ENTERPRISE ARCHITECT

Deekay Technical Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a short-term Enterprise Architect to support Middlesbrough Council's ICT Services during a transitional period. The role involves documenting the existing enterprise architecture, ensuring alignment with security frameworks and ICT policies, and providing technical advice. Candidates must possess excellent communication skills and technical expertise. Please quote the desired day rate for the assignment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on role requiring excellent communication skills.
• Technical expertise in enterprise architecture.
• Ability to quickly assimilate complex information.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with current Enterprise Architect to document ICT Strategy.
• Produce documentation and handover materials for operations.
• Support strategic initiatives with technical advice.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Technical expertise

Ability to assimilate complex information

Tools

Microsoft Azure

M365

Active Directory

Intune

Job description

We are seeking a short-term Enterprise Architect to provide continuity and support during a transitional period within Middlesbrough Council's ICT Services. The primary focus of this assignment is to work closely with the current postholder to extract and document the Council's existing enterprise architecture setup, including infrastructure, security frameworks, and strategic roadmaps.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise directly with the current Enterprise Architect to understand and document the Council's ICT Strategy and technical architecture, existing security architecture (including compliance with PSN, PCI-DSS, LGA Cyber Security, and penetration testing protocols), key platforms and technologies in use (Microsoft Azure, M365, Active Directory, Intune, endpoint management, and any bespoke systems), governance structures, design principles, and procurement processes.
• Produce clear documentation and handover materials to support ongoing strategic planning and operational delivery.
• Support the ICT Project Office Manager and wider ICT Services team with technical advice and short-term input into strategic initiatives.
• Ensure that all work aligns with Council priorities and ICT policies, with a focus on sustainability, security, and integration.

This is a hands‑on role requiring excellent communication skills, technical expertise, and the ability to quickly assimilate complex information. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring a smooth transition and continuity of service.

PLEASE QUOTE THE DAY RATE YOU REQUIRE ,SORT TERM ASSIGNMENTS