eDV Cleared Architect – Contract
Location: London / Cheltenham / Manchester – Hybrid
Rate: Up to £800 per day
IR35: Outside IR35
Clearance: Active eDV Clearance Required
Contract: Initial 6 months, with potential extension
We are currently working with a leading organisation within the UK public sector who are looking for an experienced Architect with active eDV clearance to join a highly secure and technically complex programme.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Architecture professional to work on high-profile projects within the Defence / National Security / Public Sector space.
Key Responsibilities
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Define and develop technical architecture solutions aligned with business and programme objectives.
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Lead the design of complex technology solutions across large-scale programmes.
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Produce high-quality architecture documentation, technical designs and architecture diagrams.
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Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance to engineering and delivery teams.
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Work closely with senior stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions.
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Assess existing systems and architectures and identify opportunities for improvement and modernisation.
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Ensure solutions meet appropriate security, governance and technical standards.
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Support technical decision-making and provide recommendations to senior stakeholders.
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Work collaboratively with development, infrastructure, security, data and delivery teams.
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Ensure architectural decisions are clearly documented and communicated.
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Contribute to technical strategy, standards and best practice.
Essential Skills & Experience
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Active eDV clearance – essential.
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Strong commercial experience working as an Architect, Solution Architect, Technical Architect, Enterprise Architect or similar.
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Proven experience designing complex technical solutions.
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Strong understanding of enterprise technology and architecture principles.
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Experience working across multiple technology domains and integrating complex systems.
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Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
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Ability to produce clear and detailed technical architecture documentation.
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Experience working within complex, highly secure or regulated environments.
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Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Desirable Experience
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Previous experience within Defence, Government or National Security.
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Experience working on UK public sector programmes.
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Cloud, infrastructure, software, data or security architecture experience.
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TOGAF or another recognised architecture framework.
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Experience working within large-scale transformation or modernisation programmes.
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Experience operating within highly secure environments.
The Opportunity
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Up to £800 per day
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Outside IR35
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Hybrid working
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London, Cheltenham or Manchester
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Initial 6-month contract
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Potential for extension
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High-profile public sector programme
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Highly secure and technically challenging environment
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Active eDV clearance required
Please note: Due to the nature of the work, active eDV clearance is essential.
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eDV Architect in Cheltenham employer: Techshack Recruitment LTD
Join a dynamic and supportive team in London, where your expertise as a Project Manager will be valued and nurtured. We offer competitive rates, a collaborative work culture, and opportunities for professional growth within a high-profile public sector programme. With a focus on delivering impactful projects, you'll find meaningful work that contributes to the community while enjoying the benefits of working in a vibrant city.
