Jobs, fresher vacancy - Lead Technical Architect - SC Cleared • UK

Company: Brightbox GRP Limited

UK

Job Title: Technical Architect (SC Clearance Required)Location: Hybrid (Occasional travel to London when required)Day Rate: £700-£800 per day (Inside IR35)Duration: Until September 2025 (extensions likely) Position Summary:We are looking for an experienced Technical Architect to support our client’s portfolio of in-flight programmes. This role requires a deep understanding of technical, security, and solution architecture design and assurance, focusing primarily on one specific programme while providing support to the wider portfolio as needed. Key Competencies:- Extensive Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in virtualization platforms, particularly Azure Stack HCI.- Proficiency in both Windows server and Linux-kernel based operating systems.- Experience in operating system and application deployment.- Knowledge of network switching, routing, and firewall configurations.- Familiarity with infrastructure and application management tools such as Microsoft Configuration Manager and PowerShell.- Understanding of application architecture and architectural integration patterns.- Experience in integrating operational technologies, including cameras and detection equipment.- Awareness of Law Enforcement technologies and major systems, particularly compatibility with ANSI/IEEE N42.42 file types. Key Responsibilities:- Lead stakeholder relationship management with Authority third-party suppliers.- Provide high-level descriptions and solution overviews for Service Readiness reviews.- Collaborate with the Authority to define functional and non-functional requirements for architectural solutions.- Ensure testing activities are accurately represented through assurance processes, including test case content accuracy and testing closure reporting.- Review technical and service documentation, including High-Level Designs (HLD), Low-Level Designs (LLD), and technical notes.- Produce and/or update technical documentation in partnership with the Authority.- Adhere to established technical governance processes such as the PPPT Technical Design Authority (TDA).- Collaborate with third-party support providers to produce HLD for various systems, including SCOM, MSSQL, Containers, and Virtual Machines.- Evaluate existing business processes and work on compliant technical designs aligned with DDaT strategy and standards.- Provide design and architectural input to wider I&HSGIT projects when necessary.- Assist in reviewing service-related incidents in production environments.- Support the Authority and their suppliers in IT Health Check (ITHC) processes, including documentation for the Target of Evaluation and remediation actions. Qualifications:- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.- Proven experience as a Technical Architect or similar role.- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.