DV Cleared - Technical Solution Architect

IO Associates; Bristol; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the defence and public sector is seeking multiple Solution Architects for a contract role in Bristol. The position requires strong architecture skills in secure environments and involves leading design, implementation, and governance tasks. This role demands expertise in network design, virtualisation, and OS security.

Qualifications

• Proven architecture experience in secure or classified environments.
• Expertise in at least one technical area required.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead secure solution designs across your technical domain.
• Guide implementation from design through to deployment.
• Collaborate in architecture workshops for technical coherence.

Skills

Secure Network design & routing

Virtualisation

Windows/Linux OS deployment & security

Documentation

Communication

Job description

Location: Bristol - 3 days a week onsite
Day Rate: £700 to £800 Inside IR35 (DOE)
Clearance: Active MOD DV required

We are looking for multiple Solution Architects with experience across Networks, Virtualisation, Operating Systems, and Applications to join a leading consultancy in the defence and public sector on a contract basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead secure solution designs (HLD/LLD) across your technical domain
• Guide implementation from design through to deployment
• Collaborate in architecture workshops to ensure technical coherence
• Support project governance, build, test and documentation activities

Experience & Skills

• Proven architecture experience in secure or classified environments
• Expertise in at least one of the following:
• Secure Network design & routing
• Virtualisation (VMware, Hyper-V)
• Windows/Linux OS deployment & security
• COTS/Non-COTS Applications hosting & migration
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Ability to engage stakeholders and work across teams