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Solutions Architect

£69,611 - 77,801
GCHQ
Hubble Road, Hayden
£69,611 - 77,801
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5k+
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Product
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Exp Level
Senior
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Job Type
Full-Time
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Language
English
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Visa sponsorship
No

Requirements

Must:
- Experience in solutions architecture, including leading the design of end-to-end digital or technology solutions - Familiarity with frameworks such as TOGAF, NIST, and ITIL - Experience managing or line-managing a team - Skilled at producing artefacts that guide delivery teams - Ability to explain design decisions clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences - Effective stakeholder management, collaboration, and negotiation skills - Adaptability, time management, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving abilities

Technologies

ITIL
LESS
TOGAF

Responsibilities

- Help deliver technology solutions that support GCHQs mission - Lead design work, manage a team, and make strategic architectural decisions - Shape solution designs, produce clear documentation and models - Ensure alignment with established architectural standards - Work closely with stakeholders to balance technical, business, cost, and risk considerations - Collaborate with delivery teams, engineers, and business colleagues to clarify requirements - Adapt designs and guide their implementation - Produce and maintain artefacts, providing clarity and direction - Mentor less-senior colleagues - Travel across the UK to work closely with colleagues from all areas of the organisation

Description


We are GCHQ, an intelligence, cyber and security agency dedicated to keeping the UK safe. Our mission is to use cutting-edge technology and partnerships to identify, analyze, and disrupt threats. As a Solutions Architect, youll play a vital role in delivering technology solutions, working on complex projects, and collaborating in a supportive, inclusive environment. We value flexible working patterns to support work-life balance and are committed to continuous professional development, offering tailored support for your growth and innovation.
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