Solutions Architect

Meritus Talent; Andover; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking two Solutions Architects for a critical Defence project in Andover. The ideal candidates will have active SC Clearance and strong backgrounds in Defence architecture. Responsibilities include designing robust solutions and ensuring compliance with security standards. This role offers a competitive daily rate of up to £800, with 1-2 days per week on-site work required.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold an active SC Clearance.
• Experience with Army Intelligence and Commander Systems is essential for one role.
• General Defence background with knowledge of Digital standards for the second role.

Responsibilities

• Translate complex business and user needs into high-level solution designs.
• Champion system design principles and enforce security standards.

Skills

Active SC Clearance

Collaboration

Architecture Principles

Defence Industry Knowledge

Job description

Solutions Architect | 2 Roles Available | 4 Month Initial Contract | Up to £800 per day (Outside IR35) | Andover (1-2 days per week on-site) | Active SC Clearance Required

MERITUS are working with an innovative Technical Consultancy. We are seeking two highly skilled and actively SC Cleared Solution Architects to join a critical project in Andover for a Defence Client. You will be instrumental in defining and delivering architecture for complex, high-impact systems, ensuring both technical excellence and alignment with business objectives.

One role is specifically seeking essential experience with Army Intelligence and Commander Systems, while the second requires a strong general Defence background with knowledge of Digital standards capabilities. Both roles require a collaborative approach and a commitment to delivering secure, scalable, and sustainable solutions within a defence context.

Candidates are required to hold an active SC Clearance.

Main Responsibilities

• Translate complex business and user needs into robust, high-level solution designs and comprehensive specifications for medium / large scale, high-complexity initiatives.
• Champion and enforce system design principles, model solutions using appropriate techniques, and ensure strict adherence to corporate, industry, and national security standards (e.g., Secure SDLC, NCSC).

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