Unify Talent UK

Cyber Transformation Architect Cyber Security / Azure Cloud 450 per day, Outside IR35 2 Days per week in Edinburgh Initial 3 month Contract (likely extensions for 12 months) We are urgently looking to secure the services of an experienced Cyber Transformation Architect, on an Outside IR35 basis, to support the delivery of a high-profile programme in the Financial Services industry. Core tasks: Ensure there is a coherent security architecture across the projects within the programme Maintain a set of phased security architectures for the programme Develop and instill into the projects a set of common architecture principles and components Provide knowledge sharing on the programme architecture Provide Architecture Governance for the projects and set out the expected architecture deliverables Additional tasks: Provide guidance and support to the project architects in developing the project artefacts Provide guidance and support to the Project Managers to develop the project Plans and resolve solution issues Support the development of a Cybersecurity Resilience Blueprint for Change framework Skills required: Knowledge of Security technologies for Security Operations and IAM. Security Architecture frameworks and standards (e.g. NIST, Azure Architecture, Zero Trust, etc) Architecture methodologies and alignment with Project lifecycles. Good understanding of Microsoft Azure Cloud and Integration Good presentation and documentation skills Commercial awareness of Statement of Works and MSSP models. Please apply by submitting your latest CV for immediate review by our Talent team. Thanks

Data Architect Data Infrastructure Discovery & Road Map (Apply online only) per day, Outside IR35 Fully Remote Start ASAP! Initially until end of March + likely extensions We are urgently seeking the services of an experienced Data Architect to join a project team delivering a high-profile Government program (No SC required). You'll lead a Data Infrastructure Discovery project, and build out a road map position to deliver. Key Deliverables & Activities: Phase 2: Architecture Options & Recommendation Conduct a deep-dive assessment of the current systems, constraints, and integration points. Map analytical data flows (statistics, APIs, surveillance intelligence, unstructured sources). Evaluate 2 to 3 infrastructure options, including Azure-based Analytical Platform (e.g., Data Lake, Data Factory, Databricks, or Fabric), Microsoft Fabric "small org" model, and a Hybrid model Produce the Data infrastructure blueprint. Design the Security & governance model. Provide Tooling recommendations (RAP tooling, Python/R environment, metadata management). Develop the Cost model and TCO implications. Complete the Risk assessment. Phase 3: Roadmap & Operating Model Build a three-year, staged roadmap with functional milestones at each stage. Define KPIs signaling readiness for each stage. Propose the governance model (for data stewardship, ingestion, rapid change, quality, versioning, and RAP compliance). Define the ongoing maintenance approach aligned to low internal capacity. Contribute to the Skills/capability plan and Process maps. Typical Skill Set: Deep expertise in data architecture, data warehousing, and data platform design. Strong practical knowledge of Microsoft 365/Azure investments and services, specifically those for data and analytics (e.g., Azure Data Lake, Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Microsoft Fabric). Experience with Reproducible Analytical Pipelines (RAPs) , including the setup of appropriate Python/R environments and tooling. Ability to map complex analytical data flows from various sources (statistics, APIs, unstructured data). Experience in designing security and governance models for data platforms. Financial acumen to develop cost models, including Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) implications. Experience in developing implementation roadmaps and defining operating models for data capabilities in small to medium-sized organizations. Experience in the Public Sector and/or Government Please apply by submitting your latest CV for immediate review by our Talent team. Thanks!

Business Analyst SC Clearance REQUIRED Initial 3 month Contract (Apply online only) per day, Outside IR35 Fully remote (UK based) Our exclusive Consulting partner urgently requires the services of an SC Cleared Business Analyst to join a project team working on a high profile Government program. We need: Current, Valid SC Clearance is essential! Experience working with policy and operational teams in central gov dept's Experience working with GDS and / or to GDS design principles and delivery lifecycle (Discovery, alpha, beta) Experience working with senior stakeholders in central gov dept's Scope: The Business Analyst will work across the multidisciplinary teams to understand business problems, define user and stakeholder needs, and translate them into clear, actionable requirements. They support service design and delivery by analysing processes, identifying improvements, and ensuring alignment with organisational goals. Collaborating closely with delivery managers, product owners, and technical teams, they help shape effective, user-centred digital services. This is an urgent requirement! Please apply by submitting your latest CV for immediate review by our Talent team. Thank you!