Application/Solution/Integration and Security Architect - SC Cleared

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced IT Architect to join a high-profile programme currently in its discovery phase. The focus of this work is around OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) collection and the development of solutions to support online communications and security requirements.

This is a key role in shaping the direction of the programme, working closely with Business Analysts and stakeholders to define the problem space, assess existing discovery work, and contribute to the discovery exit pack and proposal of next steps. Engagement with Technical Design Authorities (TDA) may also be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the Business Analyst to understand business problems and discovery outputs

• Contribute to the design of OSINT-related solutions, with consideration of AI and automation for large-scale data reduction

• Support the production of discovery exit materials and future solution proposals

• Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to ensure alignment of proposed solutions

• Provide architectural expertise on security, data, and COTS integration

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as an IT Architect in complex environments

• Strong background in security architecture and OSINT

• Experience with COTS product integration

• Familiarity with AI/automation for large-scale data analysis (desirable)

• Ability to engage at a senior level and present architectural recommendations clearly