Enterprise Architect Manager, Defence and National Security (DV) in Kennington

Role: Enterprise Architect, Defence and National Security (DV)Career Level: ManagerOrganisation: Strategy & Consulting > Technology Strategy & AdvisoryLocations: London, Bristol, ManchesterIndustry: Health & Public ServiceAbout the roleWe are growing our Enterprise Architecture capability within Accenture UK’s Technology Strategy and Advisory practice and are looking for experienced Enterprise Architect Managers to help shape and deliver some of the UK Government’s most complex and high-impact transformation programmes.In this role, you will work at the intersection of business strategy, technology, and data, partnering with senior client stakeholders to define enterprise architecture vision, roadmaps, and operating models that enable meaningful, large-scale change. You’ll lead architectural thinking across complex environments, influence key decisions, and help organisations realise value through modern technology platforms, data and emerging capabilities.This is a client-facing role in secure environments, suited to architects who enjoy combining strategic thinking with practical delivery and who want to play a leadership role in shaping enterprise-wide defence and national security outcomes.What you’ll do As an Enterprise Architect Manager, you will:Translate business strategy into enterprise architecture vision, target states and transformation roadmapsAssess the impact of strategic change across the enterprise architecture landscape, including business, application, data, technology, infrastructure and operationsLead the development of enterprise architecture blueprints, illustrating end-to-end technology landscapes, integrations and data flowsProvide architecture leadership across strategic, complex digital reinvention and transformation programmesDevelop value cases and investment justifications to support executive decision-makingApply Lean and Agile enterprise architecture principles to complex technology environmentsConduct end-to-end vendor and platform assessments across technology, data and integration layersAct as a trusted advisor between business, technology teams and third-party suppliers, facilitating and concluding key architectural decisionsEstablish and apply enterprise architecture governance, ensuring initiatives align to agreed standards while enabling business outcomesLead the design and governance of enterprise data platform capabilities, including integration and automationDefine and support implementation of enterprise architecture operating modelsDeliver enterprise architecture maturity assessments and improvement roadmapsStay current on industry trends and emerging technologies, identifying opportunities to drive innovation and changeWhat we’re looking forWe are looking for individuals who bring strong technology strategy and/or enterprise architecture experience combined with the ability to operate confidently in secure, complex client environments.You will have:Experience working within secure UK environments (e.g., Defence/Defence Industry, Public Safety, National Security)Experience in one or more architecture domains: Business, Application, Data and/or TechnologyA background of involvement in large-scale, complex or highly-sensitive digital transformation or reinvention programmesStrong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior audiencesThe ability to work and communicate across different levels of architectural abstractionAn inquisitive mindset with interest in emerging technologies such as AI, data, cloud, automation and roboticsFull professional proficiency in EnglishSet yourself apartWe are particularly interested in candidates who have some or all of the following:Deep knowledge of the secure UK Government sector and its technology landscapePrevious consulting experienceKnowledge of the Government Service Manual, Technology Code of Practice (TCoP) and UK Digital / Data strategiesExperience as a solution architect, enterprise architect or technology strategistExperience in enterprise architecture initiatives such as application rationalisation, re-platforming, modernisation and data architecture transformationExperience with business capability models, process taxonomies and maturity assessmentsExperience designing or governing data platform architectures, including data quality, metadata, security, privacy and complianceUnderstanding of public and private cloud architecturesExperience with hyperscale and enterprise platforms (e.g. SAP, Workday, Oracle, Salesforce, public cloud providers)Experience contributing to or designing AI-enabled solutionsExperience using enterprise architecture tools such as LeanIX, Avolution, Orbus, Bizzdesign or similarRelevant certifications (e.g. TOGAF, COBIT, DCAM, AWS/Azure/GCP architecture)Knowledge of DAMA-DMBOKSecurity requirements (mandatory)Please note that any offer and commencement of employment is subject to:Confirmation that you already hold valid Security Check (SC) clearanceSuccessful Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checksYou declaration that you are a British passport holder with no dual nationality at the point of applicationThese requirements are mandated by our clients and align with UK Government security policies.Working arrangementsThis is a client-facing role within secure environments. We support flexible and hybrid working where possible, balanced with the requirement to spend time on-site with clients and partners to deliver high-quality outcomes.What’s in it for youIn addition to a competitive salary, you’ll receive an extensive benefits package, including:30 days’ annual leavePrivate medical insuranceThree additional paid days per year for charitable or volunteering activitiesAccess to Accenture’s global learning, development and career progression opportunities