Solutions Architect (Defence)

BT Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Solutions Architect to lead innovative digital solutions for defense customers. In this pivotal role, you will engage with key stakeholders, transforming their strategic vision into actionable architecture. Collaborating with a diverse team, you will ensure successful delivery of sensitive projects while adhering to industry best practices and compliance policies. The role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of defense solutions while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package, including a DV clearance allowance and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

£5000 annual DV clearance allowance

Annual bonus up to 10%

Pension scheme

Healthcare

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Expertise in enterprise architecture and solution design.
• Proven experience in engaging with stakeholders and customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture governance and solution decision-making.
• Develop enterprise architecture artifacts and strategies.
• Deliver proofs of concept and high-level designs.

Skills

Enterprise networks (IP Layer 1-7)

Enterprise network security and boundary protection

Service provider networks (e.g., DWDN, SDH, OTN)

ICT vendor technologies and solutions (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, F5, Nokia)

Architecture methodologies & languages (e.g., TOGAF, ArchiMate, ITIL, BPMN)

Experience with enterprise architecture tools (e.g., iServer, IBM Doors)

Responding to complex multi-vendor propositions and bids

Developing solution roadmaps and governance structures

Job description

Solutions Architect (Defence)

Posting Date: 14 Apr 2025

Function: Architecture Solution and Design

Unit: Business

Location: Assembly, Bristol, United Kingdom

Security Clearance

This role requires you to pass Developed Vetting clearance. More info: Security Vetting Details

Why this job matters

As a lead consultant in our Defence Solution Design Authority practice, you will work as a trusted industry partner to our defence customer, supporting internal business units (Sales, Business, Technology, Security, Operations), key stakeholders, and third-party technology providers. You will report to the practice manager.

You will collaborate with internal stakeholders and the customer to conceptualise their strategic vision, capture requirements, and create innovative digital solutions aligned with their digital strategy, transforming their business operations.

This role involves using robust ICT framework architecture, security principles, methodologies, industry best practices, and customer compliance policies. As a solution architect, you will provide expert solution architecture expertise and ownership throughout all stages of the solution design lifecycle.

You will be part of a Solution Design Authority team working closely with other architects, designers, technology experts, business managers, and analysts, ensuring successful delivery across various sensitive and unique projects.

What you'll be doing

• Engaging with customers, stakeholders, and partners to provide architecture governance, leadership, and solution decision-making aligned with architecture principles.
• Developing and owning enterprise architecture artifacts, strategies, and roadmaps from business and technology perspectives, including 'as-is', 'to-be', and transitional states.
• Providing expertise to stakeholders in shaping and qualifying complex service change, delivery, and resource requirements.
• Responding to customer RFI, Contract Change Notification, Solution Design Proposals, and bids throughout the solution lifecycle.
• Delivering architecture outcomes such as proofs of concept, whitepapers, bid documents, and high-level designs addressing customer requirements.

Skills and Experience

• Enterprise networks (IP Layer 1-7)
• Enterprise network security and boundary protection
• Service provider networks (e.g., DWDN, SDH, OTN)
• ICT vendor technologies and solutions (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, F5, Nokia)
• Architecture methodologies & languages (e.g., TOGAF, ArchiMate, ITIL, BPMN)
• Experience with enterprise architecture tools (e.g., iServer, IBM Doors)
• Responding to complex multi-vendor propositions and bids based on customer requirements
• Developing solution roadmaps and governance structures aligned with customer needs

Additional benefits include a £5000 annual DV clearance allowance, annual bonus up to 10%, pension scheme, healthcare, retail discounts, and more. BT is committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds, even if you don't meet every qualification exactly. Join us to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.