Technical Architect

Technical ArchitectCentral Government Programme Defence Environment Andover HQ (2 days onsite per week) 110,000 - 120,000 + package SC Clearance requiredOverviewAn opportunity has opened for a Technical Architect to join a high-security central government programme supporting a major defence-related capability. This is a hands-on architecture role where you will take ownership of complex system design across large-scale, secure environments, ensuring solutions are robust, compliant, and aligned to wider enterprise strategy.You will operate across multi-disciplinary teams, providing technical leadership from early concept through to delivery, governance, and ongoing optimisation.Key ResponsibilitiesYou will:Lead the end-to-end technical design of complex systems and servicesDefine, review, and assure architectural solutions across the full delivery lifecycleProvide governance and technical oversight across development and integration activityConduct impact assessments, design reviews, and risk evaluation of solution changesTranslate business and technical requirements into scalable, secure architecturesEnsure adherence to enterprise standards, security principles, and regulatory requirementsApply architectural principles across software, infrastructure, cloud, and integration layersSupport secure solution design aligned to government and defence security standardsContribute to architecture boards, governance forums, and technical decision-makingProvide mentoring, guidance, ..... full job details .....