Job Vacancy Application & Data Architect (DV Security Clearance)

In this role, you will shape the architecture of secure applications and data platforms that support Defence programmes operating in controlled environments. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary Joint Design Team, leading the design and assessment of solutions that meet strict security, compliance, and operational requirements. By collaborating closely with engineers, architects, and client stakeholders, you will guide technical decisions, ensure architectural integrity, and help translate complex requirements into practical, high-assurance solutions.



You will take ownership of architectural assessments and solution design, supporting projects throughout their lifecycle from concept and technical assurance through to deployment and service transition. Working within a strong engineering community, you will help teams adopt secure design principles, modern delivery approaches, and robust architectural practices while ensuring solutions remain scalable, resilient, and aligned with Defence standards.



Key responsibilities



• Lead & Architect secure-by-design application and data architectures for Defence programmes



• Assess & Assure applications operating in secure environments through technical and architectural assessments



• Design & Secure resilient applications and audit solutions aligned with Defence security standards and compliance requirements



• Collaborate & Guide multidisciplinary teams, architects, engineers, and client stakeholders to shape effective technical solutions



• Analyse & Validate architectural requirements including quality attributes, non-functional requirements, and security controls



• Model & Document system architecture using ArchiMate and BizzDesign Enterprise Studio



• Support & Enable development and operations teams through design reviews, coaching, and architectural guidance



• Improve & Automate delivery practices through CI/CD tooling, automation, and Azure DevOps pipelines



• Influence & Communicate architectural strategy and decisions to senior stakeholders and programme leadership



• Track & Innovate by monitoring emerging technologies, methodologies, and architectural practices

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

To succeed in this role, you will be an experienced architect with a strong background in designing secure applications within Defence or similarly controlled environments. You will bring the ability to translate complex requirements into practical architectural solutions while balancing innovation with rigorous security and assurance requirements. Strong stakeholder engagement skills and experience guiding technical teams across the full delivery lifecycle will be essential.



Essential qualifications and experience



• You should have extensive experience designing secure, resilient applications and data architectures



• Strong understanding of Defence Secure by Design principles and their practical implementation



• Hands-on experience conducting technical assessments for applications in secure environments



• Experience applying CIS Benchmarks for secure configuration of applications, middleware, and databases



• Proven experience delivering secure production implementations including deployment and service transition



• Strong client-facing communication skills, including engagement with senior stakeholders



• Experience with CI/CD tooling and automation practices, including Azure DevOps pipelines



• Proficiency in architectural modelling, including ArchiMate and BizzDesign Enterprise Studio



• Ability to analyse architectural drivers, including security, resilience, scalability, and performance



• Experience working within complex Defence or highly regulated environments



Desirable



• SAFe Agile certification or experience working within scaled agile environments



• Certification in BizzDesign Enterprise Studio or Horizzon



• Strong working knowledge of ArchiMate modelling frameworks





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