Defence Interoperability Operational Analyst / Business Architect
SC Cleared Contract Opportunity
Location: Fully Remote (UK)
Extension: Likely Extension Beyond Initial Term
Clearance: Active SC Clearance Required
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Defence Interoperability Operational Analyst / Business Architect to support the development of next-generation information interoperability capabilities across complex defence environments.
Working within a highly skilled cross-functional team, you will play a key role in shaping interoperability architectures and operational concepts supporting Command, Control, Communications and Intelligence (C3I) capabilities across multiple domains.
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to strategically important defence initiatives focused on secure information exchange, operational effectiveness, and future capability development.
Key Responsibilities
- Engage with a broad range of defence stakeholders to develop and validate operational concepts including ConOps, ConUse and ConEmp.
- Support the design and evolution of information interoperability architectures across strategic, operational and tactical environments.
- Capture and analyse operational requirements from diverse user communities.
- Lead and support user-focused research activities, ensuring operational needs are reflected within solution development.
- Facilitate stakeholder workshops and collaborative engagement sessions.
- Translate complex operational requirements into clear architectural and business outcomes.
- Analyse mission scenarios and operational workflows to identify interoperability requirements.
- Support the development of future operational capabilities through mission-focused analysis and planning.
- Work closely with technical and delivery teams to ensure solutions remain aligned with operational objectives.
Required Experience
- Extensive experience within Defence operational analysis, business architecture, enterprise architecture, or capability development environments.
- Proven experience developing or contributing to:
- Concept of Operations (ConOps)
- Concept of Use (ConUse)
- Concept of Employment (ConEmp)
- Strong understanding of Defence interoperability and information exchange.
- Experience working within Command, Control, Communications and Intelligence (C3I) environments.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and workshop facilitation skills.
- Ability to influence and build relationships across technical and operational communities.
- Experience gathering, analysing and documenting complex operational requirements.
- Strong understanding of Defence capability development and operational planning.
- Active SC Clearance.
- Experience operating across multiple domains including:
- Land
- Maritime
- Air
- Cyber
- Space
- Knowledge of Defence architecture and interoperability frameworks such as:
- MoDAF
- NAF
- UAF
- TOGAF
- Experience supporting mission thread analysis and development.
- User-Centred Design (UCD) or related user research experience.
- NATO interoperability experience.
- Systems engineering or operational capability development background.
Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will be a strong communicator with the ability to operate comfortably within complex Defence environments, engaging with both operational users and technical stakeholders.
You will possess a pragmatic approach to problem-solving, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to transform operational challenges into actionable business and architectural outcomes.
- Role: Defence Interoperability Operational Analyst / Business Architect
- Location: Fully Remote
- Contract: Initial 3 Months
- Extension: Potential for Further Extension
- Clearance: Active SC Clearance Required
- Start Date: ASAP
This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile Defence programmes focused on enhancing interoperability, information sharing, and operational effectiveness across complex secure environments.
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Data Interoperability Architect employer: Coltech
Coltech is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture in the heart of London, where innovation meets collaboration. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to mentor junior consultants and expand your professional network while working with high-demand technology accounts. The company offers competitive benefits and a supportive environment that encourages personal and professional development, making it a rewarding place to build your career.
