Head of Digital Architecture

Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits in a prominent civil service organization for the role of Head of Digital Architecture. This position is crucial for overseeing the design and implementation of IT infrastructure systems that support over 2,500 users across Scotland. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will leverage your expertise in digital architecture to enhance service delivery and governance. The role offers a collaborative environment with seasoned IT professionals and newcomers alike, fostering a culture of innovation and efficiency. If you're passionate about leading digital transformation in a vital public service, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 days paid holiday

Generous Civil Service Pension

Flexible working hours

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Wellbeing Support

Qualifications

• Expertise in digital architecture and IT infrastructure design.
• Strong governance and assurance capabilities in IT projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design and implementation of infrastructure systems.
• Lead the digital corporate strategy and governance efforts.

Skills

Digital Architecture

IT Infrastructure Management

Governance and Assurance

Team Leadership

Education

Degree in Information Technology or related field

Job description

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Job reference: 00000188
Date posted: 14/02/2025
Application closing date: 09/03/2025
Salary: Starting salary would be £62,701 with the maximum salary on this scale being £76,942. This is inclusive of a £5,000 pensionable IT allowance and is subject to future COPFS pay awards. All payments are pro rata for part-time staff.
Contractual hours: 35
Basis: Full time
Job category/type: IT

[EXTHDA0325] Head of Digital Architecture - Glasgow

About the Role:

We have an exciting new opportunity for someone to join our Information Services Division as our Head of Digital Architecture. COPFS has over 2,500 users located in offices across Scotland and we provide a wide range of IT infrastructure, information systems and digital services to all our colleagues, external customers and criminal justice partners.

Your role will be to help oversee the design and implementation of our infrastructure systems in line with our digital corporate strategy as well as provide expert digital architectural governance and assurance.

You will be joining a team of seasoned IT professionals as well as those who are just starting out their career in a Civil Service IT role. You will be a critical member of our ISD Senior Leadership Team and have plenty of opportunities to utilise your skills and expertise to help lead in delivering a more effective and efficient digital service.

Additional Information:

If you would be interested to learn more about this role, please see the attached application pack for further job details, salary information and assessment guidance.

We offer an excellent range of benefits which include:

• 25 days paid holiday + 11.5 public and privilege holidays (rising to 30 days paid holiday after 4 years).
• Generous Civil Service Pension employer contribution, on average over 28.97% of your pay.
• Flexible working hours and family friendly approach to work.
• Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loans.
• Employee Wellbeing Support with Mental Health First Aiders and access to an Employee Assistance Programme.