Solutions Architect - Greenbadge DV required

Matchtech; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An expanding consultancy in the defence sector is seeking a motivated eDV Solutions Architect. This permanent hybrid role involves designing and implementing innovative solutions for government clients across national security and law enforcement. Candidates should have DV clearance and significant experience in related fields. Join a dynamic environment that values professional growth and collaboration.

Benefits

Professional development and growth opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Collaborative atmosphere

Qualifications

• Experience as an engineer in IT, infrastructure, networking, or systems.
• Experience in consultancy, systems integrator or public sector environments.
• Understanding of tools and standards for system delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop project scopes and objectives with relevant stakeholders.
• Facilitate workshops for risk analysis and technical design.
• Design the lifecycle approach for complex projects.

Skills

DV Clearance

Client-facing skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree level education or significant relevant experience

Tools

CI/CD

Agile methodologies

Job description

Overview

Our client, an expanding consultancy in the defence sector, is seeking a talented and motivated eDV Solutions Architect. This permanent role involves working closely with government clients across Cyber Security, National Security, Law Enforcement, and Telecommunications to develop innovative solutions. As a Solution Architect, you will design, develop and implement solutions that meet specialised requirements while working in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
• Facilitate workshops and meetings such as risk analysis, technical design workshops, and requirements elicitation
• Design and plan the lifecycle approach for complex projects and programmes
• Train and advise clients in Solutions Architecture best practices
• Organise and coordinate technical resources and third parties/vendors for effective delivery of projects
• Deliver and manage high quality Solution Architecture documentation
• Prepare presentations and reports for senior management
• Build and maintain strong relations with clients and key stakeholders
• Analyse, manage, mitigate, and treat risks to reduce impact on projects
• Build and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors
• Provide expert input to bids and proposals, scoping future work
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to colleagues and clients

Job Requirements

• DV Clearance
• Degree level educated, or significant relevant experience
• Experience working as an engineer within IT, infrastructure, networking, systems or related fields
• Experience working in a consultancy, systems integrator or public sector organisation
• Experience desirable in defence, public sector, national security or law enforcement organisations
• Understanding of common tools, standards, and methodologies for delivering systems and solutions (e.g., CI/CD, agile development)
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
• Outstanding organisational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and rapidly growing organisation
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Collaborative and innovative work environment
• Recognition and respect within the company

Location

Hybrid, with 2-3 days working from the office (London/Cheltenham) or on client site as required.
If you are a skilled Solutions Architect with DV clearance looking for a new challenge and an opportunity to contribute to national security, we encourage you to apply now to join our client's dedicated and innovative team.