Senior Technical Architect – Police Staff - Technology – Counter Terrorism Policing HQ

Salary: The starting salary is £63,409, which includes allowances totalling £3,009. The salary is broken down as £60,400 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale £65,886. Plus, a location allowance of £2,009 and a non‑pensionable allowance of £1,000.

Help protect the UK with your technical expertise. Your skills could help protect the UK. With the ongoing terrorist threat, there has never been a more important time to work alongside some of the best and brightest to help keep people safe. A career within Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) is like no other — every day offers new challenges, meaningful work, and the opportunity to contribute to the security of the nation.

About the role: As a Senior Technical Architect, you will work closely with the Chief Technical Architect to design and shape enterprise‑level solutions across a wide range of ICT projects. You’ll help ensure our systems, services and infrastructure are modern, secure and efficiently delivered.

You will:

• Design systems and services, clearly documenting and communicating technical decisions.
• Collaborate effectively with stakeholders, offering challenge, insight and direction.
• Translate technical issues into accessible, non‑technical language.
• Mentor and guide junior colleagues as part of a growing architecture practice.
• Create designs aligned to CTP architecture principles, ensuring risks, dependencies and quality standards are managed.
• Track emerging technologies and assess opportunities for innovation.

This is a position where your work has real impact — every architectural decision contributes to safeguarding the public.

Vetting: This post requires access to the most sensitive intelligence material on a daily basis. Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Developed Vetting (DV) level before taking up the post. This post requires British nationality (some dual nationals may be ineligible) and an Enhanced Security Check (eSC)/Developed Vetting (DV) clearance. As the post holder will have access to very sensitive information, there are limitations on travelling to a small number of countries and we will undertake additional security checks as part of the recruitment process. Applications from candidates with close connections to certain countries may take considerably longer to process, or in some cases result in a withdrawal of an offer of employment. Further details will be provided at the conditional offer stage.

Confidentiality Agreement: Applicants should also be aware of the need to sign a confidentiality agreement on taking up the post.

Our Employee Commitments: Counter Terrorism Policing aims to create an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere and culture and an environment where all our people feel a strong sense of belonging and are able to reach their full potential. Where any group or individual can be and feel respected, supported and valued to fully participate and contribute to our mission of “Working to keep people safe from Terrorism”. Inclusion, diversity and equality is at the front and centre of our approach to make the composition of Counter Terrorism Policing more representative of the communities we serve. As Counter Terrorism is rooted in Local Policing, to tackle today’s complex policing challenges, applications from across all communities are therefore essential and encouraged.

Counter Terrorism Policing as a network is committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long‑term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations. Counter Terrorism Policing is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working arrangements, including part time working or job share. In addition, this role has been reviewed following learning from work during the Covid pandemic and may be done in an agile manner. In the first instance, please contact the vacancy holder to discuss how such arrangements could be accommodated (where applicable).

How to apply: To begin your career at the Met, please click the "apply button". The application process requires a comprehensive CV, a Personal Statement, and an online application form. In your Personal Statement, you should explain your interest in the position and illustrate how your skills and experiences make you a suitable candidate. Please note that you should not submit two copies of your CV, and ensure that your documents are saved in either PDF or Word format, clearly labelled as CV and Personal Statement. Completed applications must be submitted by 23:55 on 15th May 2026. Once received, your application will be reviewed against eligibility criteria, following this, your application will be reviewed by the hiring manager. Following application review, successful candidates will be invited to interview.

Essential For The Role: What you’ll bring. We are looking for people who can demonstrate the following:

• Strong knowledge of Government Security Classifications and the Security Policy Framework.
• Experience working with security accreditors and producing design documentation up to IL5.
• Understanding of Agile and ITIL methodologies.
• Ability to communicate complex technical ideas clearly to technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Experience creating roadmaps and contributing to long‑term architectural strategy.
• TOGAF certification.
• Ability to balance competing priorities and deliver high‑quality outcomes.

A career in CTP means joining a world‑class network of specialists making a real difference. You'll work in an inclusive, supportive environment where we value diversity and the unique perspectives each person brings. You’ll benefit from:

• Opportunities for learning, development and career progression.
• Flexible working arrangements (including part‑time, blended and remote working where suitable).
• The chance to work on nationally significant technology challenges.

We work hard to ensure all colleagues feel a strong sense of belonging. Inclusion, diversity, and equality are central to who we are and how we operate.