Lead Cloud Architect - DV/SC Clearance

JR United Kingdom; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK is seeking a Lead Cloud Architect to design and implement secure cloud architectures. This hybrid role requires expertise in enterprise cloud solutions, automation tools, and experience with security standards. The ideal candidate will mentor colleagues while collaborating with various teams to drive cloud adoption.

Qualifications

• Strong background designing and delivering enterprise-grade cloud solutions.
• Experience with automation tools and Infrastructure as Code.
• Knowledge of security standards such as ISO27001.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of secure, scalable cloud architectures.
• Act as a subject matter expert in customer-facing bids and proposals.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver robust solutions.

Skills

Cloud Architecture

Enterprise-grade Solutions

Automation Tools

Technical Documentation

Security Standards Knowledge

Complex Concept Simplification

Cloud Migration Strategies

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

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Client:

The JM Longbridge Group

Location:

Reading, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

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Job Description:

My client is hiring for a Lead Cloud Architect for their team based in Bracknell. Salary ranges from £80K - £94K + 15% Bonus + car allowance. This role offers hybrid working with some travel to customer sites and the office. SC / DV Clearance is required for this role and you will need to be eligible.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead the design and development of secure, scalable public and private cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP, or OCI)
• Act as a subject matter expert in customer-facing bids and proposals, helping shape compelling cloud strategies
• Collaborate across infrastructure, applications, and operations teams to deliver robust solutions
• Guide cloud adoption and migration strategies, including automation and Infrastructure as Code
• Mentor colleagues, raise cloud capability across the team, and foster best practices
• Troubleshoot and support cloud environments throughout their lifecycle
• Maintain technical documentation, architectural diagrams, and playbooks
• Stay current with emerging cloud technologies, security frameworks, and industry standards

Skills and Experience:

• Strong background designing and delivering enterprise-grade cloud solutions across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS
• Hands-on experience with automation tools and IaC (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, or similar)
• Knowledge of recognised security standards and governance models (e.g., ISO27001, NCSC, CIS Benchmarks)
• Proven ability to simplify complex technical concepts for diverse audiences
• Experience supporting pre-sales activities and responding to bids/RFIs