Solutions Architect – eDV/DV Cleared (Hybrid, London/Cheltenham)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Solutions Architect with eDV or DV clearance to design and deliver secure, scalable solutions for high‑impact national security programmes. The role works within a hybrid model, based in London or Cheltenham, collaborating with engineering, cyber‑security and delivery teams.

Key responsibilities

• Develop end‑to‑end solution architectures across application, infrastructure, security and integration domains.
• Produce high‑level and detailed design documentation.
• Ensure compliance with security, information‑assurance and enterprise‑architecture standards.
• Lead design reviews, governance and technical assurance activities.
• Evaluate technical options, risks and trade‑offs and contribute to road‑maps.
• Support integration, transition and operational acceptance activities.

Required profile

• Active eDV or DV clearance (SC or lapsed clearances not acceptable).
• Proven experience as a Solutions, Technical or Enterprise Architect.
• Background delivering secure‑by‑design solutions in highly secure government, defence or national‑security environments.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Required skills

• Cloud architecture
• Infrastructure architecture
• Integration architecture
• Application architecture
• Security architecture principles

What we offer

• Salary £83,000‑£113,000 per year.
• Exceptional benefits package.
• Hybrid working model (2‑3 days on‑site).
• Technically challenging and meaningful programmes.
• Career development and collaborative technical teams.