Network Architect

Jefferson Frank; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT management consultancy is seeking a SIAM Service Manager to design and implement robust service architecture across multiple suppliers. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in SIAM and expertise in ITIL v4, particularly with ITSM platforms like ServiceNow. Responsibilities include service architecture design, governance, and continual service improvement. This position demands excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to drive operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in SIAM and multi-supplier environments.
• Expertise in ITIL v4 and ITSM platforms (ServiceNow preferred).
• Proven ability to design service architecture, ticket flows, and SLA frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement service architecture for integrated services.
• Lead onboarding of new environments into support, including operational readiness checks.
• Operate SIAM governance framework with monthly service reviews.
• Develop CSIP plans to optimize processes and enhance customer experience.
• Act as the central point of contact for service integration issues.

Skills

SIAM experience

ITIL v4 expertise

Service architecture design

Stakeholder management

Tools

ServiceNow

Job description

SIAM Service Manager

Role Purpose

Design and implement a robust service architecture across a multi-supplier , ensuring seamless integration of ITIL processes, ticket flows, and end-to-end SLAs. This role drives governance, service transition, and continual improvement while maintaining operational excellence.

The support scope will cover L3 and L4 resolver groups. L1 and L2 are out of scope.

• This role will develop architecture for L3 and L4 and define alignment with L1 and L2 managed by MoD.
• ITSM tool configuration is out of scope for the client
• SIAM will be owned by the client, and this role will operate within that framework.

Key Responsibilities

1. Service Architecture & Design
   • Define and implement service architecture for integrated services.
   • Establish ITIL-aligned processes (Incident, Problem, Change, Release, Configuration, Request Fulfilment) using IBM standard ITIL documentation adapted for Deeams requirements.
   • Design ticket flows across suppliers and ensure integration with ITSM tools (e.g., ServiceNow).
   • Set up end-to-end SLAs and OLAs, including reporting dashboards for performance tracking.
2. Service Transition
   • Lead onboarding of new environments into support, including operational readiness checks, runbook creation, and supplier alignment workshops.
   • Coordinate testing and acceptance for new or changed services.
3. Governance & Reporting
   • Operate SIAM governance framework:
   • Monthly service reviews with suppliers.
   • SLA/KPI reporting and trend analysis.
   • Risk and compliance audits.
   • Maintain escalation paths and RACI matrices.
4. Continual Service Improvement (CSIP)
   • Develop CSIP plans to optimise processes, improve SLA adherence, and enhance customer experience.
   • Drive automation and efficiency improvements across ITSM workflows.
5. Stakeholder & Supplier Management
   • Act as the central point of contact for service integration issues.
   • Facilitate collaboration between Nordcloud, SixWorks, Cohesive, IBM, and internal teams.
   • Provide clear reporting to senior leadership on service health and improvement initiatives.

Required Skills

• Strong experience in SIAM and multi-supplier environments.
• Expertise in ITIL v4 and ITSM platforms (ServiceNow preferred).
• Proven ability to design service architecture, ticket flows, and SLA frameworks.
• Excellent governance, reporting, and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable

• Cloud infrastructure knowledge (AWS, OpenShift).
• Familiarity with secure/government environments.
• Experience in contract and commercial management

Please send me your CV if you're interested