Public Sector & Defence Industry CTO in Milton Keynes

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This role will provide the strategic technology vision, technical leadership, innovation and growth for the Public Sector & Defence (PS&D) Industry in the UK&I. It spans the full solution lifecycle, from pre‑sales and bid support to delivery, transformation and service operations and will be critical in delivering the Industry growth target.

What You’ll Do Within Your Industry

• Provide strategic technical leadership across the PS&D Industry, working closely with the PS&D CEPs, Cluster / Account CTO(s), Account Sales Executives, wider Sales and Growth Teams, Client Delivery Teams, Marketing and Communications and Partners & Vendors.
• Develop PS&D Industry specific technology strategies and roadmaps in conjunction with the CEPs and Sales teams.
• Work with the Industry Head to create a compelling improved future position for the Industry, considering existing policy, steps to achieve change, outcomes and investment required to achieve a shared ambition for Atos and our customers.
• Help drive the growth (50% of the role) within the Industry, supporting the Industry Sales and Business Development teams with targeted opportunities for new and existing clients, using a combination of market analysis and client workshops.
• Work closely with, and across, the Business Lines to leverage their joint capabilities to develop Industry specific solutions in line with Atos and industry frameworks, reusing / repurposing existing assets where possible.
• Act as formal sign‑off / red reviewer for Industry specific deals, ensuring solutions deliver both business and technical excellence in line with client requirements and Atos standards.
• Build strong relationships with key customer stakeholders to C-level, developing a deep understanding of their business through direct engagement and intelligent insights to identify growth opportunities that drive long‑term value.
• Drive innovation by maintaining awareness of technology trends, bringing fresh ideas into the business through targeted innovation sessions, Strat Hacks, Hackathons, Lunch and Learns, etc.
• Lead, mentor, and grow the Account CTO(s) and Lead Architect community within the Industry, fostering collaboration, technical excellence and a high‑performance culture.
• As this role forms part of the CTO and Architecture Senior Leadership Team, work closely with the other Industry CTOs and the Head of CTO and Architecture.
• Be a member and contributor of the broader technical community, supporting the Cluster CTOs by sharing knowledge, innovation and growth opportunities.
• Mentor and develop junior staff and actively participate in Industry Social Value initiatives.
• Demonstrate Thought Leadership by attending public and industry events, e.g. Civil Service Live and networking opportunities that showcase the Atos brand.
• Represent Atos at public speaking events, industry discussions and roundtables, e.g. TechUK, WIG, etc.
• Publish articles and white papers, participating and contributing on platforms such as LinkedIn, X and industry forums.
• Collaborate with Partners, Suppliers and SMEs on growth and innovation.

What We’re Looking For

• A UK SC cleared individual (or one who can achieve SC).
• Recent experience (within one year) with one or more clients within the Industry.
• Proven leadership in enterprise architecture and technology strategy, ideally across the existing and growth clients within the Industry.
• An individual who is proficient across all of the Business Lines and can demonstrate expertise in at least two of the following Business Lines: Data & AI, Cloud and Modern Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Digital Workplace, Digital Applications and Smart Platforms.
• Demonstrable ability to influence senior client and internal stakeholders (CxOs, Industry Heads, Business Line leaders).
• Commercial awareness and financial acumen, including budget management, utilisation and aligning technology solutions with business value.
• Demonstrable experience in end-to-end client account delivery in areas such as Sales and New Business, Project Delivery / Churn, Service Delivery, innovation, road mapping and stakeholder management.

Benefits

• Pension Scheme - contributions matched up to 10%.
• Private medical cover.
• Income Protection.
• Life Assurance.
• 25 days paid leave + National Holidays.
• Flex benefits program.