Government Digital & Data

Job Vacancy Senior Technical Architect - FCDO Services - G7

England

Government Digital & Data

Job position

Permanent
As soon as possible
£60k-69k
England, United Kingdom
Published on 29/04/2026

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As a Senior Technical Architect – Networks, you’ll design and govern secure, scalable connectivity solutions that support diplomatic, government and overseas operations.

About the Digital & Data team

The Digital & Data technology team delivers secure, innovative solutions for government partners, from bespoke systems to cloud migrations for entire embassies.

This role sits within a cutting‑edge architecture function, shaping network services across:

  • On‑premise environments

  • Hybrid and multi‑cloud platforms (Azure / AWS)

  • Highly regulated and security‑sensitive estates

What you’ll be doing

As Senior Technical Architect – Networks, you will:

  • Design secure, scalable network architectures across on‑prem, hybrid and cloud environments

  • Translate complex business and security requirements into clear, high‑quality designs

  • Define and apply architectural standards, patterns and governance

  • Produce high‑ and low‑level design artefacts (conceptual, logical, physical)

  • Provide technical assurance across delivery programmes

  • Balance security, performance and cost in complex environments

  • Mentor and guide engineers, architects and delivery teams

  • Actively manage architectural risk and contribute to continuous improvement

  • Stay close to emerging technologies and evolving threats, keeping the network estate future‑ready

Candidate profile

Who this role is for

This role will suit someone who:

  • Is an experienced network or infrastructure architect

  • Has worked in secure or regulated environments

  • Is confident influencing senior stakeholders and governance forums

  • Enjoys mentoring others and shaping technical communities

  • Can provide calm, evidence‑based advice when it matters most

Essential experience

You’ll bring:

  • A degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Network Engineering or Telecommunications

  • Proven experience designing secure LAN, WAN and hybrid cloud networks

  • Experience with VMware private cloud and Azure and/or AWS

  • Strong understanding of secure network design and protecting sensitive data

  • Experience leading architectural governance and reviewing complex solutions

  • Ability to communicate complex technical topics to technical and non‑technical audiences

  • Holding (or willingness to work towards) certifications such as TOGAF, ITIL, CCNP or equivalent

Working environment

London, England, United Kingdom
> 1000 employees
Corporate / Direct Employer
Government Digital and Data is a community of experts leading digital transformation in government, creating more efficient services that have a meaningful impact on people’s lives. Government Digital and Data professionals benefit from cross-government events and learning. From webinars from the world’s leading innovators to digital upskilling sessions.They enhance our professionals’ skills and capabilities, which ultimately enables them to be a part of the world-leading advancements in digital transformation and government innovation.

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