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Solutions Architect (SC Cleared)

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Hays are now looking for an SC Cleared Solutions Architect for one of our local clients:
£675 p/d Outside IR35
12 Month Contract
2 days p/w in Reading, the rest is WFH
Candidates must hold current SC Clearance
In the role, you will provide technical assurance of the client's capabilities and associated changes across a mixed environment comprising Microsoft Azure and high-assurance on-premise defence networks. Produce and maintain the supporting technical documentation required to evidence assurance activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the technical assurance and delivery aspects of the digital estate throughout its lifecycle, including the development, migration, enhancement, deployment, and retirement of services across the following areas:
- Service Management
- Service Deployment and Release
- System Implementation
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Establish and document technical requirements for the client's digital platforms, including systems operating within highly sensitive environments.
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Assess and assure new and existing capabilities, as well as programme changes, reviewing technical evidence, designs, and artefacts provided by suppliers.
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Contribute to design assurance activities, technical reviews, and testing events, offering clear and constructive technical feedback.
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Create and maintain technical assurance, design, and governance documentation for capabilities undergoing change.
Essential Requirements
- Active SC clearance as a minimum
- Demonstrable experience designing, reviewing, and assuring Microsoft Azure environments, including cloud architecture, security controls, and configuration practices.
- Strong background working with high-assurance on-premise defence networks, including architecture, accreditation processes, and technical governance.
- Excellent technical writing skills, with experience capturing and defining requirements for complex and highly sensitive systems


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