SC/ DCV Cleared Enterprise Architect

iO Associates; Bristol; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Defence contractor is seeking an experienced Integration Architect in Bristol. The role includes leading the development of the Defence Support Integration Architecture and ensuring new digital services integrate seamlessly into the Defence Support Environment. The ideal candidate has proven expertise in complex digital environments and strong stakeholder management skills. The position offers hybrid work with a daily rate of up to £800 inside IR35.

Qualifications

• Proven Integration Architecture expertise in complex digital environments.
• Knowledge of Defence Digital systems, networks, MoD Cloud, and compliance.
• Strong stakeholder management and consulting skills.
• SC Clearance minimum (DV desirable).

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the Defence Support Integration Architecture.
• Establish integration standards, policies, templates, and rules.
• Map ownership and maturity of integration components across Defence stakeholders.
• Produce clear visualisations, models, and documentation.
• Identify integration gaps, risks, and misalignments, recommending solutions.

Skills

Integration Architecture expertise

Stakeholder management

Knowledge of Defence Digital systems

Job description

Hybrid (2 days PW) | South-West
SC Cleared (DV Preferred)
Inside IR35 | Up to £800 per day

We're seeking an experienced Integration Architect to join the Defence Support Solution Integration Authority (SIA) team. You'll lead the development of the Defence Support Integration Architecture, ensuring new digital services from the BMfS Programme integrate seamlessly into the wider Defence Support Environment (DSE).

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and lead the Defence Support Integration Architecture (reference, conceptual & logical).

• Establish integration standards, policies, templates, and rules.

• Map ownership and maturity of integration components across Defence stakeholders.

• Produce clear visualisations, models, and documentation.

• Identify integration gaps, risks, and misalignments, recommending solutions.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven Integration Architecture expertise in complex digital environments.

• Knowledge of Defence Digital systems, networks, MoD Cloud, and compliance.

• Strong stakeholder management and consulting skills.

• SC Clearance minimum (DV desirable).