Solution Architect

Summer-Browning Associates Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent consultancy firm is seeking a Solution Architect for an initial six-month assignment with potential for extension. The candidate must possess an active security clearance and a robust Solution Architecture background, particularly in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and other major cloud providers. Responsibilities include designing secure architectures and implementing cloud solutions. This role offers hybrid working based in London.

Qualifications

• Active security clearance is required.
• Experience designing and implementing secure, scalable architectures.
• Understanding of cloud policies and cross-domain architectures.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver secure and resilient architectures.
• Implement cloud solutions across various providers.
• Utilise AI technologies within cloud environments.

Skills

Designing secure architectures in Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform

Networking and Identity Access Management (IAM)

Cloud solutions across major providers

AI technologies in cloud environments

Job description

Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our central government client, who is seeking a Solution Architect for an initial six-month assignment with the option to extend.

Location: Hybrid working - London

The ideal candidate will hold an active security clearance and have a strong background in Solution Architecture, along with a strong background in the following skills and experience:

• Designing and delivering secure, scalable, and resilient architectures in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) environments.
• Practical knowledge of Google Distributed Cloud (GDC).
• Experience designing and implementing cloud solutions across major providers (e.g. Azure, AWS, GCP, Oracle)
• A solid engineering background with a deep understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and Deployment Manager, as well as automation and CI/CD pipelines.
• Expertise in networking, Identity and Access Management (IAM), containerisation (GKE/Kubernetes), and secure systems design.
• Experience in configuring and utilising AI technologies within cloud environments, particularly GCP AI technologies.
• Knowledge of multi-cloud integrations, edge computing, and data sovereignty requirements.
• Deep technical expertise in various areas, including Cloud, M365, Azure, AWS, Networks, Telephony, or Digital systems.
• Familiarity with NCSC guidance, UK Government cloud policies, and cross-domain architectures.

To apply, please submit your latest CV for review.