Solutions Architect

Derbyshire Constabulary; Matlock; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Derbyshire Constabulary seeks an experienced Solutions Architect to join their Architecture and Assurance Team. This full-time permanent role involves establishing architectural governance, leading on technical strategy, and seeking digital transformation opportunities. Applicants should possess a relevant degree or significant experience in solutions architecture and a proficiency in architecture tools.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Range of benefits offered

Qualifications

• Experience in Solutions and/or Enterprise Architecture required.
• Proven experience designing solutions within secure networks.
• Familiarity with web architectures, APIs, and cloud infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Establish architectural principles, policies, and standards.
• Lead technical strategy, including cloud adoption.
• Conduct horizon scanning for emerging trends.

Skills

Problem Solving

Strategic Thinking

Governance

Digital Transformation

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or relevant field

Tools

CaseWise

MS Visio

PowerPoint

Job description

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Solutions Architect

Are you an enthusiastic and experienced Solutions Architect with innovative ideas on how technology can positively transform services and effectively address business challenges?

Our Architecture and Assurance Team within the Digital, Data, and Technology department is seeking a Solutions Architect on a full-time permanent basis to be part of a team delivering and enabling Digital Excellence across the Organisation. You will work proactively at a strategic level as technical governance within the IS department and Force.

Key Accountabilities

• Establish architectural principles, policies, and standards; responsible for governance, solving complex and high-risk issues, or delivering architecture design.
• Lead on technical strategy, including the force cloud adoption strategy.
• Conduct horizon scanning across industry, identify emerging trends, and assess their potential impact and opportunities for the organisation; proactively seek digital transformation opportunities.

The must haves

• A Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or relevant field, or demonstrable work experience.
• Experience in Solutions and/or Enterprise Architecture.
• Proven experience designing solutions within secure networks ensuring compliance with accreditation regimes.
• Familiarity with web architectures, APIs, cloud infrastructure, SaaS, PaaS, DaaS, and DBMS architectures.
• Proficiency with architecture tools & utilities such as CaseWise, MS Visio, PowerPoint.

What’s in it for you?

At Derbyshire Constabulary, we aim to create an environment that puts people first. We want you to feel supported in everything you do, so you can give your best. We offer a range of benefits if you join us.

For part-time hours, the salary will be calculated on a pro-rata basis based on the hours worked.

What’s next

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• Vacancy closes 7th July 2024 at 23:55

Who we are

At Derbyshire Constabulary, policing isn't just about patrolling streets. Our strong team of professional and support staff behind the scenes contribute significantly to community safety. People like you help make Derbyshire safer.

Learn more about how you can contribute by visiting our website.

We value diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from underrepresented and neurodiverse backgrounds to truly reflect the communities we serve.