At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and deliver secure digital solutions for Defence and National Security.
- Company: Join a leading firm focused on mission-critical technology.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, hybrid work model, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic environment with potential for career advancement.
- Why this job: Tackle complex challenges and make a real difference in national security.
- Qualifications: Experience in solution architecture and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect to help shape and deliver secure, mission-critical digital solutions within Defence and National Security environments. This is an opportunity to work on complex technical challenges where security, reliability, and operational effectiveness are paramount. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design innovative solutions that support critical decision-making and mission success.
The Role
As a Solution Architect, you will play a key role in the design, development, and delivery of secure technology solutions operating in highly regulated and secure environments. Working closely with engineers, developers, architects, and stakeholders, you'll translate operational requirements into robust technical architectures and guide delivery from concept through to implementation.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and architect secure digital solutions for complex Defence and National Security programmes.
- Develop and deploy Cross Domain Solutions, including design, testing, assurance, and operational use.
- Interpret user and business requirements and translate them into scalable technical architectures.
- Assess and recommend products and technologies that meet functional and security requirements.
- Define technical requirements for bespoke software and infrastructure components.
- Communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Support solution assurance activities and ensure compliance with relevant security standards and guidance.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Cross Domain Solution design, implementation, testing, and assurance.
- Strong understanding of NCSC guidance and patterns for secure data import and export.
- Experience evaluating and selecting technology products against solution requirements.
- Ability to define technical requirements for development teams.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Knowledge of hardware and software-based cross-domain approaches.
- Strong understanding of cryptography and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI).
- Experience working with MOD systems, processes, and assurance frameworks.
Desirable Experience
- Secure-by-Design development methodologies.
- Data-Centric Security principles.
- Hardsec Cross Domain appliances.
- Cloud deployment automation.
- Strong networking expertise.
- Experience delivering solutions within highly secure or regulated environments.
Security Requirements
Due to the nature of the work, applicants must hold or be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC). Higher levels of clearance may be advantageous depending on programme requirements.
Solution Architect in Hampshire employer: Talent Locker Ltd
Join a forward-thinking company that prioritises innovation and security in the Defence and National Security sectors. With a hybrid working model based in Farnborough, we offer competitive remuneration and a collaborative work culture that fosters professional growth and development. Our commitment to employee advancement is matched by our focus on delivering impactful solutions that make a difference in critical environments.
