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Technical Architect (DV Security Clearance) Position Description CGI's Space, Defence, and Intelligence business unit is dedicated to delivering cutting-edge technical solutions that address the most complex challenges faced by government agencies. Our mission-critical systems are custom-built to ensure security, reliability, and innovation, helping our clients protect the nation and its people. We are currently seeking a Technical Architect to join our Secure Innovation & Advisory team, working collaboratively with clients to deliver impactful solutions. This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage with groundbreaking technologies in a dynamic and rewarding environment. At CGI, we are deeply committed to the growth and development of our team members, offering extensive learning opportunities to help you stay at the forefront of an ever-evolving technology landscape. Our culture values innovation, collaboration, and ownership, making it an ideal environment for self-motivated individuals to thrive. Please note, due to the highly secure nature of the project, this role is open only to UK Nationals who hold or are eligible for HMG High-Level Clearance (HLC). While there is some flexibility for remote or hybrid work, onsite attendance at the specified location(s) will be required for secure system access. Your future duties and responsibilities • Design and deliver high-quality technical solutions. • Lead systems engineering and systems integration efforts. • Provide technical assurance for bids and proposals. Work with public cloud technologies (AWS, GCP, Azure), particularly Infrastructure as Code. • Build, lead, and mentor development teams. • Communicate effectively with both management and engineering teams. • Develop software using modern languages such as Java, Go, Python, with well-documented and standardized code. • Manage system testing and implement automated testing techniques (unit tests, integration tests, mocking/stubbing). • Deploy and develop on Linux platforms, including package management and networking configurations. • Apply modern DevOps methodologies and technologies. • Use automation/configuration management tools like Ansible. • Quickly learn and work with a wide variety of technologies. Required qualifications to be successful in this role • Able to produce high quality technical solutions and designs • Experience of systems engineering and systems integration • Experience of providing technical assurance for bids/proposals • Experience of public cloud technologies (AWS, GCP, Azure) and principles, in particular Infrastructure as Code • Experience of building, leading and mentoring development teams • Excellent interpersonal skills and able to communicate with both management and software engineers • Experience of developing using modern development languages (e.g. Java, Go, Python etc) with code written to a common standard and well-documented • Experience of System Testing and experience of automated testing - e.g. unit tests, integration tests, mocking/stubbing • Experience of using Linux as a deployment platform and day-to-day development environment - e.g. has experience of package management, networking configuration etc • Good understanding of and experience with Modern DevOps methodology and technologies • Experience of automation/configuration management (i.e. Ansible) • Experience with a wide variety of technologies, and ability and enthusiasm to learn new technologies quickly Desirable Skills: • Experience of SQL (MySQL/Oracle) and a good understanding of NoSQL Object Stores, e.g. ElasticSearch • Experience of writing RESTful web services #LI-UKA 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.

Role: Technical architect Technical architect needed with network experience (Cisco). Experience of test definition and execution in a network environment. Knowledge of test methods and tools Rate: Inside IR35 Location: 3 days a week onsite in Southampton- London area Duration: 11 months Eligible for SC clearance 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.

Role: Technical architect Technical architect needed with network experience (Cisco). Experience of test definition and execution in a network environment. Knowledge of test methods and tools Rate: Inside IR35 Location: 3 days a week onsite in Southampton- London area Duration: 11 months Eligible for SC clearance Technical architect needed with network experience (Cisco). Experience of test definition and execution in a network environment. Knowledge of test methods and tools. 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.