Service Architect - DV Cleared

LA International Computer Consultants Ltd; Basingstoke and Deane; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LA International Computer Consultants Ltd is seeking a Service Architect with Active DV Clearance to drive service design across solution life cycles. You will author design collateral, review peers’ outputs, and perform service management impact assessments while ensuring governance and compliance across ITIL-aligned processes.

You will map requirements, facilitate readiness activities, and support through-life service management, transitions, and risk mitigation in collaboration with solution,

Qualifications

• Strong Service Architecture and Service Management experience within complex technology environments.
• Strong knowledge of ITIL and ISO 20000 Service Management frameworks.
• Detailed understanding of ITIL processes, ITSM tooling and Enterprise Management tooling.
• Strong knowledge of Service Management concepts, techniques and service life cycle principles.
• Experience producing HLDs and detailed Service Design documentation.
• Strong process and architecture modelling experience using UML and BPMN.
• Knowledge and experience of SIAM operating models.
• Experience with requirements mapping, compliance and Service Management impact assessments.
• Experience supporting Service Transition, Exit Management and operational readiness.
• Understanding of PRINCE2 and Agile programme and project delivery frameworks.
• Commercial understanding of schedules and Statements of Work.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence overall solution design.

Responsibilities

• Own and author Service Design collateral, including HLDs, BPMN models, processes, procedures and compliance statements.
• Review Service Design documentation produced by peers and ensure appropriate quality standards are maintained.
• Undertake Service Management impact assessments across service and technology designs.
• Map customer requirements and demonstrate compliance against agreed outcomes.
• Facilitate service readiness and operational acceptance activities.
• Perform Service Transition and Exit Management activities.
• Support the through-life management of services and technologies.
• Identify and escalation service risks and issues to the appropriate domain lead.
• Work with the overall Solution Owner and influence solution design to improve service stability, supportability and efficiency.
• Contribute to wider disciplines including Test and Security.

Job description

Service Architect

Must have an Active DV Clearance

Work closely with solution, engineering, security and test teams to ensure Service Management requirements are Embedded throughout the solution life cycle.

Service Architect Responsibilities

• Own and author Service Design collateral, including HLDs, BPMN models, processes, procedures and compliance statements.
• Review Service Design documentation produced by peers and ensure appropriate quality standards are maintained.
• Undertake Service Management impact assessments across service and technology designs.
• Map customer requirements and demonstrate compliance against agreed outcomes.
• Facilitate service readiness and operational acceptance activities.
• Perform Service Transition and Exit Management activities.
• Support the through-life management of services and technologies.
• Identify and escalation service risks and issues to the appropriate domain lead.
• Work with the overall Solution Owner and influence solution design to improve service stability, supportability and efficiency.
• Contribute to wider disciplines including Test and Security.

Service Architect Skills and Experience

• Strong Service Architecture and Service Management experience within complex technology environments.
• Strong knowledge of ITIL and ISO 20000 Service Management frameworks.
• Detailed understanding of ITIL processes, ITSM tooling and Enterprise Management tooling.
• Strong knowledge of Service Management concepts, techniques and service life cycle principles.
• Experience producing HLDs and detailed Service Design documentation.
• Strong process and architecture modelling experience using UML and BPMN.
• Knowledge and experience of SIAM operating models.
• Experience with requirements mapping, compliance and Service Management impact assessments.
• Experience supporting Service Transition, Exit Management and operational readiness.
• Understanding of PRINCE2 and Agile programme and project delivery frameworks.
• Commercial understanding of schedules and Statements of Work.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence overall solution design.

Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted CVs will be contacted.

Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 18 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance.

An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.

Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.