DV-Cleared Service Architect: Bid & Transition Lead

Leidos Innovations UK Limited; Farnborough; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology firm is looking for a Service Architect to lead service management for bids and transitions. This role involves defining service approaches, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring ITIL best practices. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in service solutions, exceptional interpersonal skills, and a strong knowledge of agile methodologies. The position is based in Farnborough with some remote working opportunities.

Benefits

Contributory Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

33 days Annual Leave

Flexi-time availability

Access to Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Service Architect in complex IT delivery environments.
• Experience in designing service solutions for large scale enterprises.
• Excellent analytical and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead service management input to bid activity.
• Produce detailed Service Designs and transition plans.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align service readiness.

Skills

Service Architecture

ITIL framework knowledge

Agile delivery methods

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Education

Experience with ITIL, IT4IT frameworks

Certification in ITIL 4 Managing Professional

Tools

ServiceNow

BMC Remedy

Job description

A leading defense technology firm is looking for a Service Architect to lead service management for bids and transitions. This role involves defining service approaches, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring ITIL best practices. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in service solutions, exceptional interpersonal skills, and a strong knowledge of agile methodologies. The position is based in Farnborough with some remote working opportunities.