes, including Health Cashplan, Dental, and Cycle to Work, amongst others
• Enhanced sick pay
• Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity & shared parental leave

Raytheon UK

We take immense pride in being a leader in defence and aerospace technology. As an employer, we are dedicated to fuelling innovation, nurturing talent, and fostering a culture of excellence. Together, we are not just advancing technology; we’re building a community committed to safeguarding a safer and more connected world.

RTX

Raytheon UK is a landed company and part of the wider RTX organisation. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, USA, but with over 180,000 employees globally across every continent, RTX provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide and comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon.

Were working with a large organisation going through major cyber transformation to hire a IT Security Architect. This role is responsible for leading the integration of cybersecurity by design across Digital, Enterprise, and Operational Technology systems, ensuring proactive risk mitigation and compliance from the outset.

What youll do

• Develop and implement security architectures aligned with enterprise strategy, regulations, and control standards, with a focus on Azure and hybrid cloud environments.
• Collaborate with Enterprise, Solution, and Cloud Architects to embed security in all designs, including application security and Azure-native services.
• Define and maintain security standards, guidelines, and reference architectures for Azure workloads, identity management (e.g., Entra ID), and secure application development.
• Deliver clear cybersecurity advice to technical and non-technical stakeholders on Azure security best practices, threat protection, and compliance.
• Champion ‘Secure by Design’ across IT infrastructure, emphasizing Azure Defender, Sentinel, and application security controls.

What were looking for

• Expertise in enterprise IT systems, networks, Azure platforms, secure design principles, and architecture frameworks like TOGAF or SABSA.
• Proven experience as an IT Security Architect or secure systems engineer in complex cloud environments, creating technical designs for Azure security architecture, application security (e.g., OWASP, DevSecOps), and network segmentation.
• Strong knowledge of Azure-specific security tools (e.g., Azure Security Center, Key Vault, Policy, Private Link), threat modelling, secure SDLC, and assurance processes.
• Experience delivering “secure by design” in regulated sectors (e.g., finance, healthcare, critical infrastructure), including Azure compliance certifications like ISO 27001, SOC 2, and GDPR.
• Proficiency in cloud security architecture, including zero-trust models, container security (e.g., AKS), and multi-cloud/hybrid strategies.

Whilst we are looking for IT Security Architects, we’re open to speaking to Infrastructure Architects, Cloud Architects, or Technical Design Authorities with Azure security experience who want to specialize in IT Security Architecture.

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 program

This is a high-impact role where your expertise will influence strategy and strengthen cyber resilience. This is a permanent position based in the North West of England. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship. Candidates must have been living in the UK for the last 5 years without more than 6 months living in another country.

Job Title: SC Cleared Data Integration Architect (Primary Care Data)
Location: Hybrid/ 2-3 days near Bath
Duration: 6 months with possible extension
Rate: Up to £704 per day via an approved umbrella company
Must be willing and eligible to go through the SC Clearance process

Our client, a leading organisation in healthcare technology, is hiring for a reputable company to support their mission of modernising healthcare data platforms. We are seeking a skilled Data Integration Architect with strong primary care data domain expertise to lead the design and delivery of scalable, secure, and interoperable data solutions.

What you’ll be doing:

Define end-to-end data integration architectures across primary, community, and secondary care systems.
Design API-led, event-driven, and batch integration patterns supporting clinical, operational, and analytical needs.
Develop logical and physical data flow diagrams, interface specifications, and establish standards and reusable patterns.
Lead integration involving GP systems (appointments, prescribing, demographics), ensuring NHS standards (FHIR, HL7, SNOMED CT, dm+d).
Support population health, quality reporting, and analytics pipelines.
Act as technical authority across multiple projects, guiding implementation and ensuring architectural alignment.
Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure solutions meet clinical safety, security, and governance standards (GDPR, NHS IG, DSPT).
What you’ll bring:

Proven experience as a Data Integration Architect or Lead Integration Engineer, with a focus on primary care systems.
Hands-on expertise with API platforms, message brokers, ETL/ELT pipelines, and FHIR-based integrations.
Strong data modelling skills and experience designing cloud-native data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Deep understanding of UK primary care data flows, NHS interoperability standards, and patient identity management.
Knowledge of population health and analytics use cases.
Familiarity with healthcare security standards and clinical safety processes.

Desirable skills:

Experience modernising legacy healthcare platforms.
Exposure to population health management or integrated care systems.
Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD pipelines, and agile delivery frameworks.
Certification in TOGAF or similar architecture frameworks.
Join a forward-thinking team committed to transforming healthcare data. Apply now to be part of this impactful journey

Location: Harlow, Essex (3 days per week onsite)

Duration: 12-month contract

Inside IR35

Role details:
Our client, a leading organisation in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a highly skilled IT Solution Architect for a contract position. This role offers hybrid working based out of Harlow, with an expectation of at least 3 days a week onsite.

We require a candidate holding active SC clearance.

Key Responsibilities:

We are seeking a highly skilled Solution Architect to join our clients Architecture Team within the Digital Technology function. This role will be a key contributor to a major global ERP and connected systems transformation programme, operating in a highly regulated environment.

Working under the direction of the Lead Architect, the Solution Architect will serve as a trusted point of reference for the programme, helping translate business vision into robust technology designs while ensuring architectural coherence across applications, data, security, and integration landscapes.

Architecture & Design:-

Develop high-quality solution architectures that align with enterprise standards and support the global ERP transformation and its connected systems.
Ensure solutions meet functional and non-functional requirements, including performance, scalability, availability, and regulatory compliance.
Produce architecture artefacts such as logical and physical diagrams, design decisions, roadmaps, and interface specifications.

Collaboration & Technical Leadership:-

Work closely with the Lead Architect to ensure architectural consistency and alignment with strategic
technology direction.
Act as a point of architectural guidance for programme teams - clarifying solution intent, resolving design queries, and managing architectural risks.
Engage business stakeholders, product owners, engineering teams, vendors, and security partners to ensure clarity and buy-in for architectural outcomes.

Data & Security:-

Ensure data flows, data models, and data governance requirements are well understood and appropriately addressed in solution designs.
Embed security-by-design principles, working with cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal security frameworks.
Identify and mitigate risks related to privacy, data protection, and system integrity.

Integration & Connected Systems:-

Design integration patterns for ERP and satellite systems using modern integration platforms, APIs, messaging, and workflow capabilities.
Ensure end-to-end process coherence across ERP and connected applications (e.g., HRIS, CRM, manufacturing systems, reporting platforms).

Governance & Compliance:-

Apply enterprise architecture principles (TOGAF or similar) to ensure traceability, alignment, and structured decision-making.
Support architecture governance forums, design reviews, and adherence to architectural standards.
Ensure solutions meet the requirements of a highly regulated environment, including auditability, traceability, and compliance.

What we are looking for in you:

Essential:-

Active SC clearance
Proven experience as a Solution Architect working on large-scale transformation programmes, ideally global and multi-year.
Strong understanding of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics) and their integration across the enterprise ecosystem.
Competence with enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, SAFe, or equivalent.
Demonstrable experience in:
Application architecture
Data architecture, governance, and modelling
Security architecture fundamentals
API and integration architecture
Experience working in highly regulated sectors.
Ability to create clear, concise architectural documentation and communicate complex concepts to diverse stakeholders.

Desirable skills:-

Experience in cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) relevant to ERP and integration workloads.
Familiarity with global operating models and distributed delivery teams.
If you are an experienced Solution Architect looking to make an impact within a highly regulated environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to take on this exciting opportunity

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

We are seeking a high-calibre EUC Solutions Architect (Slack & Google Workspace) to join a major, multi-year transformation programme for a Tier-1 Global Bank. This role is at the heart of a strategic modernisation initiative, focusing on collaboration tool resilience and complex carve-out/separation scenarios.

As the Lead for the collaboration ecosystem, you will sit at the intersection of technology strategy and programme delivery, ensuring the bank maintains a secure, compliant, and scalable posture while transitioning platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Architectural Governance: Serve as the Lead Solutions Architect for all matters related to Google Workspace, Slack Enterprise Grid, and associated integration ecosystems (Identity, Security, Messaging).
• Solution Design: Define future-state collaboration architectures aligned to transformation objectives and enterprise banking standards.
• Discovery & Analysis: Lead technical workshops with CISO, Engineering, and Risk partners to translate business requirements into robust architectural artefacts.
• Integration Patterns: Design complex integration patterns between Slack, Google, and core banking systems (IAM, DLP, Monitoring, and Workflow automation).
• Carve-out Strategy: Provide hands-on guidance for Slack Enterprise Grid configurations and Google sharing controls specifically for divestiture and separation activities.

Essential Experience & Technical Stack

• EUC / Collaboration Architecture: Proven track record of designing and governing large-scale workplace solutions within highly regulated environments (Banking/FS).
• Slack Enterprise Grid: Deep expertise in EKM (Enterprise Key Management), user provisioning, DLP, eDiscovery, and retention compliance.
• Google Workspace: Comprehensive knowledge of Gmail, Drive, Shared Drives, and Admin Console governance.
• Security & Identity: Strong understanding of SAML/OAuth, event frameworks, and API-based automation.
• Programme Experience: Experience working on ‘Carve-outs’ or complex platform migrations is essential.

Desirable Qualifications

• Slack Certified Admin or Consultant.
• Google Workspace Admin or Technology certifications.
• Architectural Frameworks (TOGAF / Zachman).
• Experience with the wider ecosystem (Atlassian, O365, etc.).

Senior Technical Architect

Location: Bristol (Hybrid Working Available)
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 7 months +
Rate: £95 - £105 per hour - Inside IR35

Shape the Future of Secure, Mission-Critical Systems

Are you ready to lead technical design for complex, high-impact programmes? We’re seeking a Senior Technical Architect to provide strategic technical leadership across critical systems and services. This is an opportunity to influence roadmaps, drive innovation, and ensure solutions are secure, resilient, and future-ready.

Working in a collaborative, agile environment, you’ll take ownership of architectural direction while mentoring others and engaging senior stakeholders. A hybrid working model is available, combining on-site collaboration in Bristol with remote flexibility.

The Role

As a Senior Technical Architect, you will:

• Act as the technical authority for systems and services.
• Define and evolve architectures aligned to customer needs, architectural principles, and secure-by-design standards.
• Contribute to technology and business roadmaps, identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement.
• Lead technical reviews, trade-off analyses, and risk assessments for major design decisions.
• Mentor and coach architects and engineers, raising capability across the technical community.
• Represent the organisation at senior customer forums, technical boards, and industry events.
• Support business development activities, including technical bids and proposal input.
• Champion best practice, reuse, and model-based design approaches.

What You’ll Bring

Essential Experience & Skills:

• Proven expertise in system and service architecture (infrastructure, applications, data, networking, cloud).
• Knowledge of architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, MODAF, or NAF.
• Strong knowledge of 3GPP technical standards.
• Advanced understanding of secure system design and cyber security standards.
• Experience shaping architecture within Agile or SAFe delivery environments.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to mentor, coach, and provide thought leadership.

Technical Skills

Must Have:

• 3GPP Specifications
• Amazon AWS Cloud Practitioner (certification or equivalent experience)

Nice To Have:

• ArchiMate
• AWS Solutions Architect
• Certified TOGAF Enterprise Architect
• DevOps/DevSecOps
• ESN/TETRA
• Mission Critical Communications

Desirable Experience

• Industry certifications (eg, TOGAF, ArchiMate).
• Vendor certifications (eg, AWS).
• Knowledge of emergency services communications environments.
• Experience with mission-critical communications software.
• Exposure to cloud-native, DevSecOps, and automation approaches.
• Experience contributing to enterprise technology strategy and international programmes.
• Background in service design, digital transformation, or operational modernisation.
• Experience presenting at senior technical boards or conferences.

Security Clearance

This role is subject to UK pre-employment screening in line with BPSS standards. Eligibility for Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV) may be required.

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.

Rate: 80 - 105 per hour

IR35 status: Inside IR35

Duration: Initially 6 months

Location: South West (Bristol) - Hybrid circa two days a week in the office

Clearance: Active SC Clearance is required.

You will join a global technology consultancy working with the MoD. As a technical Architect you should be comfortable working in a customer facing role. This role requires an understanding of the mission critical communications space and associated standards.

The role:

• 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.

Your skills and experience:

• Knowledge of 3GPP technical standards
• 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

Desirable:

• Industry certifications (e.g. TOGAF, ArchiMate)
• Vendor certifications (e.g. AWS)
• Knowledge of TETRA / ESN and emergency services organisations
• Knowledge of mission critical communication software
• Experience contributing to technology roadmaps and enterprise strategy

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Must Have 3GPP Specifications and Amazon AWS Cloud Practitioner

Nice To Have

• ArchiMate
• AWS Solution Architect
• Certified TOGAS Enterprise Architect
• DevOps/DevSecOps
• ESN/TETRA
• Mission Critical Communications

Technical Architect | Multiple UK Base Offices (Hybrid Working) | 6 Months | Inside IR35

Must be SC Eligible

Rate: 525

The Opportunity

Step into a role where your architectural vision directly influences critical digital services across government, healthcare, and mission-driven organisations. You’ll design and deliver sophisticated technical solutions that balance innovation with pragmatism, working on projects that genuinely matter.

You’ll be part of a collaborative architecture practice where knowledge-sharing is embedded in the culture, and your professional growth is actively supported through exposure to diverse challenges and expert colleagues.

What You’ll Do

Design for Impact

Define robust software architectures using proven patterns and modern approaches, creating detailed designs that power large-scale enterprise applications aligned to real business needs.

Lead Through Influence

Guide multidisciplinary delivery teams to bring your architectural vision to life, ensuring solutions are performant, maintainable, and user-focused.

Drive Quality Standards

Navigate architecture governance processes and contribute to evolving assurance frameworks, ensuring designs meet quality attributes and non-functional requirements.

Innovate Responsibly

Evaluate emerging technologies and patterns, introducing innovations that deliver measurable value to projects and stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For

Core Technical Capabilities

You don’t NEED “Technical Architect” on your CV, but you do need to demonstrate architectural thinking and delivery. We’re looking for evidence that you:

• Design and implement technical solutions for modern, enterprise-scale systems using effective patterns and appropriate technologies
• Take ownership of architectural designs from conception through to live service
• Possess deep knowledge of software development practices, programming languages, and design methodologies, and know when to apply each
• Translate business requirements into implementable components that deliver tangible outcomes
• Champion non-functional requirements and architectural quality attributes

Consultancy Mindset

Technical expertise alone isn’t enough. We need Architects who can:

• Build trusted relationships across business and technical stakeholders, creating alignment around technical direction
• Apply structured problem-solving approaches to complex challenges
• Lead collaboratively, bringing teams along through influence rather than authority
• Mentor and develop colleagues, sharing knowledge generously
• Stay current with technology trends while maintaining practical focus

Valuable Additional Experience

While not essential, the following would strengthen your application:

• Familiarity with architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman, Open Agile Architecture, or similar)
• Experience delivering digital services within UK Government standards, including Service Manual guidance, Agile delivery approaches, and Service Assessments
• Understanding of user-centred design principles and accessibility standards (WCAG)
• Practical knowledge of DevOps practices and service management

If you don’t have all of this, don’t let that stop you applying - support and development are available.

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Introduction

Saab UK is part of Scandinavia’s largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training.

What you will be part of:

Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters.

Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.

Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations.

The Role:

This is an initial 6 month contract role within our UK IT Business Unit. The IT Solution Architect will be responsible for designing and implementing technology solutions that align with business objectives and technical requirements. This role bridges the gap between business needs and IT capabilities, ensuring that solutions are scalable, secure, and cost-effective. The Solution Architect works closely with stakeholders, developers, and project managers to deliver robust architectures that support organisational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Solution Design & Architecture to a high standard.
• Develop high-level and detailed solution architectures for IT systems and applications.
• Ensure solutions comply with enterprise architecture standards, security policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Create architectural diagrams, models, and documentation for proposed solutions.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Collaborate with business analysts, project managers, and technical teams to understand requirements.
• Present architectural solutions to stakeholders and obtain buy-in.
• Technology Evaluation
• Assess emerging technologies and recommend adoption where appropriate.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for proposed solutions.
• Governance & Standards
• Define and enforce architectural principles, guidelines, and best practices.
• Ensure consistency and integration across systems and platforms.
• Implementation Support
• Provide technical leadership during solution implementation.
• Troubleshoot architectural issues and guide development teams.
• Perform Risk Management.
• Identify potential risks in solution design and propose mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with data protection and cybersecurity standards.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 7+ years in IT roles, with at least 3 years in solution architecture.
• Experience in large-scale system design and implementation.
• Certifications (Preferred).
• TOGAF, AWS/Azure Solution Architect, ITIL.
• Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman).
• Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid architectures.
• Experience with APIs, microservices, and integration patterns.
• Understanding of networking, security, and infrastructure principles.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving.
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Strong analytical skills for evaluating complex systems.
• Communication & Leadership.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Self-motivated, resilient and able to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

Cyber Security Consultant / Security Assurance SME

Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our central government client, who is seeking a Cyber Security Consultant for an initial 6 assignments with the option to extend.

Location: London / Milton Keynes / Hybrid / Remote

The ideal candidate will have an active Security clearance and a strong background in Cyber Security Assurance within a high-threat government environment.

Skills and experience.

• Experience in producing GovAssure and Secure-By-Design assessments, including Risk Assessment Papers, Risk Treatment Plans, Risk Business Cases, and Security Management Plans.
• Knowledge and experience with security architecture and Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools, such as Splunk, Defender, Sentinel, ELK, and Tenable Threat Modelling System solutions.
• Extensive understanding of cybersecurity threats, attack vectors, vulnerabilities, and security controls.
• Demonstrable knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards, including the NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework, ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT, as well as SABSA and TOGAF.
• Experience in risk and threat modelling within high-threat government environments.
• Preferred Qualifications: Industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GIAC are highly desirable.

Infrastructure Cloud Architect (Azure TOGAF Enterprise Architecture)

We are seeking an experienced Cloud Architect with strong enterprise architecture expertise, ideally TOGAF certified and deep hands-on Azure cloud experience. This role will lead the design, governance, and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud solutions across infrastructure, applications, security, and DevOps.

You will play a key role in shaping cloud strategy, modernising legacy platforms, and ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture standards and security frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and govern cloud architecture strategy aligned to TOGAF principles
• Design and implement Azure-based solutions across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS
• Lead cloud migration and transformation initiatives
• Architect secure enterprise solutions aligned with ISO27001 and Azure Security Benchmark
• Provide technical leadership across infrastructure, applications, networking, and DevOps
• Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform
• Ensure DevSecOps best practices using Azure DevOps
• Support hybrid infrastructure (on-prem & cloud integration)
• Collaborate with security, networking, and development teams to deliver resilient solutions

Required Technical Expertise

Cloud Platforms

• Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
• Microsoft 365 (M365)
• Azure DevOps
• Cloud Security & Governance

Applications & Platforms

• .NET Framework / .NET Core
• Microsoft Dynamics
• SQL Server
• SSRS
• M365 Apps
• Exchange
• SharePoint
• IIS
• Apache

Security

• OWASP
• Firewalls
• ISO27001
• Azure Security Benchmark
• Microsoft Defender
• zScaler
• CASB technologies

Networking

• Enterprise switching & routing
• MPLS
• ExpressRoute
• Azure Front Door
• Routing protocols
• Firewalls

Infrastructure

• VMware
• Windows Server ()
• Linux Server environments

Development & Delivery

• SDLC best practices
• Azure DevOps
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)

Our Public Sector client is looking to grow their team with an Enterprise Architect. This role can be done remote with weekly visits to the Birmingham office. In this role you will work alongside Data & Solution Architects and your role is to ensure alignment with business strategies and priorities.

Client Details

Our Public Sector client is looking to grow their team with an Enterprise Architect. This role can be done remote with weekly visits to the Birmingham office. In this role you will work alongside Data & Solution Architects and your role is to ensure alignment with business strategies and priorities.

Description

• Develop and maintain enterprise architecture frameworks to align with organisational objectives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to design and implement technology strategies and solutions.
• Evaluate current systems and provide recommendations for improvement or replacement.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in the public sector.
• Lead the integration of new technologies to support business operations and objectives.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to teams across the organisation.
• Develop roadmaps for future technology initiatives and infrastructure enhancements.
• Monitor and manage risks associated with technology implementations.

Profile

Must haves:

• Currently in an Enterprise Architect role
• Strong stakeholder skills - this is a key part of the role - technical & non technical
• Experience working on multiple projects

Nice to haves:

• Data & Risk experience
• Microsoft stack
• TOGAF

Job Offer

• Pension up to 19%
• 25 days + BHS - raises with service
• Option to buy/sell leave
• 35 hour work week
• Season ticket loan
• Home working allowance
• Private medical insurance
• Various courses / paid training

Lead Service Designer / SC Cleared / DV Cleared / Inside IR35 / 580 / 6 Months / Contract / Milton Keynes

A Service Designer is required to lead the coordination of Service Design activity across the Technology and Operations portfolio within a Public Sector organisation as well provide leadership and management of the Service Design function, guiding teams and stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable, and supportable services that meet user and business needs.
Essential:

• Degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or Information Technology.
• Holds professional level certifications such as ITIL (Foundation or higher), BCS Certificate in Service Design, ISO/IEC 20000 Practitioner (Service Management Standard), Service Integration and Management (SIAM), Lean Six Sigma, TOGAF, AgilePM, or equivalent experience.
• Translate business, user, and operational requirements into coherent, efficient, and cost-effective service designs. Creating end to end Service Design Packages (SDPs).
• Understand Agile and user-centred design approaches, and how they integrate with service delivery.
• Experience leading and line managing Service Designers, providing direction, coaching, and professional development to build capability and excellence across functions.
• Track record of deputising for senior technology leaders, engaging with senior stakeholders and governance forums to provide clear, evidence-based service advice.
• Experience designing secure or air-gapped platforms within the government sector.
• Knowledge of NCSC, GDS, and UK government security frameworks, including Secure by Design, Cloud Security Principles, Government Functional Standards, and the Technology Code of Practice.
• Demonstrate in-depth understanding of service design principles, IT service management frameworks (e.g. ITIL), and end-to-end service lifecycle management.
• Understand enterprise and technical architecture concepts, ensuring service designs align with strategic and operational objectives.
• Lead co-design workshops and apply human-centred design methods to solve strategic problems.
• Awareness of accessibility, inclusion, and usability standards within digital and operational service design.
• Led or managed teams, providing direction and professional development.
• Proven experience leading service design, delivery, and governance of large-scale IT or digital services.
• Have experience producing and maintaining service blueprints, operating models, SLAs, and OLAs that enable effective service delivery.
• Demonstrate success in building relationships with senior stakeholders, influencing technical and business decisions through credible advice.
• Work collaboratively with Technical Architects, Service Owners, Product Owners, and delivery teams to translate requirements into practical and supportable service models.
• Developed service design options and advised on time, cost, quality, and trade-offs.
• Experience designing business continuity, disaster recovery, and resilience solutions.
• Influenced senior stakeholders through credible, evidence-based recommendations.
• Used operational data and metrics to identify and deliver optimisation opportunities.
• Maintained continuous professional development and awareness of emerging tools.

Desirable:

• You will hold membership of a recognised professional body such as BCS or IET.
• Experience of designing for government security classification OFFICIAL and above.
• Awareness of AI technologies to enable operational efficiency and data-driven decisions.

Ideally the successful candidate will currently hold DV clearance but we can consider SC cleared or eligible for SC Clearance.

Cyber Security Architect

Location: Remote

Duration: 6 Months

Department: Cyber Security

Reporting To: Head of Security Architecture

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Solutions Architect with strong AI skills and knowledge, to provide architectural solution design and assurance across technology, cloud, data, and AI-enabled initiatives. The role focuses on designing secure, scalable, and compliant solutions, enabling innovation while ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture, regulatory requirements, and organisational risk appetite.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead solution design and assure end-to-end solution architectures, including cloud platforms, enterprise systems, data pipelines, and AI/ML solutions.
• Embed secure-by-design and responsible AI principles, covering data protection, model governance, and risk management.
• Identify and mitigate architectural, security, and AI-related risks using a risk-based, pragmatic approach.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, data teams, and stakeholders to deliver secure and resilient solutions.
• Contribute to architecture governance, design authorities, and continuous improvement of security and AI assurance practices.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Solutions Architect or Security Architect in complex or regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge of security and enterprise architecture principles (e.g. zero trust, defence in depth).
• Experience with AI-enabled solutions, data platforms, and cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with TOGAF, NIST, ISO 27001, OWASP Top 10 and emerging AI governance frameworks.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical, security, and AI risks to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Key Competencies

• Analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Risk-based decision-making
• Stakeholder engagement
• Adaptability and pragmatism
• Highly driven, energetic and self-motivated
• Team player with the ability to proactively work to group-aligned targets and objectives.

If you believe you have the experience required, please apply with your CV now for instant consideration!

TO APPLY - PLEASE APPLY WITH AN UP-TO-DATE CV

Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered.

Please be advised if you haven’t heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly.

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.

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.

Location: Sunderland (onsite 3 days per week)

Salary: to be discussed

Are you an experienced Solution Architect with a background designing solutions across Infrastructure, Cloud, Integration, Data OR Applications? Are you looking for a new opportunity to join a business at a time of modernisation and growth? If so, apply now for this newly created role.

We are seeking two Solution Architects for the same business and therefore the domain experience doesn’t need to include all areas mentioned.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a business that is committed to modernisation and transformation, leveraging skills and technology to help drive their business to succeed.

The Solution Architect will design and deliver technology solutions that align with business objectives and enterprise architecture standards. This role translates business requirements into robust, scalable, and secure solution designs, ensuring interoperability and future readiness across the technology landscape.

You will collaborate closely with business stakeholders, project teams, and other architects to deliver value-driven solutions that support growth and innovation.

The successful Solution Architect will be responsible for the following:

• Design end-to-end, value-driven technology solutions aligned to enterprise architecture, strategic priorities, and platform roadmaps

• Develop solution designs that promote standardisation, reusability, interoperability, and sustainability

• Contribute to the evolution of architecture patterns, standards, and best practices

• Translate business objectives and functional/non-functional requirements into actionable solution architectures and technology roadmaps

• Provide solution options and recommendations that balance cost, risk, time-to-value, and long-term maintainability.

• Engage with product/platform teams and third-party vendors to evaluate technology options, constraints, and risks

• Lead and assure solution delivery throughout the lifecycle - from discovery and shaping through to build, testing, and implementation

• Participate in design assurance processes, architecture boards, and governance forums

• Support portfolio management and investment planning through accurate sizing, estimation, and architectural impact assessment

• Maintain awareness of emerging technologies and industry trends, assessing their suitability for future ambitions

Skills & Experience

• Significant experience in solution architecture or related roles within complex organisations
• Proven ability to design and deliver solutions that achieve business alignment, scalability, interoperability, and compliance with industry frameworks (eg TOGAF, Zachman)
• Strong technical knowledge across (some, not all of) infrastructure, applications, data, integration, cloud-native solution design (Azure and AWS), and security domains
• Excellent technical and business stakeholder engagement, facilitation, and influencing skills

Please note that this role will be based in Sunderland with 3 days per week on-site.

Salary and package can be discussed directly.

For further information, please submit your profile and we will be in touch to discuss further.

Solution Architect

Job Title: Solutions Architect - Salesforce

Location: London (Hybrid)
Type: Contract, Full-Time

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Solutions Architect to join a rapidly growing organisation. As a Solutions Architect, you will be responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive solutions that meet our client’s needs and drive their business success.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge in Customer CRM, Salesforce, Service Cloud, and migration experience.

As a Solutions Architect, you will be responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive solutions that meet our client’s needs and drive their business success.

You will be responsible for the ownership of solution architecture and technical designs within programmes of work.

Key Skills and Experience

• Customer CRM: Proven experience in implementing and managing Customer Relationship Management systems.
• Ideally you have experience in the retail sector.
• Salesforce experience specifically with Service Cloud.
• Service Cloud: Hands-on experience with Salesforce Service Cloud, including setup, configuration, and optimization.
• Knowledge of TOGAF

You must be a team player with the ability to work in a collaborative environment.

If the role is of interest please get across your CV.

Remote - UK

Up to £100,000 + £8,000 car allowance

VIQU have partnered with a leading engineering organisation who are seeking a skilled Dynamics 365 CRM Solutions Architect to lead the design and implementation of CRM and FSM solutions, focusing primarily on Dynamics 365 CE. The successful Dynamics CRM Solutions Architect will play a pivotal role in supporting a major global transformation initiative, driving the migration and optimisation of CRM and FSM solutions across various global locations. As the Dynamics 365 CRM Solution Architect, you will be responsible for defining and overseeing the architecture of the company s CRM and FSM systems, ensuring they align with the organisation’s business needs.

Key Responsibilities of the Dynamics CRM Solutions Architect:

• Lead the design and architecture of Dynamics 365 CRM and FSM solutions, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals and enterprise architecture governance.
• Collaborate closely with Product Owners and key stakeholders to oversee the global deployment of solutions.
• Offer expert guidance on best practices, identifying areas for improvement within CRM/FSM.
• Contribute to the development of business cases and long-term roadmaps for future projects.
• Organise and facilitate solution design workshops, leading discussions to define, evaluate, and document proposed solutions.
• Stay updated on new technologies and trends, recommending system enhancements.
• Lead product demonstrations, working alongside both technical and business teams.

Experience Required of the Dynamics CRM Solutions Architect:

• Extensive experience as a Functional Consultant or Solutions Architect, with a strong focus on Dynamics 365 CRM and FSM.
• Proven leadership experience in managing Dynamics CRM/FSM projects and application development.
• Experience with Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement (CE) modules, including Marketing, Sales, Customer Service, and Field Service (Field Service is a bonus).
• CPQ experience would be great but not essential (Configure, Price, Quote).
• In-depth knowledge of Azure and hands-on experience with the implementation of COTS, SaaS, and cloud-based technologies.
• Expertise in designing and developing solutions across multiple platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with global teams.
• Strong understanding of complex organisational structures and the interdependencies between business units.
• Certifications in architecture frameworks, such as TOGAF or Archimate (desired).

To discuss this exciting opportunity in more detail, please APPLY NOW. Alternatively, you can contact Katie Dark directly on (url removed).

If you know someone who would be ideal for this role, by way of showing our appreciation, VIQU is offering an introduction fee up to £1,000 once your referral has successfully started work with our client (terms apply).

Dynamics CRM Solutions Architect

Remote - UK

Up to £100,000 + £8,000 car allowance