SC Cleared Data Protection Solution Architect 12068

Experis; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 105,000; Part time

Job summary

Experis is seeking an SC cleared Data Protection Solution Architect to join the Service Operations team. Based in the UK, you will design data protection solutions, provide technical leadership and help deliver the Data Centre Exit Programme while supporting operational workloads.

You will engage with project teams, security and infrastructure, ensuring alignment with compliance and business objectives. A robust documentation and governance approach is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Solution Architect focusing on data protection.
• Strong backup, recovery, archival knowledge and data protection strategies.
• Proven ability to deliver infrastructure and transformation projects in large environments.
• Effective engagement with technical teams, stakeholders and customers.
• Excellent documentation, communication and presentation skills.
• Experience supporting operations while delivering projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect data protection solutions to support business requirements.
• Provide technical leadership on data protection technologies and strategies.
• Support the Data Centre Exit Programme and other transformation initiatives.
• Collaborate with project teams, service operations, security, infrastructure and customers.
• Ensure data protection aligns with security, compliance and business goals.
• Contribute to service design, implementation and continuous improvement.
• Support availability, resilience and protection of critical workloads.
• Participate in governance and solution assurance processes.
• Produce and maintain high-quality technical designs and docs.

Skills

Solution Architecture

Data Protection

Backup & Recovery

Enterprise Security

Documentation

Job description

Job Title: SC Cleared Data Protection Solution Architect

Location: Telford

Duration: 6-9 months with possible extension

Rate: Up to £500 per day via an approved umbrella company

Must be willing and eligible to go through the SC Clearance process

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Data Protection Solution Architect to join the Service Operations team within one of our clients accounts. Service Operations forms part of the wider Hybrid Delivery function, which is responsible for delivering business and operational services across Managed Services and Applications, Multi-Cloud Services and Networks, Service Operations, Service Management and Security, and Service Futures and Optimisation.

Due to increased project demand, particularly relating to the Data Centre Exit Programme, an additional Data Protection Solution Architect is required to support the successful delivery of key customer initiatives. This is a business-critical, customer-funded role that will help maintain service quality, support high-profile customer workloads, and ensure the continued success of operational and project-based activities across the account.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect data protection solutions to support business and customer requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on data protection technologies, strategies, and best practices.
• Support the delivery of the Data Centre Exit Programme and other strategic transformation initiatives.
• Work closely with project teams, service operations, security, infrastructure, and customer stakeholders.
• Ensure data protection solutions align with operational, security, compliance, and business objectives.
• Contribute to service design, implementation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Support the ongoing availability, resilience, and protection of critical customer workloads.
• Participate in technical governance and solution assurance processes.
• Produce and maintain high-quality technical documentation and solution designs.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Solution Architect with a focus on Data Protection technologies and services.
• Strong understanding of enterprise backup, recovery, archive, and data protection strategies.
• Experience delivering infrastructure and transformation projects within large, complex environments.
• Ability to engage effectively with technical teams, project stakeholders, and customers.
• Strong documentation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience working within operational service environments while supporting project delivery.
• Knowledge of security, compliance, and governance requirements relating to data protection.

Desirable Skills

• Experience supporting large government or regulated-sector accounts.
• Exposure to data centre migration, transformation, or exit programmes.
• Understanding of hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
• Knowledge of service management and operational best practices.