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The role requires a strong background in IT Architecture, with particular expertise in Microsoft architecture. You will be responsible for maintaining and upholding Enterprise Architecture standards across the Digital Workplace team environment, ensuring that Microsoft architectural frameworks, principles, and best practices are consistently applied throughout the organisation. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving architectural governance, leveraging deep knowledge of Microsoft platforms and solutions to support the evolution of robust, scalable solutions that meet the needs of diverse stakeholders. Design and oversee the implementation of robust, scalable, and secure technical solutions. Provide architectural leadership across a diverse portfolio of projects, ensuring best practices are championed. Identify and drive opportunities for technological innovation and efficiency improvements. Mentor and guide technical staff, fostering growth and sharing expertise within the team. Set and uphold architectural standards to maintain high-quality solutions. Engage in complex problem-solving and contribute to high-level strategic decision-making. Ensure systems and services are resilient, responsive, and technologically advanced. Safeguard the organisation’s reputation for excellence in meteorological services. Collaborate effectively with stakeholders, clearly communicating technical concepts to varied audiences. We operate an on-call roster in Technology to provide 24/7/365 support to respond to operational service requirements. This post may be part of an on-call roster and the postholder would be required to participate in an on-call roster where in operation.

Responsible for the technical architecture, solution development, delivery and configuration for Dynamics365 CE CRM and Power platform solution. Experience required: Experience of Dynamics 365 CRM capabilities specifically Sales and Customer Service. Design & Development experience in Dynamics 365 primarily on Customer Service and Field Service Experience of Power Platform development (Power Apps Portals, Model-Driven / Canvas Applications), Microsoft Dataverse, Power Automate Hands on experience in configuration, customization and extension of Dynamics CRM LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM Solution s Architect Our Client has a Global operation for which they are now looking to recruit a MS Dynamics CRM Solutions Architect with at least 7 years experience in a MS Dynamics Architect role. You will be the design authority, evangelising across all elements of the Dynamics CRM solution Work with key stakeholders to further develop and enhance the Dynamics solution Be the gatekeeper to the design, architecture, and implementation of the global platform Lead the conceptualisation, design and delivery of high-quality solutions across all areas of the Dynamics landscape, including CRM, Marketing, Portal and several incoming and outgoing interfaces via the integration platforms Use in-depth knowledge of MS Dynamics to solve technical design challenges across the Clients 30+ sites who will use the platform Prepare and seek approval for high and low-level business and technical architectural documents which describe proposed solutions Be the interface between the business, Product Owner and various technical resources to ensure solutions are effectively embedded into the organisation Ensure the implementation of best practices based on Microsoft Dynamics standards and supported configuration/customisations Use advanced knowledge of JScript, C#, PowerApps and MS Technologies to enhance the solution and develop proof of concepts to demonstrate options Investigate, analyse and propose new technologies or revisions to existing architectural design that will benefit the admissions user communities Keep knowledge of Dynamics and supporting technologies up to date in line with the latest platform changes Identify product risks and mitigate or communicate as necessary Organise and conduct discovery workshops, discussions, and value-based use case demonstrations for requirements/proposed solutions Provide direct Technical Design support within the Global Applications team to build or revise support processes and practises MS Dynamics CRM Certifications Other Microsoft certifications Cloud solution certifications TOGAF or equivalent 7+ years in Solution Architect role 7+ years Dynamics CRM Configuration/customisation 7+ years with all Dynamics areas (CRM, Marketing, Customer Service, Portal) Solution design with Critical thinking Configuration/customisation along with Testing and debugging Development tools (Visual Studio) Excellent interpersonal skills English as primary language Experience in global delivery environments and Working within remote teams Experience of education sector coupled with Experience of DevOps Salary for this role be in the range £70K - £85K plus benefits. The position will be based in Milton Keynes. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Key Responsibilities Define and deliver BDUK’s Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) strategy, aligning it with organisational priorities and advising senior leaders on opportunities, risks and investment decisions Lead the design, build and running of digital services and applications that power BDUK’s core programmes, and embed user-centred design, accessibility and continuous improvement Build on BDUK’s data capabilities, ensuring data is secure, well-governed and high quality, and drive the use of data, automation, AI and machine learning to generate insight and improve decisions Oversee the performance, reliability and security of core systems and platforms, ensuring robust operations, risk management and compliance with government standards Lead and develop a skilled, multidisciplinary DDaT workforce, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement Represent BDUK’s DDaT agenda across the organisation and the wider government community, championing excellence and capability building

As Chief Data Officer (CDO) at HM Treasury, you will be at the forefront of transforming how the department leverages data and artificial intelligence to shape the nation’s economic future. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the Treasury’s transition into a data-driven, AI-enabled organisation, championing the value of data science at the highest levels. You will work closely with senior leaders across the Treasury and wider government to identify, initiate, and deliver high-impact projects that drive policy innovation and operational excellence. Your leadership will be instrumental in embedding automation, advanced analytics, and AI solutions to unlock efficiencies, generate new insights, and add tangible value to the department’s work. Building on a strong foundation, you will set the vision for how data and AI are harnessed to inform policy development and public spending decisions. You will play a pivotal role in fostering a culture of innovation, working with talented analysts and data professionals to position the Treasury as a centre of excellence in economic analysis and digital transformation. This role is ideally suited to an ambitious and energetic leader who thrives in a mission-driven environment and is passionate about the power of data and technology to deliver public good. Key Responsibilities: Drive the delivery of the Treasury’s data strategy and implementation plan, supporting creation of the new Treasury Digital and Data function ensuring that the Data Hub and specialist groups operate to the highest standards and deliver measurable impact. Lead the identification, scoping, and delivery of cutting-edge projects both within the Treasury and in collaboration with other departments where data science and AI can directly advance HMT’s strategic objectives. Inspire and lead communities of practice across coding, analytics, and data visualisation, nurturing a culture of creativity and experimentation. Alongside supporting Government Digital Service (GDS) led initiatives and wider community events. Champion the adoption, development, and ethical use of AI whether developed in-house or in partnership with organisations such as the Office for National Statistics and the Government Digital Service ensuring that the Treasury remains at the forefront of digital government. Serve as the Senior Responsible Owner (SRO) for data use across the department, working with the GDS to advance data maturity, promote AI transparency, and set robust standards for responsible data and AI use. Represent HMT’s unique data needs in cross-government forums. Lead and empower the Data Hub’s data scientists and engineers, collaborating with the wider analytical community to develop innovative tools, enhance data visualisation, and drive efficiency and value through improved analytical products and methodologies. Play an active role in the leadership of the Economics Group, with a particular focus on the Darlington Economic Campus, and contribute to the strategic direction of HM Treasury’s AI and analytical capability. If you would like to speak to the hiring manager informally prior to the closing date for applications to find out more about the job, please contact Lindsey Jones via who will be able to arrange an appointment.

Job Title: Digital and Creative Officer - Nuclear Training Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Develop nuclear training assets through design and development, embedding rigorously derived learning and assessment objectives Facilitate nuclear training effectiveness through design of high-quality training aids, and drive ongoing enhancement of educational resources Support Nuclear Training Needs Analysis by delivering the correct digital learning solution to customer requirements. Help apply the Systematic Approach to Training to create strong, high-quality digital training materials Coordinate the formatting, approval, and publishing of content on our Nuclear Training Portal Help implement the nuclear training strategy to provide effective communication and training assets, and related collateral Your skills and experiences: Essential: Good digital and / or creative skills and knowledge (either generalist or in specific area) BA(Hons) Graphic Design or equivalent prior experiential learning would be advantageous around idea generation, visualisation techniques, and image making Desirable: Exposure to some of the following packages: Articulate360, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Nuclear Discipline, Skills & Capability team: This role sits within a new nuclear training team at BAE Systems Submarines, created to facilitate and manage training to support the growth of a resilient nuclear business. You will be joining a team based at Barrow-in-Furness whose remit is to support and manage Nuclear Capability, Training and nuclear safety through a competent workforce. You will have the opportunity to gain exposure across the wider business areas as you will be liaising with cross functional teams such as Engineering, Operations as well as Senior Nuclear Leadership teams, as well as international projects such as AUKUS. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

We are partnering with a well-established organisation seeking a skilled Project Manager (Dynamics 365) to join their dynamic IT team for a 6-month fixed-term contract. Location – Wokingham (min 2-3 days per week onsite) Duration – 6 Month Fixed Term Contract Responsibilities Work collaboratively with various Development and Infrastructure teams, Quality Assurance and Product. Management to ensure successful delivery of the projects with committed deliverables. Identify risks, track dependencies and remove impediments. Track and communicate team velocity and sprint progress to all affected teams and management. Work remotely and onsite with a diverse group of stakeholders in different time zones. Document Product roadmaps in coordination with Product Managers. Regularly report to senior leadership, providing updates on progress, risks, roadblocks and financials. Assist with project planning and prioritisation. Required Experience Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations. Experience in a project management capacity with evidence of managing complex software projects. Degree in Management or IT/Systems related discipline preferred. A proven understanding of project principles and project management techniques. Knowledge of Azure DevOps, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook and Teams. Ability to analyse team progress, present appropriate information/charts and provide executive level presentations. Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and effectively deal with tight deadlines and pressure. Note that this opportunity is being offered on a 6 month Fixed Term Contract and requires candidate to commute to the Wokingham site several times per week. Apply as soon as possible and one of our team will reach out to discuss further. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we cannot reply to every applicant. If you have not heard back within 7 days then your application has been unsuccessful.

Head of IT Infrastructure and Security In summary we are looking to recruit an all-round individual with expert knowledge and hands-on experience of IT Infrastructure coupled with Security, Compliance & Risk Management You must have upwards of 10 years hands-on expertise in IT Infrastructure combined with Security and Risk – ideally from within the banking or insurance sector. The Head of IT Infrastructure and Security Lead is responsible for overseeing the organization's IT operations, ensuring the stability, continuity, security, and efficiency of its technology platforms within a global commercial insurance environment. Some of the key points to consider for this role are: • Define and enforce cloud security policies, identity management, and access controls to protect systems, networks, and data. • Oversee the adoption of zero-trust security principles to enhance protection across cloud platforms. • Manage identity and access management (IAM) in a cloud-first environment, including Azure AD, MFA, Conditional Access, SSO, and Privileged Access Management (PAM). • Lead threat monitoring, detection, and response using cloud-native security solutions such as Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and SIEM platforms. • Ensure compliance with cloud security frameworks and regulatory requirements (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, SOC2, FCA). Technology: • Microsoft Azure Infrastructure design and administration, including topology, Azure networking, services, and component knowledge, • Microsoft AD (Entra), Server and SQL experience, • O365 administration and design • Microsoft 365 & Azure: Strong experience managing Microsoft 365 (Exchange, SharePoint, Teams), Azure cloud infrastructure, and security tools such as Microsoft Defender and Sentinel. • Security & Compliance: Deep knowledge of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS), compliance requirements (GDPR, SOC2), and risk management best practices. Summary: • Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Capable of making informed decisions and resolving complex IT issues in a fast-paced environment. • Stakeholder Engagement: Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior leadership and business users. The role will involve managing a Cloud environment in a team of 4 Technical people. Managing 6 different suppliers which include Security, IT Networks, Hosting and Servers and 3rd party software. The aim of the role is to bring the MSP's (suppliers of hardware and software) to the same page for the stakeholders and the Board and ensure technology is running smoothly. The Client is a financial organization based in the City of London. This is a hybrid position with 3 days in the office. The salary for this role will be in the range £85K - £95K plus Excellent Benefits. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

A Microsoft Security Engineer is required for an initial 6 month contract. This is a hybrid role with 2-3 days per week on site in London and is inside IR35 so will require working via an FCSA accredited umbrella company This role is for a proactive and skilled Microsoft Security Engineer/Analyst tasked with safeguarding digital assets by leveraging a comprehensive suite of Microsoft security technologies. The ideal candidate will use Microsoft Defender XDR for managing and responding to threats, implement Microsoft Purview to ensure data compliance, and secure identities and access through Microsoft Entra ID. Essential skills/knowledge/experience: Microsoft Defender XDR (Extended Detection and Response) *Platform Expertise and Management: Act as a subject matter expert for the core components of the Defender XDR suite, including: *Microsoft Defender for Endpoint: Manage endpoint protection, detection, and response across our device fleet. *Microsoft Defender for Office 365: Protect against email-based threats, including phishing, malicious attachments, and compromised links. *Microsoft Defender for Identity: Monitor on-premises Active Directory signals to identify and investigate threats related to compromised identities. *Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps: Enforce security policies and provide threat protection across our cloud applications. *Microsoft Defender Vulnerability Management: Prioritize and address critical vulnerabilities and misconfigurations based on a risk-based assessment. *Collaboration & Support: Work with internal IT and other security teams to ensure the effectiveness of the platform. Serve as a point of contact for external services like Microsoft Defender Experts for proactive hunting and expert guidance. *Documentation & Reporting: Document incident response procedures, create reports on security posture, and provide regular briefings to leadership. Microsoft Purview (Data Governance and Compliance) *Data Lifecycle Management: Implement policies for records management and retention to ensure that data is retained according to legal and business requirements and securely disposed of when no longer needed. *Data Security Posture Management (DSPM): Utilize DSPM capabilities to understand data risk, identify sensitive data across the environment, and implement controls to mitigate risk. This includes managing data security posture related to AI applications and models. *eDiscovery & Auditing: Support legal and compliance teams by utilizing Purview's eDiscovery and audit capabilities for investigations. *Education: Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. *Experience: 8-10 years of experience in a cybersecurity role, with a strong focus on Microsoft security solutions. *Technical Skills: *In-depth practical knowledge of the Microsoft security stack, including Defender XDR, Purview, and Entra ID. *Experience with scripting languages, particularly PowerShell, for automation and management. *Familiarity with common cybersecurity frameworks and attack methodologies, such as the MITRE ATT&CK framework. *Certifications (Preferred): *Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate (SC-200) *Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate (SC-300) *Microsoft Certified: Information Protection Administrator Associate (SC-400) *Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Microsoft Entra ID (Identity and Access Management) *Advanced Threat Protection: Utilize Microsoft Entra ID Protection to identify and respond to compromised credentials and other identity-based risks. Work closely with the Defender for Identity team to monitor on-premises Active Directory signals for threats. *Privileged Access Management: Implement and maintain Privileged Identity Management (PIM) and Privileged Access Management (PAM) to provide just-in-time (JIT) access and enforce the principle of least privilege. *Authentication Protocols: Ensure the proper configuration and integration of various authentication protocols, including SAML, OAuth, OIDC, and SCIM for application and service provisioning. *Device Management: Secure Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) and other device access by implementing device-based access policies and configurations. Desirable skills/knowledge/experience: *Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. *Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with technical and non-technical teams. *A proactive mindset and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced, evolving threat landscape. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

Exciting Opportunity: Cyber Security Consultant in Bristol Our client, a leading consultancy in Bristol, is seeking a skilled Cyber Security Consultant to strengthen their team and work on client and internal projects. Key Skills and Experience: 7+ years in Cyber Security roles Defence Experience: A solid background in working on defence-related projects. Risk Assessment and Architecture: Proven experience in creating risk assessment and architecture documentation. Penetration Testing Processes: A comprehensive understanding of pen testing procedures, including reporting, triaging, and devising remediation plans. MOD Knowledge: Familiarity with Ministry of Defence (MOD) protocols and requirements. NCSC Guidance: Expertise in applying NCSC (National Cyber Security Centre) guidance effectively. Desirable Skills Security Architecture Expertise: Experience in designing and implementing security architectures is highly valued. Role: Up to £75,000 per annum 25 days holidays 2-3 days per week in office or client site Travel compensated for client visits Bonus scheme Eligibility Applicants must be British citizens with no second citizenship to qualify for this position! To find out more about Computer Futures please visit Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

Our client is looking for a Presales & Solution Architect to work on a fully remote basis. This would be an initial 3 month contract working Outside IR35. Key Responsibilities Presales & Solution Architecture * Collaborate with sales and business development teams to shape client proposals and Statements of Work. * Lead discovery sessions to understand client requirements and translate them into technical solutions. * Design and present tailored Microsoft 365 solutions, including architecture diagrams, demos, and proof-of-concepts. * Estimate effort and create bill-of-materials and scope documentation for service engagements. Design & Implementation * Architect and implement Microsoft 365 environments including Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Exchange Online, and Microsoft Entra ID. * Design governance, compliance, and security frameworks using Microsoft Purview, Intune, and Defender. * Lead workshops and training sessions for IT teams and end-users. * Develop migration and rollout strategies from legacy systems to Microsoft 365. Consulting & Delivery * Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing guidance on best practices, licensing, and integration. * Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. * Produce high-quality documentation including design specs, test plans, and operational guides. * Mentor junior consultants and contribute to internal capability development. * Experience: o 5+ years in Microsoft 365 consulting, including presales and delivery. o Proven experience in designing and implementing enterprise-scale Microsoft 365 solutions. o Familiarity with hybrid environments and cloud migration strategies. * Technical Skills: o Deep knowledge of Microsoft 365 services: Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Exchange, Entra ID, Intune. o Strong understanding of Zero Trust principles, Data Lifecycle Management, and Collaboration Governance. o Experience with PowerShell scripting and Microsoft admin portals. o Exposure to Microsoft Defender suite (Identity, Endpoint, Cloud Apps, Office 365). * Certifications (preferred): o Microsoft SC-300 (Identity and Access Administrator) o Microsoft SC-400 (Information Protection Administrator) o Microsoft MS-102 (Microsoft 365 Administrator) * Soft Skills: o Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. o Ability to simplify complex technical concepts for diverse audiences. o Strong organisational and time management capabilities. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

As a Senior Test Engineer for MDS, you will develop and maintain reliable test frameworks and automation test suites for the MDS across the Mobile technology stack. You will define the approach for test infrastructure setup and use outputs to drive technical improvement. You will be responsible for defining and executing both functional and non-functional tests using both manual and automation methodologies with a variety of software and programming languages including but not limited to JavaScript, Cypress, Playwright and XCUIT automation frameworks. You will be required to build test suites and perform tests against all aspects of the Mobility service including MDM solutions including Workspace One and Intune, clients including iOS and Samsung Knox mobile devices (phones and tablets) and their relevant operating systems. Additionally, the role requires defining and testing all integrations with the MDM and our devices including infrastructure and backend services including Cloud Hosted infrastructure (AWS/Azure), Mobile Threat Defence software, and bespoke APIs and web services. As a member of the MDS team, you will be able to perform testing against bespoke in-house developed mobile applications build in native Swift and Kotlin, as well as backend .net web applications. You will work closely with both internal and external stakeholders to set the direction of the testing function within the Mobile Devices product team. You will be expected to work in an Agile and proactive working environment, delivering within lean timescales in a security conscious working environment.

Dynamics 365 CE Solutions Architect Remote - UK £80,000 - £85,000 + car allowance VIQU is working with a global leader in industrial engineering who are seeking a Dynamics 365 CRM Solutions Architect to drive the design and implementation of CRM and Field Service solutions as part of a major global transformation programme. The successful Solutions Architect will play a key role in shaping the architecture of Dynamics 365 CRM systems (Sales, Marketing, Field Service), ensuring they meet business needs and support a large global user base. Key Responsibilities of the Dynamics 365 CE Solutions Architect: Lead the design and architecture of Dynamics 365 CRM and Field Service solutions. Align systems with business goals and enterprise governance. Collaborate with stakeholders and Product Owners on global deployments. Provide expert guidance, roadmaps, and best practice improvements. Run solution design workshops and lead product demonstrations. Experience Required of the Dynamics 365 CE Solutions Architect: Strong background as a Functional Consultant or Solutions Architect with Dynamics 365 CE (Sales, Marketing, Field Service). Proven leadership in CRM/FSM projects and global deployments. Knowledge of Azure, SaaS, COTS, and cloud-based technologies. Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills. Architecture framework certifications (TOGAF/Archimate) desirable. To discuss this exciting opportunity in more detail, please APPLY NOW. Alternatively, you can contact Katie Dark directly on -hidden email-. If you know someone who would be ideal for this role, by way of showing our appreciation, VIQU is offering an introduction fee up to £1,000 once your referral has successfully started work with our client (terms apply). Dynamics CRM Solutions Architect Remote - UK £80,000 - £85,000 + car allowance

As a Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer, you will collaborate with other Infrastructure Engineers to manage, operate and maintain the Department for Education’s physical and cloud networking infrastructure. In a user-centred, agile environment you will assist with driving improvements to modernise the deployment and management of network resources. This includes supporting the primary Lead Network Infrastructure Engineer to phase out outdated practices and implement new initiatives to enhance operation and maintenance. In this highly technical role you will: input into the overall management of the network domain, contributing to plans regarding technology roadmaps, projects, workforce and budgets build, operate and maintain network resources respond to incidents and requests to identify and resolve issues preventing delivery identify patterns and trends within incidents and collaborate with others where required to resolve problems identify technical improvements to automate the deployment of network resources and management tasks where possible advocate user-centric, agile approaches which focus on rapid, effective delivery of high-quality services collaborate with and support third-party suppliers in providing network infrastructure services share knowledge of tools and techniques with the wider team and community, growing awareness, inclusivity and balance. Security vetting: If you are successful, you must be prepared to undergo the Security Check (SC) clearance process before you begin your role at DfE. Please see further information at the bottom of the advert.

We’re recruiting for a Lead Technical Architect here at , to be part of our warm and collaborative (LAA) team. Our lead architects are responsible for assuring, designing, and delivering digital services that make a genuine difference to people’s lives. Together we will collaborate to develop our strategy, connect people and build trust with clear communication, and provide empathetic technical leadership across diverse teams. This role aligns against from the Government Digital and Data Framework Our Lead Technical Architects will work to understand our technology, our business, and our people (colleagues, stakeholders, and users of our services), and to create an ambitious and pragmatic vision for our teams, using their technical expertise to bring our challenges and opportunities into focus alongside the views of other professions in our leadership team. A Lead Technical Architect can see the big picture, understanding our complex technology landscape, and can clearly and effectively communicate that big picture by building trust, developing great relationships, and empathising with others. They provide mentoring and support to other architects and engineering leadership in their service area, and they have a good understanding of a broad range of technologies, with experience in both software engineering and commercial enterprise, as well as providing effective governance, both within our organisation, and across our suppliers. We are a flexible organisation and we understand that people can't always work 5 days a week or might have responsibilities that sometimes clash with standard office hours. We work as flexibly as we can, including offering part time hours, so if in doubt please do get in touch. If you're the right candidate we will do our best to work around you. To help picture your life at please take a look at our and our Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with the Principal Technical Architect to create a technical vision for Legal Aid develop our strategy, and be accountable for our technology estate as a whole. Communicate about our technology across teams and professions, both within our Digital unit and across all parts of the Ministry of Justice; seeing the big picture, and bringing it to all stakeholders. Advocate for a diverse, inclusive culture across the engineering community, growing awareness, inclusivity, and balance, including being a champion for increasing women and minorities in our workforce. Collaborate and find agreement with senior stakeholders, providing both technical and non-technical direction and challenge, as well as pragmatic compromise to deliver value. Mentor, coach, line-manage, and recruit more great technical architects and engineering leadership, helping build a sustainable work force plan to deliver our strategy. Create structured analysis of technical concepts, providing insight for multi-disciplinary decision-making, whilst seeking opportunities to collaborate and reuse common components. Empower teams to make pragmatic and incremental change, through influence and inspiration, setting both a vision for the future and an empathetic path that people and teams will be able to follow. Guide and influence choices to align with strategy, and seek out opportunities for digital transformation, helping all understand the value of technical decisions. Engage with our portfolio, assurance, risk management, cyber, and information assurance leadership to ensure their priorities are represented alongside those of the business and other digital teams. Our Tech Stack This is our tech, both strategic and legacy. You don’t need to have experience with all of these, but we hope you see some familiar things. Modern strategic software built in Ruby, Java, and Python. Public for our work. Resilient infrastructure in the cloud (primarily AWS), using infrastructure as code (IaC) and platforms as a service (PaaS). Progressive software development practices such as Domain-Driven Design (DDD), test-driven development (TDD), continuous integration (CI) and continuous delivery (CD). A new multi-tier architecture, creating central data and business logic platforms to accelerate our product development. Enterprise Oracle software, including Enterprise Resource Planning (E-Business Suite). Mac laptops for delivering our work. If this feels like an exciting challenge, something you are enthusiastic about, and want to join our team please read on and apply!

The purpose of the Senior Networks Infrastructure Engineer role is to ensure critical Intelligence Collection capabilities are delivered and maintained effectively to ensure they meet the NCAs evolving operational demands. Working in a small team of highly enthusiastic IT professional staff, transferring skills within the team will ensure we are better placed to look after the TI Intelligence networks to provide full critical support, upgrades, development and maintenance. The role is responsible for: Delivering 1st, 2nd and mainly 3rd line support of technical systems to a professional standard, adapting to and meeting user requirements; Having an in-depth knowledge of the network protocols; Installing of new network hardware, configuration which will also include the patching of all network elements; Working knowledge of the Fortigate, CISCO and Dell hardware primarily; Maintaining and upgrading systems in line with technical requirements for ICI. Security is extremely important for all of the services SOS maintain, therefore systems must be maintained to ensure these systems are accreditable. This includes updating system high and low level designs and associated documentation. Due to the nature of this role, travel between sites is regularly required. As such, a Full, clean, UK Driving Licence is essential. Please note, TI (Domestic) team members will be subject to an on call rota. This role aligns to within the Government Digital and Data career framework. Duties and responsibilities: Business as usual support - Help deliver 3rd line support of the supported SOS systems to a professional standard, meeting user requirements, reacting to system problems to ensure continued availability of SOS systems within defined service levels. Support 1st and 2nd line functions if required to ensure the ICI business can function as efficiently as possible. Specification of hardware - Matching business requirements to hardware specifications that meet and often exceed those requirements Installation of hardware - Racking and cabling of hardware to an industry best practice level, including asset management registering of support, licensing Identification of obsolescence - Notification of obsolescence issues early in the hardware lifecycle to ensure funding and approvals are in place as early as possible, avoiding unnecessary system outages due to obsolescence Creation and maintenance of system documentation - Create technical designs and ensure High and Low Level Designs (HLD/LLD) are maintained to an accurate level Continual Improvement - Researching advances in technology to better meet business requirements with innovative solutions to meet business or technical problems Patching and upgrades of Network equipment - Using standard IT tooling to deploy and test software patches Configuration of Network equipment - Have the knowledge of configuring the different types of network equipment Supporting the wider SOS team - Providing support to the wider team, assisting where needed and mentoring to share knowledge and upskill less experienced staff, provide briefing sessions and training material to aid in that process Assist in project work - Be the lead for new projects in developing new technologies to best meet the requirements Interception principles - Have an understanding of Interception of Telecommunications would be useful, even at a basic level Infrastructure Problem Solving - Have a basic understanding of Infrastructure to be able to problem solve network and/or server issues Knowledge and the working of Fortigate, CISCO and Dell firewalls - Have an in-depth understanding of the Firewall models - configuration, patching, support, fault finding and upgrading Virtual Open Evening Event To find out more about the role and the application process we will be holding a virtual opening evening via MS Teams on Wednesday, 22nd October 2025 at 6:00 p.m. This event is by invitation only. To register, please click on the following link Please note, you will be asked for your name and email address. The registration will close on Sunday, 19 October 2025 at 11:00 p.m. You will not be able to register after this date and time.