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Job Description Senior Solutions Architect with Pre Sales Experience Our Client is an international consultancy with over 3000 employees. They are now looking to recruit a Senior Solutions Architect with some Pre-Sales experience to be based at the Company's Central London Offices. You will extensive and deep Expertise in following Application Development areas: • Expertise in application architecture using modern technologies such as cloud native development, 12 factor Apps, microservices, serverless, API management, Kafka, etc. • Deep knowledge of Microservices, Containers, REST APIs development, API Management tools (e.g. MuleSoft, Apigee), Kafka • Solution architect with broad expertise in wide range of digital technologies in areas of application platform development, web and mobile development, cloud, integration, security, etc. • Application dev experience with at least one of the cloud providers - Amazon AWS or MS Azure • Understanding of distributed computing paradigm and exposure to building highly scalable systems. • Experience with platform modernization and cloud migration projects • Expertise in Agile development methodologies like TDD, BDD, Performance/Load testing etc. • DevOps experience - CI/CD, Test Automation, Containerization - tools and processes • Should be conversant with emerging technologies - chatbots, voice/conversational interfaces, RPA, Machine Learning, etc. • In-depth, hands-on experience in developing web /mobile applications or platform with either Java/J2EE or .NET tech stack and database technologies such as Oracle, MySQL, etc. • Exposure to polyglot programming languages like Scala, Python and Golang will be a plus • Ability to read/write code and expertise with various design patterns • Have used NoSQL database such as MongoDB, Cassandra, etc. Work on opportunities along with sales, practice, delivery teams through the pre-sales process • Develop customer proposals - solution architecture, pitch decks, estimating solution effort, resourcing and timelines • Translate requirements into solution architecture diagrams, implementation roadmap, delivery approach and other artifacts • Understand business & technology issues /challenges and translate that to modern technology solutions • Engage with business and IT groups to align solution architecture with strategic business direction • Build a trusted advisor relationship with business and technology leaders Stay periodically engaged throughout the entire project lifecycle to ensure ongoing alignment to established solution vision • Bachelors or master's degree in engineering (computer, electronics, etc.) • 20+ years of Solutions Architecture experience (or equivalent enterprise architecture experience) and in customer-facing roles • Vertical domain knowledge in Financial Services will be an advantage • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Experience in client-driven large-scale application platform implementation projects • Experience and desire to work in a global delivery environment Ability to travel up to 40% Familiarity with architecture modeling tools. TOGAF experience / certification desired but not necessary • Proven track record of designing / developing scalable solutions at the enterprise level • Demonstrated success in quickly understanding business needs and aligning it to technology solutions • Experience delivering solutions using an Agile / Scrum methodology Strong communications skills (e.g. active listening, requirements elicitation, oral, written, presentation, workshop facilitation, consensus building) The Clients offices as based in Holborn - Central London. The salary for this position will be based on expertise and will be in the range £90K - £120K. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with you salary and availability.

Job Description Senior Solutions Architect We have a fantastic opportunity to work for a Senior Solutions Architect with at least 5 years proven track record as a Solutions Architect. The role is based in Leeds city centre office which has been designed as a collaborative space supporting hybrid working. You will play a vital part, within your domain of responsibility, supporting the business to understand their technology landscape and how it will assist them is supporting their needs and future vision. You will be decisive in proposing and agreeing solutions within the architecture community and proactively help project teams determine how your solution designs will be implemented by the individual delivery teams and support them through implementation. Lead internal and external teams to deliver the appropriate cost-effective and innovative technology solutions in a variety of technology areas Act as a subject matter expert within your domain of responsibility, as an advocate for the architecture team, and point of contact Match the business requirements to the technology, shaping appropriate solutions across multiple global and market systems Ensure various applications and systems perform to user expectations and are continuously evolved, improved and maintained Contribute to the production of application roadmaps to identify software end-of-life risks and evolve the technology landscape Contribute to assuring designs within the architecture team, supporting peers and mentoring the wider community Contribute to ensuring all IT change is appropriately governed and aligns to application roadmaps and the overall IT Strategy, Standards and Practices Engage actively in business development activities to maintain a holistic view of the portfolio of change, in order to stay current with most effective solutions to address them Experience we need from you: A technology subject-matter expert with expertise in software architecture and design patterns and practices, with significant experience with 'cloud' ecosystems Practical career experience to lead teams and resources in a matrix structure. Able to demonstrate relevant technical capabilities in areas such as mobile application architecture, CRM and other customer technology solutions. Excellent knowledge and practical experience of all phases of a project lifecycle and delivery of IT solutions for a medium or large organisation. Experience of working with international teams preferably within the financial services sector. Excellent communication abilities, both written and verbal, for effective stakeholder engagement as a facilitator, communicator, peer, and mentor. This is a hybrid role - based in Leeds. The salary will be circa £60K - £70K + excellent benefits. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Job Description Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM Solutions 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.

Job Description Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM Solutions 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.

Job Description Solutions Architect - Retail Banking Systems We are looking to recruit a number of Solution Architects with banking systems experience. The main emphasis is on Personal Banking systems - so retail banking with current accounts, standing orders, savings accounts etc... You will have at least 5 years experience as a banking systems Solutions Architect with E2E designers. Must have experience of the following business areas within banking: § Retail banking - Current Account / Savings etc. § Digital § Payments - Credit or Debit § Fraud This is a contract role - duration 3 to 6 months. Location is Cheshire - close to Manchester. Please send your CV to us in Word format.

Inside IR35 Location: Hybrid, one day per week on site in either London or SalfordACTIVE SC REQUIRED Job Description:We are seeking a highly skilled Telecoms Quality Assurance engineer with experience in cloud technologies. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assessing solutions for value for money, assuring technical designs, and interfacing with telecom operators. This role does not require designing solutions or programming but demands a good understanding of telecoms network infrastructure and applications.Key Responsibilities:* Technical Design Assurance: Review the integrity and quality of technical designs, ensuring they meet the organizational requirements.* Assess proposed solutions for Value for Money: Evaluate proposed High-Level and Low-Level designs to ensure they provide value for money, considering the lifetime cost/benefit.* Interface with Telecom Operators: Act as the primary point of contact with specific telecom operators, facilitating effective communication and collaboration.* Compliance: Ensure solutions comply with relevant industry standards, good practice, and legal requirements. Refer appropriate matters to other relevant parts of the organisation where necessary.Required Skills and Experience:* Telecom Network Infrastructure: Comprehensive understanding of telecom network infrastructure.* Quality Assurance: Experience of Governance and Assurance roles* Telecom Industry Applications: Familiarity with typical telecom industry applications and their integration within network infrastructure.* Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess competing solutions and make appropriate recommendations based on technical merit.* Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interface with various stakeholders, including telecom operators and internal teams.* Software Engineering Background: Proven experience in software engineering, with an understanding of software development principles and practices.* Cloud Experience: Knowledge of cloud technologies and platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).* Certifications: Relevant telecoms and cloud industry certifications are desirable* Commercial: Some commercial experience is desirable but not essential.Qualifications:* Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.* Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role within the telecom industry.* Relevant certifications in cloud technologies (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are desirable.Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. 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.

Job Title: Solutions Architect Location of role: Hampshire or London - Hybrid some WFHClearance: SC LevelNegotiable rates Inside IR353 Months initially with scope for long term extensionsKey responsibilities:- Collaborate with sales and technical teams to design tailored solutions.- Lead technical pre-sales activities, including client presentations and workshops.- Develop high-quality bid responses, ensuring alignment with client requirements.- Act as a trusted advisor, guiding clients on best practices and solution implementation.Requirements:Proven pre-sales and bid management experience.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.Ability to align technical solutions with business objectives.Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. 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.

Solution Architect (DV Security Clearance) Position Description Secure Innovation is part of CGI's Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit, focused primarily on the delivery of contemporary and innovative technical solutions for the government agencies most challenging problems. Our teams work alongside our clients to help them understand how to exploit technologies to maintain competitive advantage. We are currently looking for an experienced Solution Architect to join our team - being able to think outside of the box to overcome technical challenges is essential. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2024 and has been named one of the 'World's Best Employers' by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the nature of the programme all applicants must be a single UK national and hold active HMG HLC Clearance. Your future duties and responsibilities Our CGI SDI team has a strong Agile /DevOps software engineering ethos and as a Solution Architect you will be working as part of a cross-functional team, in partnership with our clients to define, guide and assure the delivery of integrated solutions. Responsibilities: • Ownership of software systems with low to medium risk, size, quality and complexity. • Communicate with business, delivery and operational stakeholders of the software. • Identify, prioritize and address architectural concerns related to the software, based on quality attributes (non-functional requirements) and other architectural drivers. • Make or guide architectural decisions about the software, its implementation technologies, its external and internal interfaces and its development and deployment environments. • Model the software system's context and structure. • Assure that the software fulfils its present and anticipated architectural requirements by analysis, validation, modelling and road mapping. • Support the software's development and operations teams by coaching, explaining and reviewing detailed designs and code. • Keep track of emerging technologies, developments and methodologies. Required qualifications to be successful in this role • Software architecting. • Systems integration. • Requirements analysis. • Software technology knowledge. Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because... You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Job Description Microsoft Dynamics CRM Solution 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 - £75K 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.

This is a great chance to join us as our ServiceNow Lead Solution Architect to be responsible for leading the design and development of innovative solutions to meet the needs of the business. The primary objective of this role is to deploy, maintain and improve the ServiceNow Service Management platform used by Capita to support its external customers and internal staff. Help strengthen our Teams as our ServiceNow Lead Solution Architect. Home based/ fully remote role. This is a great chance to join us as our ServiceNow Lead Solution Architect to be responsible for leading the design and development of innovative solutions to meet the needs of the business. The primary objective of this role is to deploy, maintain and improve the ServiceNow Service Management platform used by Capita to support its external customers and internal staff. The role will be providing technical leadership, to lead and support the team by coaching, mentoring and driving personal and professional development and ultimately creating a high performing and engaged team. From delivery point of view, responsibilities include analysing the impact of new requirements, to deliver proactive IT Service Management and Operations through implementation, automation, integration, and management of primarily ITSM and ITOM related toolsets and environments and will require demonstrable experience and in-depth knowledge and expertise in processes, tools, and frameworks to improve overall quality, efficiency, and experience of services being delivered. What You'll Be Doing: - Collaborating with stakeholders to understand their requirements and translating them into solution designs. - Providing technical guidance to the development team to ensure the quality and integrity of the final solution. - Evaluating and recommending new technologies, platforms, and frameworks to improve solution design and delivery. - Managing and mentoring a team of BAs, admins, solution architects and developers. - Ensuring platform alignment with the business strategy. - Creating and maintaining a detailed view of the existing architecture. - Participating in process workshops. - Working closely with enterprise architecture team and assisting in migrating configuration across instances. What we're looking for: - Deep Knowledge of ServiceNow Solutions: Expertise in various ServiceNow modules and functionalities - ITIL Processes: Strong understanding of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) processes and best practices - Enterprise Environment Experience: Experience working in large-scale enterprise environments with multiple integration points - System Architecture and Design: Proficiency in designing and deploying scalable and robust architectures - Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with cloud services, enterprise software, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies like AI and IoT - ITIL Certification - Proven track record of designing and delivering complex IT solutions that meet business needs. - Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation. - Strong leadership and mentoring skills. - Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. - Informed about the technology market and trends. - Ability to gain SC clearance Desired Skills/Experience - ServiceNow Certified Master Architect (CMA) OR - ServiceNow Certified Technical Architect (CTA) - Project Management qualifications such as Prince2, PMP etc. - Knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum) About Capita Technology and Software Solutions (TSS) Capita Technology and Software Solutions (TSS) is a global shared service, responsible for delivering innovation and digital transformation for Capita's businesses and clients. We work collaboratively with Capita's divisions to shape the right digital technology solutions to help clients work differently, engage differently, sell differently and to be resilient to whatever next comes their way. We create innovative technology and software solutions for Capita's clients and businesses while ensuring secure, resilient and predictable service delivery. TSS brings together 5000+ colleagues from across Capita into a single function to deliver world-class technology and software solutions for Capita's businesses and clients. What'

Job Description Microsoft Dynamics CRM Solution 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 - £75K 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.

Home based role Help strengthen our Team as our Solutions Security Architect. Home based role. An excellent opportunity for a Solutions Cyber Security Architect to join our team to be integral to ensuring the secure design of IT solutions. Collaborating closely with project teams as well as domain-specific security architecture experts, you will provide leadership and guidance to ensure that projects adopt a risk-managed approach to cybersecurity. Passionate about security, you will work to align solutions with our security strategy and ensure compliance with corporate, industry, and client security standards. You will work to align solutions with our security strategy and ensure compliance with corporate, industry, and client security standards. This role demands a deep expertise in security technologies, risk management, and the ability to create innovative solutions to complex security challenges. What You'll Be Doing: •Leading as a security subject matter expert (SME) by providing advice, guidance, and oversight on securing IT architectures for complex systems and high-risk projects.•Driving project requirements through a threat and risk-driven methodology.•Supporting and mentoring junior Security Architects and other security professionals.•Assisting in the maintenance of Capita's enterprise security architecture model.•Contributing to the development of corporate security policies, principles, standards, and guidelines as needed.•Educating and communicating security matters to the broader technology community. What we're looking for: •Experience in cyber security architecture•Working towards CISSP certification or holding an equivalent security certification.•Broad technical security architecture knowledge gained through training and certification (i.e. ISC2 CISSP-ISSAP, BCS Practitioner Certificate in Security Architecture or equiv.)• Security technology knowledge covering three or more from the following examples (the list is not exhaustive): SIEM, SOAR, DLP, EDR/XDR, PAM, EPP, Cloud Security, Network Security, Secure SDLC, Cryptography.•Ideally the candidate will also have knowledge of architecture methodologies such as TOGAF or SABSA along with architecture development and modelling knowledge and experience with ArchiMate.•Knowledge of business continuity, risk management and enterprise architecture•Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences clearly.•Deep knowledge in one or more key IT security domains such as networking, cloud, end-user computing etc., as well as broad knowledge across the wider information security and assurance domain.•Due to the market sectors Capita operate within, you must be a UK national and hold, or be able to gain, SC security vetting clearance. Competency and level required: •Enterprise and business architecture (STPL) 5•Solution architecture (ARCH) 6•Strategic planning (ITSP) 5•Risk management (BURM) 4•Stakeholder relationship management 5•Emerging technology monitoring (EMRG) 5•Specialist advice (TECH) 6 About Capita Technology and Software Solutions (TSS) and CISO Capita Technology and Software Solutions (TSS) is a newly formed global shared service, responsible for delivering innovation and digital transformation for Capita's businesses and clients. We work collaboratively with Capita's divisions to shape the right digital technology solutions to help clients work differently, engage differently, sell differently and to be resilient to whatever next comes their way. Within Policy, Governance and CISO our key capabilities are to define, implement and maintain pan-Capita Cyber, Information Security and IT Policies. Defining and implementing security strategy and providing appropriate governance, assurance, asset management, risk management, privacy and health safety, to maintain compliance requirements for TSS and the wider group What's in it for you? •Opportunity to learn new skills and progress your career.•The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice•Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and all

Job Description IT Technology Planning & Governance Manager with Enterprise Architect Solutions Our Client is a leading company in the UK who are looking to recruit a candidate with at least 10 years expertise in IT technology and governance planning with Enterprise Architect Solutions experience. The role is Technology Planning Manager where you beresponsible for the ongoing development and maintenance of the technology alignment roadmap for Corporate working closely with senior stakeholders, systems owners and 3 rd parties to deliver innovation. Lead day-to-day support and management of the core business Applications Portfolio lifecycle including but not limited to Finance, Legal, Property, Pensions, Treasury, HR, Business Development, Payroll and our Corporate Intranet ensuring that delivery of change is fit for purpose, of high quality, reliable and secure. Role Responsibilities Drive customer-centricity and stakeholder engagement, work closely with Corp functions to align application roadmaps with the combined Corp IT / SSC annual technology plans and dependencies. Work with senior stakeholders to build, document and map business capability to solution architecture across the Corp. Take ownership and develop a technology roadmap that meets the application requirements of the Corp to support the wider Company businesses. Evaluate the potential impacts of application workloads moving to cloud, notwithstanding the threats and opportunities for Corp functions. Shape, create and present business cases for high level initiatives, seek approval, funding and prioritisation with senior stakeholders. Understand the capital allocation requirement across the Corp functions plus the overall impact of application change on the operational expenditure budget. Align technology roadmaps and annual budget planning, use as the foundation for reporting on the state of the Corp Application portfolio. Provide technical leadership for Corp initiatives engaging across the Company where corporate applications service the wider businesses. Solve complex business problems with process and technology that cut across Corp group such as Identity and Access Management. Document and review IT standards, procedures and policies to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Liaise with internal and external audit teams. Develop and adapt innovation tools and processes to drive operational excellence within Corp IT. Establish and maintain a consistent and integrated approach to information security and data protection governance in line with audit requirements. Create alignment on how to utilise governance forums such as User Experience and Architecture to improve services delivered to Corp functions. Manage solution architects, contractors, 3 rd Parties and business analyst in the future. Experience Required Significant and relevant progressive IT experience Experience of being in a practical solution planning and technical architecture design role is essential e.g. SaaS, Identity and Access Management Good understanding of emerging and innovative technologies, how to shape, deliver and leverage those technologies Experience of architecture business capability mapping, data management governance, technology roadmaps and project delivery lifecycle processes. Experience of ensuring compliance between corporate business application roadmaps and IT roadmaps. Experience of working within an ITIL service management environment with strong knowledge of business systems or applications within a corporate environment. Ability to deal with and manage conflicts whilst building successful business relationships across a range of stakeholder groups both internal and external to the organisation. Proven leadership skills, setting objectives and ensuring delivery of services to target Proven contract management, supplier management, procurement, and vendor selection experience Experience of systems such as Microsoft Office 365, Dynamics 365, SAP Success Factors, Treasury Openlink Findur, CMS, BACs Payment Platforms, Microsoft Power BI, Integration/ETL, Azure Active Directory Single Sign On and other bespoke applications Experience in executing business continuity planning and IT DRP Creating solution and technical application architectures, IT standards and policies Day-to-Day management of the Application Portfolio, its currency, dependencies and risk Technical lead on major system changes and upgrades Responsible for the development and management of Solution Architects, Business Analyst and contract resources Provide support to Corporate functions and wider businesses to enable them to optimise their use of corporate applications Vendor Management and selection (RFIs / RFP support) The Client is based in Central London. The salary for this role will be in the range of £90K - £110K + Benefits. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Job Description IT Technology Planning & Governance Manager with Enterprise Architect Solutions Our Client is a leading company in the UK who are looking to recruit a candidate with at least 10 years expertise in IT technology and governance planning with Enterprise Architect Solutions experience. The role is Technology Planning Manager where you beresponsible for the ongoing development and maintenance of the technology alignment roadmap for Corporate working closely with senior stakeholders, systems owners and 3 rd parties to deliver innovation. Lead day-to-day support and management of the core business Applications Portfolio lifecycle including but not limited to Finance, Legal, Property, Pensions, Treasury, HR, Business Development, Payroll and our Corporate Intranet ensuring that delivery of change is fit for purpose, of high quality, reliable and secure. Role Responsibilities Drive customer-centricity and stakeholder engagement, work closely with Corp functions to align application roadmaps with the combined Corp IT / SSC annual technology plans and dependencies. Work with senior stakeholders to build, document and map business capability to solution architecture across the Corp. Take ownership and develop a technology roadmap that meets the application requirements of the Corp to support the wider Company businesses. Evaluate the potential impacts of application workloads moving to cloud, notwithstanding the threats and opportunities for Corp functions. Shape, create and present business cases for high level initiatives, seek approval, funding and prioritisation with senior stakeholders. Understand the capital allocation requirement across the Corp functions plus the overall impact of application change on the operational expenditure budget. Align technology roadmaps and annual budget planning, use as the foundation for reporting on the state of the Corp Application portfolio. Provide technical leadership for Corp initiatives engaging across the Company where corporate applications service the wider businesses. Solve complex business problems with process and technology that cut across Corp group such as Identity and Access Management. Document and review IT standards, procedures and policies to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Liaise with internal and external audit teams. Develop and adapt innovation tools and processes to drive operational excellence within Corp IT. Establish and maintain a consistent and integrated approach to information security and data protection governance in line with audit requirements. Create alignment on how to utilise governance forums such as User Experience and Architecture to improve services delivered to Corp functions. Manage solution architects, contractors, 3 rd Parties and business analyst in the future. Experience Required Significant and relevant progressive IT experience Experience of being in a practical solution planning and technical architecture design role is essential e.g. SaaS, Identity and Access Management Good understanding of emerging and innovative technologies, how to shape, deliver and leverage those technologies Experience of architecture business capability mapping, data management governance, technology roadmaps and project delivery lifecycle processes. Experience of ensuring compliance between corporate business application roadmaps and IT roadmaps. Experience of working within an ITIL service management environment with strong knowledge of business systems or applications within a corporate environment. Ability to deal with and manage conflicts whilst building successful business relationships across a range of stakeholder groups both internal and external to the organisation. Proven leadership skills, setting objectives and ensuring delivery of services to target Proven contract management, supplier management, procurement, and vendor selection experience Experience of systems such as Microsoft Office 365, Dynamics 365, SAP Success Factors, Treasury Openlink Findur, CMS, BACs Payment Platforms, Microsoft Power BI, Integration/ETL, Azure Active Directory Single Sign On and other bespoke applications Experience in executing business continuity planning and IT DRP Creating solution and technical application architectures, IT standards and policies Day-to-Day management of the Application Portfolio, its currency, dependencies and risk Technical lead on major system changes and upgrades Responsible for the development and management of Solution Architects, Business Analyst and contract resources Provide support to Corporate functions and wider businesses to enable them to optimise their use of corporate applications Vendor Management and selection (RFIs / RFP support) The Client is based in Central London. The salary for this role will be in the range of £90K - £110K + Benefits. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Job Description: Technical/Solutions Architect - Cyber Security Assurance Workstream Contract: Outside IR35 Location: Hybrid/London Period: 50-60 days from early Jan 25 Clearance: Active UK SC clearance required (no sponsorship/reactivation is provided) Identifi Global are partnering with a leading consultancy client bidding for a significant public sector programme of work. As part of this process, we are seeking to engage with an experienced Technical/Solutions Architect holding current UK SC security clearance , who is interested in joining the consultancy's delivery team if the bid is successful. The role will involve assessing existing technology architectures, evaluating cyber security postures, and providing strategic recommendations to enhance security and alignment with project goals. A strong background in Secure by Design (SbD) principles is highly desirable for this position. The engagement would be outside IR35, with an estimated duration of 50-60 days. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in solutions or technical architecture within the public sector, with a focus on cyber security and secure system design. Core responsibilities include conducting architectural assessments, identifying potential vulnerabilities, and advising the end client on designs and solutions that meet both security and operational requirements. Strong expertise in SbD, risk assessment, and stakeholder collaboration is essential, alongside familiarity with public sector frameworks and methodologies. Current UK SC security clearance is mandatory. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the development of secure, cutting-edge solutions for a critical public sector programme, contingent upon the successful outcome of the bid.