Solution Architect (Zero Trust Data Format) – Defence – Contract – Outside IR35 in Hampshire

Overview Solution Architect (Zero Trust Data Format) – Defence – Contract – Outside IR35, Farnborough/Hybrid, £700-800 per day. Responsibilities You’ll lead solution design from user requirements through architecture, assurance, and implementation. The role combines hands-on technical contribution with architectural ownership, working across both hardware and software-based cross-domain approaches. You’ll apply NCSC patterns and guidance for secure data transfer, assess product marketplaces, define bespoke components, and communicate complex designs clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Key experience Cross Domain Solution design, testing, and assurance Zero Trust Data Format NCSC guidance for secure data import and export MOD systems and assurance processes Strong cryptography and PKI knowledge Secure, hardened systems in regulated or air-gapped environments VMware Cloud Foundation, Windows Server/Desktop, containerisation, PKI, HSMs, micro-segmentation, microservices, zero-trust principles, and secure networking. Experience with Defence Digital, data-centric security, hardsec cross domain appliances, and cloud automation is highly desirable. Qualifications / Required experience Zero Trust Data Format Cross Domain Solution design, testing, and assurance NCSC guidance for secure data transfer MOD systems and assurance processes Strong cryptography and PKI knowledge Secure, hardened systems in regulated or air-gapped environments Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Contract Job function Information Technology Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing and Technology Information and Media Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Talent Locker by 2x. Get notified about new Solutions Architect jobs in Farnborough, England, United Kingdom. #J-18808-Ljbffr