Enterprise Architect (SC Cleared)

Syntax Consultancy Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking digital transformation business as an Enterprise Architect, where you'll lead the design and implementation of complex IT solutions for the Defence sector. This hybrid role allows you to work from home while collaborating with talented teams across Andover and Bristol. You'll be at the forefront of large-scale modernization programs, shaping strategies and ensuring compliance with high-security standards. If you're passionate about driving change and have the necessary SC clearance, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the MOD domain.

Benefits

Annual Bonus (5-10%)

Pension

Healthcare Plan

Death in Service

22 days holiday (plus BHs)

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Enterprise Architect in high-security environments.
• Strong understanding of MOD / Defence specific frameworks and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure enterprise-level IT solutions.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver architecture solutions.

Skills

Enterprise Architecture

Cyber Security

Agile/Scrum

Cloud Architecture

Data Analytics

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Relevant Certifications (TOGAF, SABSA, CISSP)

Tools

MongoDB

VMWare

KAFKA

Job description

Enterprise Architect (SC Cleared)
Andover + Bristol (Hybrid)
Permanent
to £90-£100k (DOE) + Benefits

Enterprise Architect needed with MOD / Defence sector experience and active SC Security Clearance.

Hybrid Working – with 3-4 days/week working remotely from home (WFH) + 1-2 days/week travel to sites based in Andover and Bristol.

A chance to work with a leading digital transformation business on large-scale IT modernisation programmes for MOD / Defence organisations.

Key experience + responsibilities:

• Experience at Enterprise Architect level for large-scale, high-security environments within the Defence / MOD domain.
• Designing + implementing large-scale, complex + secure enterprise level IT and Digital solutions architecture for multi-platform environments.
• Familiarity with deployed Defence / MOD technologies, including secure communications, data analytics + mission-critical applications.
• Responsible for enterprise-level strategy, vision, objectives, requirements, architectural artefacts, roadmaps, governance, assurance, compliance, technical standards, risks, dependencies, frameworks, best practice.
• Leading a team of solutions/technical architects to successfully implement agreed enterprise architecture solutions.
• Proficient in Cloud and on-prem architectures, cyber security, software development methods (Agile/Scrum) and systems integration.
• MOD / Defence specific frameworks, MODAF, NAF, Common Architectural Approach (CAA), ISR, ISTAR capability, Integrated Sensor Architecture (ISA), ILS, DLODs + Defence support models.
• Working with cross functional teams including: Designers, Researchers, UX, Product Owners, Developers, PMs
• Advantageous: MongoDB, VMWare, APIs, KAFKA, Systematic applications + TOGAF, SABSA, CISSP certifications.
• Benefits include: Salary to £90k-£100k (DOE) + Hybrid Working + 22 days holiday (plus BHs) + Annual Bonus (5-10%) + Pension + Healthcare Plan + Death in Service + More.