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Job Description - Technical Architect (SFIA Level 5) Job Title: Technical Architect (SFIA Level 5 - Senior) Programme: Unified Data Platform (UDP) - Azure Microsoft Fabric SFIA Level: Level 5 - Ensure, Advise DDaT Role: Technical Architect Contract Duration: Up to 36 months (with potential extension) Location: Leeds / London / Sheffield / Remote (hybrid - travel to client sites as required) Security Clearance: SC Clearance (required for this role) Job Summary - What Makes This Role Exciting An exceptional opportunity to shape the technical direction of one of the UK's most significant public sector data programmes. As a Senior Technical Architect on the client Unified Data Platform, you will define and govern the end-to-end technical architecture of a cloud native data Lakehouse on Microsoft Azure Fabric, enabling data driven services for over 22 million citizens across Universal Credit, State Pension, and disability benefits. At SFIA Level 5, you will own the High Level and Low Level architectural designs, provide technical leadership across the data engineering, DevOps, and infrastructure squads, and serve as the primary technical authority for the programme. You will represent the programme at client Digital Design Authority, Red Lines Assessment boards, and other governance forums, ensuring all architectural decisions are compliant, defensible, and aligned to client strategic vision. Key Responsibilities Define, own, and maintain the end to end technical architecture for the client UDP on Microsoft Azure Fabric; produce and gain approval for HLD and LLD artefacts. Provide technical governance leadership: represent the programme at client Digital Design Authority, Red Lines Assessment, and security governance boards; ensure all designs meet client standards. Lead architectural decision making across the Microsoft Fabric Lakehouse, including medallion architecture design, data integration patterns, OneLake governance, and Microsoft Purview integration. Provide technical leadership and oversight to Data Engineers, DevOps Engineers, and Infrastructure Engineers; review designs, conduct code and architecture reviews, and enforce standards. Define non functional requirements (NFRs) including performance, scalability, availability, security, and disaster recovery; validate these are met throughout the build lifecycle. Lead knowledge transfer of architectural design decisions, patterns, and documentation to client teams; build internal capability and ensure operational readiness. Essential Technical Skills Extensive experience as a Technical or Solution Architect on large scale cloud data platform programmes. Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Azure Fabric - Lakehouse, Warehouse, Data Pipelines, OneLake, Fabric Notebooks, Real Time Analytics, and Power BI integration. Extensive experience designing data Lakehouse architectures (medallion architecture, Delta Lake, Apache Spark). Strong expertise in Azure data services: Azure Data Factory, ADLS Gen2, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Databricks. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Purview for enterprise data governance, cataloguing, lineage, and compliance. Strong experience with Azure security architecture: Entra ID, Private Endpoints, Azure Key Vault, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, and zero trust networking. Strong experience producing HLD and LLD documentation for governance and assurance processes. Good experience with infrastructure as code (Bicep/Terraform) and Azure DevOps CI/CD architecture. Nice to Have Skills Experience presenting at senior governance forums (e.g., government Digital Design Authority or equivalent). Familiarity with TOGAF or other enterprise architecture frameworks. Experience migrating from on premises data warehouses or AWS/Azure Synapse to Microsoft Fabric. Knowledge of UK government security standards (NCSC Cloud Security Principles, OFFICIAL SENSITIVE classification). Experience in client Digital or comparable DDAT governed public sector programmes. Domain / Behaviours Ability to operate at both strategic and technical levels - from governance boards to code reviews. Strong influencing and communication skills with senior client stakeholders and multi supplier teams. Commitment to building lasting client capability through knowledge transfer and documentation. Pragmatic and delivery focused approach to architecture - balancing aspiration with programme reality. High levels of personal integrity and accountability, consistent with working in a sensitive government environment. Qualifications Relevant degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ 305) - essential. Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate (DP 203) or Fabric Analytics Engineer (DP 600) - desirable. TOGAF 9/10 Certification - desirable. Travel Required Yes - travel to client sites (Leeds, London, Sheffield) as required.

Job Description - Technical Architect (SFIA Level 5) Job Title: Technical Architect (SFIA Level 5 - Senior) Programme: Unified Data Platform (UDP) - Azure Microsoft Fabric SFIA Level: Level 5 - Ensure, Advise DDaT Role: Technical Architect Contract Duration: Up to 36 months (with potential extension) Location: Leeds / London / Sheffield / Remote (hybrid - travel to client sites as required) Security Clearance: SC Clearance (required for this role) Job Summary - What Makes This Role Exciting An exceptional opportunity to shape the technical direction of one of the UK's most significant public sector data programmes. As a Senior Technical Architect on the client Unified Data Platform, you will define and govern the end-to-end technical architecture of a cloud native data Lakehouse on Microsoft Azure Fabric, enabling data driven services for over 22 million citizens across Universal Credit, State Pension, and disability benefits. At SFIA Level 5, you will own the High Level and Low Level architectural designs, provide technical leadership across the data engineering, DevOps, and infrastructure squads, and serve as the primary technical authority for the programme. You will represent the programme at client Digital Design Authority, Red Lines Assessment boards, and other governance forums, ensuring all architectural decisions are compliant, defensible, and aligned to client strategic vision. Key Responsibilities Define, own, and maintain the end to end technical architecture for the client UDP on Microsoft Azure Fabric; produce and gain approval for HLD and LLD artefacts. Provide technical governance leadership: represent the programme at client Digital Design Authority, Red Lines Assessment, and security governance boards; ensure all designs meet client standards. Lead architectural decision making across the Microsoft Fabric Lakehouse, including medallion architecture design, data integration patterns, OneLake governance, and Microsoft Purview integration. Provide technical leadership and oversight to Data Engineers, DevOps Engineers, and Infrastructure Engineers; review designs, conduct code and architecture reviews, and enforce standards. Define non functional requirements (NFRs) including performance, scalability, availability, security, and disaster recovery; validate these are met throughout the build lifecycle. Lead knowledge transfer of architectural design decisions, patterns, and documentation to client teams; build internal capability and ensure operational readiness. Essential Technical Skills Extensive experience as a Technical or Solution Architect on large scale cloud data platform programmes. Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Azure Fabric - Lakehouse, Warehouse, Data Pipelines, OneLake, Fabric Notebooks, Real Time Analytics, and Power BI integration. Extensive experience designing data Lakehouse architectures (medallion architecture, Delta Lake, Apache Spark). Strong expertise in Azure data services: Azure Data Factory, ADLS Gen2, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Databricks. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Purview for enterprise data governance, cataloguing, lineage, and compliance. Strong experience with Azure security architecture: Entra ID, Private Endpoints, Azure Key Vault, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, and zero trust networking. Strong experience producing HLD and LLD documentation for governance and assurance processes. Good experience with infrastructure as code (Bicep/Terraform) and Azure DevOps CI/CD architecture. Nice to Have Skills Experience presenting at senior governance forums (e.g., government Digital Design Authority or equivalent). Familiarity with TOGAF or other enterprise architecture frameworks. Experience migrating from on premises data warehouses or AWS/Azure Synapse to Microsoft Fabric. Knowledge of UK government security standards (NCSC Cloud Security Principles, OFFICIAL SENSITIVE classification). Experience in client Digital or comparable DDAT governed public sector programmes. Domain / Behaviours Ability to operate at both strategic and technical levels - from governance boards to code reviews. Strong influencing and communication skills with senior client stakeholders and multi supplier teams. Commitment to building lasting client capability through knowledge transfer and documentation. Pragmatic and delivery focused approach to architecture - balancing aspiration with programme reality. High levels of personal integrity and accountability, consistent with working in a sensitive government environment. Qualifications Relevant degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ 305) - essential. Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate (DP 203) or Fabric Analytics Engineer (DP 600) - desirable. TOGAF 9/10 Certification - desirable. Travel Required Yes - travel to client sites (Leeds, London, Sheffield) as required.

Job Description - Technical Architect (SFIA Level 5) Job Title: Technical Architect (SFIA Level 5 - Senior) Programme: Unified Data Platform (UDP) - Azure Microsoft Fabric SFIA Level: Level 5 - Ensure, Advise DDaT Role: Technical Architect Contract Duration: Up to 36 months (with potential extension) Location: Leeds / London / Sheffield / Remote (hybrid - travel to client sites as required) Security Clearance: SC Clearance (required for this role) Job Summary - What Makes This Role Exciting An exceptional opportunity to shape the technical direction of one of the UK's most significant public sector data programmes. As a Senior Technical Architect on the client Unified Data Platform, you will define and govern the end-to-end technical architecture of a cloud native data Lakehouse on Microsoft Azure Fabric, enabling data driven services for over 22 million citizens across Universal Credit, State Pension, and disability benefits. At SFIA Level 5, you will own the High Level and Low Level architectural designs, provide technical leadership across the data engineering, DevOps, and infrastructure squads, and serve as the primary technical authority for the programme. You will represent the programme at client Digital Design Authority, Red Lines Assessment boards, and other governance forums, ensuring all architectural decisions are compliant, defensible, and aligned to client strategic vision. Key Responsibilities Define, own, and maintain the end to end technical architecture for the client UDP on Microsoft Azure Fabric; produce and gain approval for HLD and LLD artefacts. Provide technical governance leadership: represent the programme at client Digital Design Authority, Red Lines Assessment, and security governance boards; ensure all designs meet client standards. Lead architectural decision making across the Microsoft Fabric Lakehouse, including medallion architecture design, data integration patterns, OneLake governance, and Microsoft Purview integration. Provide technical leadership and oversight to Data Engineers, DevOps Engineers, and Infrastructure Engineers; review designs, conduct code and architecture reviews, and enforce standards. Define non functional requirements (NFRs) including performance, scalability, availability, security, and disaster recovery; validate these are met throughout the build lifecycle. Lead knowledge transfer of architectural design decisions, patterns, and documentation to client teams; build internal capability and ensure operational readiness. Essential Technical Skills Extensive experience as a Technical or Solution Architect on large scale cloud data platform programmes. Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Azure Fabric - Lakehouse, Warehouse, Data Pipelines, OneLake, Fabric Notebooks, Real Time Analytics, and Power BI integration. Extensive experience designing data Lakehouse architectures (medallion architecture, Delta Lake, Apache Spark). Strong expertise in Azure data services: Azure Data Factory, ADLS Gen2, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Databricks. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Purview for enterprise data governance, cataloguing, lineage, and compliance. Strong experience with Azure security architecture: Entra ID, Private Endpoints, Azure Key Vault, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, and zero trust networking. Strong experience producing HLD and LLD documentation for governance and assurance processes. Good experience with infrastructure as code (Bicep/Terraform) and Azure DevOps CI/CD architecture. Nice to Have Skills Experience presenting at senior governance forums (e.g., government Digital Design Authority or equivalent). Familiarity with TOGAF or other enterprise architecture frameworks. Experience migrating from on premises data warehouses or AWS/Azure Synapse to Microsoft Fabric. Knowledge of UK government security standards (NCSC Cloud Security Principles, OFFICIAL SENSITIVE classification). Experience in client Digital or comparable DDAT governed public sector programmes. Domain / Behaviours Ability to operate at both strategic and technical levels - from governance boards to code reviews. Strong influencing and communication skills with senior client stakeholders and multi supplier teams. Commitment to building lasting client capability through knowledge transfer and documentation. Pragmatic and delivery focused approach to architecture - balancing aspiration with programme reality. High levels of personal integrity and accountability, consistent with working in a sensitive government environment. Qualifications Relevant degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ 305) - essential. Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate (DP 203) or Fabric Analytics Engineer (DP 600) - desirable. TOGAF 9/10 Certification - desirable. Travel Required Yes - travel to client sites (Leeds, London, Sheffield) as required.

Data Architect - Housing Association Transformation Contract ASAP Start (Apply online only) per day Outside IR35 We are seeking an experienced Data Architect to join a major transformation programme within a leading Housing Association. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned data professional to play a key advisory and architectural role across enterprise-wide change initiatives. The successful candidate will bring strong experience in classic architecture services, enterprise data governance, data modelling, and transformation delivery, ideally within the Housing Association or Social Housing sector. Key Experience Required Strong background as a Data Architect within large-scale transformation environments Previous experience working within a Housing Association / Social Housing organisation Deep understanding of how data operates within Housing Associations Proven experience delivering: Data Governance frameworks Enterprise Data Models Data Migration strategies Data Architecture advisory within change programmes Transformation and organisational change initiatives Experience acting as a design authority within complex programmes Ability to balance strategic architecture with practical delivery Key Responsibilities Shape and assure enterprise data architecture outcomes across the organisation Define and maintain data architecture principles, standards, and patterns Own and steward the enterprise data model as a core corporate asset Maintain data standards, entities, attributes, relationships, business glossary, and data dictionary Support integration, analytics, reporting, governance, and AI-related data initiatives Act as the Data Design Authority across programmes and projects Provide architectural assurance and constructive challenge within change delivery Collaborate with engineering and delivery teams to ensure scalable and sustainable solutions Promote strong data governance, metadata, lineage, and quality practices Support architecture maturity and embed architectural best practice across the organisation Desirable Experience Experience within regulated environments Understanding of data retention and compliance requirements Exposure to enterprise architecture tooling and repositories Strong stakeholder engagement and advisory capability Contract Details Start: ASAP Location: Hybrid / UK-based Rate: (Apply online only) per day IR35 Status: Outside IR35 If you are an experienced Data Architect with strong transformation and Housing Association experience, we would love to hear from you.

Head of Cyber Security Permanent £88,000-£97,000 London (Hybrid - 2 days onsite) 30 days holiday + 8% pension + other benefits A leading regulatory organisation is seeking an experienced Head of Cyber Security to provide strategic leadership and direction across its cyber and information security function. This is a senior, cross functional leadership role responsible for shaping and delivering a comprehensive cyber security strategy, ensuring organisational resilience against evolving cyber threats while enabling secure digital innovation. The Role You will lead the development and implementation of a forward thinking cyber security strategy, ensuring systems, data, and services are protected through robust controls, governance, and risk management practices. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will act as the organisation's subject matter expert on cyber security, providing clear, actionable advice on risks, threats, and mitigation strategies. Key Responsibilities Define and deliver the organisation wide cyber security strategy and roadmap Establish and evolve the cyber security operating model, including team structure Develop and implement security policies, standards, and best practices Provide expert advice to senior leadership on cyber risk and resilience Lead cyber risk identification, assessment, and mitigation activities Oversee security architecture to ensure alignment with wider technology strategy Drive continuous improvement through security assessments, testing, and reporting Ensure effective incident detection, response, and recovery capabilities Lead vulnerability management and remediation across all technology environments Oversee third party security testing, including penetration testing and phishing simulations Promote a strong cyber security culture through training and awareness initiatives Monitor and report on threat intelligence trends and emerging risks About You You will be a strategic and influential cyber security leader with a strong track record of operating at senior level within complex organisations. Key Skills & Experience Proven experience developing and delivering cyber security strategies Strong understanding of security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, Cyber Essentials Expertise in risk management, vulnerability assessment, and incident response Experience with enterprise security tools (e.g. SIEM, IDS, firewalls, encryption technologies) Knowledge of cloud and hybrid security environments Ability to communicate complex technical risks to non technical stakeholders Experience influencing senior leadership and driving organisation wide change Desirable Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISO Experience within regulated or public sector environments Leadership & Behaviours Strong decision making in high risk, high impact environments Ability to lead with purpose and set strategic direction Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Focus on delivering measurable outcomes and organisational resilience Additional Information Hybrid working: 2 days per week in London 30 days annual leave 8% pension contribution + other benefits Participation in an on call rota may be required Morgan Hunt is a multi award winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Data Modeler (AI & Data) London, UK (Hybrid - 2 days per week in office) Contract: 6 Months £384-£411 per day (Umbrella / Inside IR35) We are currently seeking an experienced Data Modeler to join a high-performing AI & Data team working on a leading enterprise transformation project. This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with stakeholders across multiple business areas and play a key role in shaping data strategy, governance, and scalable data solutions. The Role As a Data Modeler, you will work closely with business representatives, data owners, end users, application designers, and data architects to model both current and future-state data structures. You will act as a subject matter expert within the team, driving best practices in data modelling and contributing to strategic data decisions across the programme. You will facilitate workshops, gather business requirements, and develop robust data models that support organisational objectives while ensuring data quality and integrity. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand and define data requirements Facilitate workshops to gather and analyse data needs across teams Develop, maintain, and enhance conceptual, logical, and physical data models Ensure data integrity and quality through effective modelling practices Work alongside data architects to design scalable and efficient data solutions Support and influence key technical and business decisions within the programme Engage with multiple teams to drive alignment on data standards and methodologies Continuously review and improve data modelling processes and team performance Required Skills & Experience Strong experience in Data Modelling Techniques and Methodologies Proven ability to work with stakeholders across business and technical functions Experience within AI & Data environments Strong understanding of: Data Quality Tools & Methods Data Taxonomy AI & Data Strategy Experience creating scalable and maintainable enterprise data models Excellent communication and workshop facilitation skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams

Enterprise Application Architect - 2 YR FTC Location: London (Hybrid Working - 2 days a week in the office) Contract: Fixed-Term Contract (2 Years) Salary: Up to 84,600 per annum plus excellent benefits About the Role An established client based in London is seeking an experienced Enterprise Application Architect to help shape and deliver its digital transformation strategy. Working within the Enterprise Architecture function, you will define and govern target-state application architecture, develop strategic roadmaps, and ensure technology investments align with institutional priorities. You will provide architectural leadership across major programmes and operational services, influence senior stakeholders, support application modernisation and portfolio rationalisation initiatives, and act as deputy to the Head of Enterprise Architecture when required. Key Responsibilities Define and maintain enterprise application architecture strategy, standards, principles and governance. Produce TOGAF-aligned architecture artefacts, including principles, roadmaps, gap analyses and transition architectures. Lead application portfolio rationalisation, modernisation and legacy retirement initiatives. Develop and govern target-state application architecture across projects and services. Evaluate emerging technologies, including AI and automation platforms. Define integration architecture strategy and support integration platform evolution. Ensure alignment across business, data, technology and application architecture domains. Embed security-by-design, data integration principles and architecture governance. Support cloud-smart strategies across Azure, hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Provide leadership, mentoring and guidance to architects and technical teams. Influence technology strategy, investment decisions and architectural roadmaps. Essential Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Systems Analysis or a related discipline, or equivalent experience. TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Practitioner certification. Working knowledge of ArchiMate or a comparable enterprise architecture modelling framework. Essential Experience Extensive experience in Enterprise and Application Architecture within large, complex organisations. Significant experience producing TOGAF-aligned architecture deliverables, including roadmaps, target architectures and transition plans. Strong experience using enterprise architecture tools such as ArchiMate, Sparx Enterprise Architect, Ardoq or similar. Experience applying cloud-smart architecture strategies, with Azure expertise essential and AWS/GCP desirable. Deep understanding of application architecture patterns, lifecycle management and enterprise architecture governance. Experience leading application portfolio rationalisation and transformation programmes. Experience embedding automation-first and AI-enabled approaches across application estates. Experience defining integration architecture strategies and supporting integration platform evolution. Experience aligning application architecture with business, data and technology domains. Experience mentoring architects and operating in a senior or deputy leadership capacity. Understanding of ITSM and ITIL frameworks within managed application environments. Essential Skills Ability to balance long-term architectural strategy with short-term delivery priorities. Strong analytical, planning and enterprise-scale decision-making skills. Excellent written, verbal and stakeholder communication skills. Ability to influence, guide and facilitate decision-making at all levels. Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. Strong understanding of IT standards, controls and governance frameworks. Ability to assess and communicate the strategic, operational and financial impact of technology decisions. Ability to solve complex architecture challenges, including application rationalisation, legacy retirement and emerging technology evaluation. Desirable Experience with automation platforms and intelligent automation technologies. Experience evaluating AI and automation platforms within an enterprise architecture context. Personal Attributes Technology and vendor-neutral, with the ability to evaluate solutions objectively. Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, integrity and professional credibility. Passionate about shaping a future-focused application estate and driving digital transformation. Strong leadership and people management capabilities. Recognised as a credible authority in application architecture with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. Additional Information This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation and play a key role in shaping its future technology landscape through enterprise architecture leadership and digital transformation. Salary: Up to 84,600 per annum Contract: Fixed-Term (24 Months) Location: London / Hybrid Working 2 days a week in the office To apply, please submit your CV and supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role to (url removed) Services advertised are those of an Employment Agency.

Application Solution Architect 6-Month contract - Inside IR35 - up to 575 per day London based - hybrid working - 2 days a week on site Finance sector - previous experience in this sector required Overview We are seeking an experienced Application Solution Architect to lead enterprise application modernisation initiatives. This is a hands-on architecture leadership role. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining target architectures, leading application transformation programmes, and establishing architectural standards and design principles across the organisation. This is an out-and-out Solution Architect role, with a strong emphasis on application modernisation rather than infrastructure or enterprise architecture. Key Responsibilities Application Modernisation Leadership Lead the assessment and modernisation of legacy and monolithic applications. Develop application modernisation strategies, roadmaps, and target-state architectures. Drive the decomposition of monolithic applications into modular, service-oriented, or microservices-based architectures. Define migration approaches that balance business continuity, risk, cost, and delivery timelines. Identify and reduce technical debt through strategic architecture decisions. Solution Architecture Own end-to-end solution architecture for application transformation programmes. Produce solution designs, architecture artefacts, reference architectures, and technical standards. Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, resilient, maintainable, and aligned with business objectives. Provide architectural oversight throughout the delivery lifecycle. Modern Technology Adoption Lead migration from traditional Microsoft technology stacks to modern architectures and development approaches. Drive adoption of: Microservices architecture API-first design Event-driven architecture Cloud-native development patterns Modern front-end development using React Support modernisation of application integration and data access patterns. Architecture Standards & Best Practices Establish and govern common application design principles and standards. Champion architectural approaches including: Clean Architecture Strangler Fig Pattern Domain-Driven Design (DDD) SOLID Principles Separation of Concerns Twelve-Factor Application principles Conduct architecture reviews and provide technical assurance. Technical Leadership Provide leadership and guidance to development teams and technical leads. Mentor engineers on modern architecture patterns and best practices. Facilitate architecture workshops and technical design sessions. Act as the primary architecture authority for application modernisation initiatives. Stakeholder Engagement Collaborate with business stakeholders, programme managers, product owners, and engineering teams. Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions. Communicate architectural vision and transformation strategies to both technical and non-technical audiences. Required Experience Essential Extensive experience as a Solution Architect with a strong focus on application architecture and modernisation. Proven track record delivering large-scale application transformation programmes. Experience modernising legacy Microsoft-based applications. Strong experience designing and implementing microservices architectures. Demonstrable experience defining application modernisation strategies and migration roadmaps. Experience working across the full software development lifecycle. Microsoft Technology Expertise Strong background in: C# .NET Framework .NET Core / .NET ASP.NET SQL Server REST APIs Experience transitioning traditional Microsoft applications to modern architectures. Front-End Experience Strong understanding of modern front-end architecture. Experience with: React TypeScript JavaScript Component-based UI design Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies. Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one way we support our clients. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed. On behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs we are looking for a Information Assurance Specialist for a 12 month contract based in Derby . Please note this role is hybrid position in which you would be required to work onsite 3 days per week and work from home 2 days per week. Purpose of the role: In this role you will be providing Information Assurance through the application of policy, standards and best practice to support the IT product teams. You will also be required to work with other IA specialists to ensure a common approach to cyber security issues is developed and documented. What you'll do: Reporting into the Lead Information Assurance Specialist, your primary responsibilities will be to: Support the development and continual improvement of Information Security policies, standards and procedures in line with ISO/IEC 27000, promoting a secure by design culture informed by business impact assessments, risk appetite and regulatory requirements. Serve as the Cyber Security representative on major programmes and product teams, providing authoritative guidance and approvals to ensure secure design, build and operation across IT, OT and AI enabled systems. Represent Cyber Security across strategic initiative including research collaborations, joint ventures and supply chain engagements ensuring security requirements and secure by design principles are embedded from concept through delivery. Assess organisational and technical compliance with security policies and standards, conduct configuration and architecture reviews, and evaluate adherence to legal, regulatory and industry obligations. Prioritise remediation using business impact assessments. Provide expert advice on the selection, implementation and assurance of security controls, ensuring alignment with NIS2, aerospace standards, export controls and emerging AI regulatory expectations. Advise stakeholders on risk reduction strategies, promote secure behaviours and support security awareness initiatives to strengthen secure by design engineering and decision making. Identify, assess and manage cyber security risks and concessions, ensuring decisions are guided by business impact assessments and integrated into enterprise risk and operational safety processes. Contribute to broader cyber security initiatives and capability uplifts, including OT security maturity, AI assurance, supply chain resilience and secure development lifecycle improvements. Apply and oversee security controls required by policy, risk assessment and regulatory drivers, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity and availability of business systems, including ICS, connected manufacturing platforms and AI supported operational systems. The skills you'll need: Strong overall understanding of information systems, their applications and lifecycle practices, with solid grounding in information security principles and governance. Proven ability to interpret and apply IT security compliance requirements while maintaining a pragmatic, risk based approach to standards implementation. Effective communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders and build consensus in formal and cross functional environments. Broad knowledge of cyber and information security, supported by relevant professional qualifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Lead Auditor). Experience or strong awareness of enterprise cloud technologies, architectures and capabilities (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP). Understanding of Operational Technology (OT) environments and the unique security considerations associated with industrial control systems. Experience with Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) tooling (e.g., Zen, Archer, ServiceNow GRC, OneTrust, MetricStream), including managing risk registers, control frameworks and compliance workflows at scale. Next steps We will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model. If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course. AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business

On behalf of the MOD, we are looking for a Lead Technical Architect (Inside IR35) for a 3 Month contract based Hybrid in Bristol (MOD Abbey Wood), Corsham or London - flexible base, with occasional travel to other MOD sites. Overview We are seeking a highly experienced Lead Technical Architect to act as a design authority across multiple Defence Digital programmes, governing the architecture and delivery of complex, enterprise-scale solutions across a multi-cloud environment (AWS & Azure). This role is focused on architecture governance, technical assurance, and strategic design leadership, ensuring all solutions are secure, scalable, interoperable, and aligned to MOD and GOV.UK standards. As a Lead Technical Architect, your main responsibilities will be to: . Act as a technical design authority, reviewing and assuring solution architectures across multiple programmes . Ensure solutions are fit-for-purpose, compliant, and aligned to Defence Digital and GOV.UK standards . Provide technical leadership across a complex, multi-cloud (AWS & Azure) ecosystem . Own and assure the design of secure, scalable, cloud-native architectures across multiple programmes . Drive consistency and technical coherence across programmes and delivery teams . Oversee adoption of DevOps, CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, and platform engineering practices . Govern API, integration, and data architecture, including large-scale data migrations . Conduct architecture reviews, risk assessments, and technical assurance activities . Produce and maintain key architecture artefacts (HLDs, roadmaps, integration designs) . Collaborate with engineering, security, and delivery teams to ensure successful implementation Essential: . SC Clearance is an essential requirement for this role, as a minimum you must be willing & eligible to undergo checks. Please note, due to the exceptional requirements of this position (short-term nature of this role and speed at which we require a postholder in situ) preference may be given to candidates who meet all of the essential criteria and hold active security clearance. . Proven experience operating as a Lead/Principal Architect or Design Authority in complex environments . Strong background in enterprise architecture across cloud (AWS & Azure) . Experience working in secure or regulated environments (eg MOD, government, defence) . Deep understanding of architecture governance, standards, and assurance processes . Strong experience across: . Cloud-native architecture . DevOps, Kubernetes, CI/CD, IaC . Integration (APIs, microservices) . Data architecture and migration Desirable: . Knowledge of TOGAF, ArchiMate or NAF . Experience with Defence Digital or similar government standards . Exposure to platform engineering or large-scale transformation programmes Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas. Disability Confident As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, the MOD guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. Armed Forces Covenant The MOD guarantees to interview veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different.

Data Architect - Ab Initio & Data Governance (Contract | Inside IR35) Farnborough, Hampshire | Hybrid (2 days on site: Tuesday & Wednesday) Rolling contract | Inside IR35 £500-£550 per day - Financial Services organisation I'm currently looking for an experienced Data Architect with strong Ab Initio expertise to join a highly successful and innovative Data Department within a Financial Services organisation based in Farnborough. This is a rolling contract opportunity where you'll play a key role in governing enterprise data, with Ab Initio as a core technology, shaping architecture standards and enabling well-controlled, high-quality data products in a regulated environment. Once settled in, you'll be on site two days per week (Tuesday and Wednesday), so you must live within two hours of Hampshire. What this role is You will be working at the heart of data governance and architecture, with responsibility for: Designing, building and evolving enterprise data architecture aligned to a wider data strategy Using Ab Initio as a core data governance and integration tool, particularly in regulated environments Governing data across AWS-based platforms, including enterprise data models, data lineage and metadata Supporting the build of well-governed, self-service data products Defining and implementing data governance tooling, including lineage, metadata and master data management Designing and overseeing ETL/ELT processes, embedding data quality, validation and controls Working closely with stakeholders across technology and the business to ensure data is trusted, compliant and auditable Leading architectural standards, best practice and documentation within a Financial Services environment This is a hands-on, technical role, not a purely strategic or advisory position.What this role is not Not a pure data engineering role Not a reporting or BI-only position Not a cloud-only greenfield build with no governance Not suitable without Ab Initio experience Not suitable if your background is outside Financial or Regulatory environments What you need to bringYou must come from a Financial Services or Regulatory background, and Ab Initio experience is essential. Your CV must clearly evidence: Hands-on Ab Initio experience, particularly supporting data governance and regulated data flows Strong Data Architecture experience (5+ years preferred) Proven technical experience governing enterprise data Enterprise data modelling (ERD, dimensional, data warehouse) AWS data platforms and services (eg S3, Glue, Athena, Lambda) Data governance capabilities including: Data lineage Metadata management Master Data Management Strong SQL and Python Designing and overseeing ETL/ELT pipelines Clear examples of achievements and tangible results Important - CV requirement To ensure you are flagged as relevant, your submitted CV must clearly include all required skills listed above, including Ab Initio. Your profile must directly answer the following question:"What is your technical experience around governing data - including achievements and tangible results?"CVs that do not clearly demonstrate Ab Initio usage and data governance in a financial or regulatory context will not be progressed. Why apply £500-£550 per day inside IR35 Long-term, rolling contract Key role within a mature, enterprise-scale data environment Opportunity to work with Ab Initio in a governance-critical setting Hybrid working with a clear on-site pattern Focused, efficient interview process Next steps - strong call to action. If you are a Data Architect with strong Ab Initio experience and a background in Financial Services, I want to hear from you. Get in touch with your CV today, clearly outlining: Your Ab Initio experience Your technical data governance work The outcomes and improvements you delivered Strong candidates will move quickly - if this fits your background, apply now or contact me directly to discuss. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies. Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one way we support our clients. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed. On behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs we are looking for a Information Assurance Specialist for a 12 month contract based in Derby . Please note this role is hybrid position in which you would be required to work onsite 3 days per week and work from home 2 days per week. Purpose of the role: In this role you will be providing Information Assurance through the application of policy, standards and best practice to support the IT product teams. You will also be required to work with other IA specialists to ensure a common approach to cyber security issues is developed and documented. What you'll do: Reporting into the Lead Information Assurance Specialist, your primary responsibilities will be to: Support the development and continual improvement of Information Security policies, standards and procedures in line with ISO/IEC 27000, promoting a secure by design culture informed by business impact assessments, risk appetite and regulatory requirements. Serve as the Cyber Security representative on major programmes and product teams, providing authoritative guidance and approvals to ensure secure design, build and operation across IT, OT and AI enabled systems. Represent Cyber Security across strategic initiative including research collaborations, joint ventures and supply chain engagements ensuring security requirements and secure by design principles are Embedded from concept through delivery. Assess organisational and technical compliance with security policies and standards, conduct configuration and architecture reviews, and evaluate adherence to legal, regulatory and industry obligations. Prioritise remediation using business impact assessments. Provide expert advice on the selection, implementation and assurance of security controls, ensuring alignment with NIS2, aerospace standards, export controls and emerging AI regulatory expectations. Advise stakeholders on risk reduction strategies, promote secure behaviours and support security awareness initiatives to strengthen secure by design engineering and decision making. Identify, assess and manage cyber security risks and concessions, ensuring decisions are guided by business impact assessments and integrated into enterprise risk and operational safety processes. Contribute to broader cyber security initiatives and capability uplifts, including OT security maturity, AI assurance, supply chain resilience and secure development life cycle improvements. Apply and oversee security controls required by policy, risk assessment and regulatory drivers, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity and availability of business systems, including ICS, connected manufacturing platforms and AI supported operational systems. The skills you'll need: Strong overall understanding of information systems, their applications and life cycle practices, with solid grounding in information security principles and governance. Proven ability to interpret and apply IT security compliance requirements while maintaining a pragmatic, risk based approach to standards implementation. Effective communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders and build consensus in formal and cross functional environments. Broad knowledge of cyber and information security, supported by relevant professional qualifications (eg, CISSP, CISM, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Lead Auditor). Experience or strong awareness of enterprise cloud technologies, architectures and capabilities (eg, Azure, AWS, GCP). Understanding of Operational Technology (OT) environments and the unique security considerations associated with industrial control systems. Experience with Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) tooling (eg, Zen, Archer, ServiceNow GRC, OneTrust, MetricStream), including managing risk registers, control frameworks and compliance workflows at scale. Next steps We will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model. If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course. AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business

IAM Solution Architect - £650/day Inside IR35 - 6 Month Contract - Preston (Hybrid) - SCC Flex Contract We are seeking an experienced IAM Solution Architect to support a major identity transformation programme across a complex enterprise environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an IAM Solution Architect with strong CyberArk expertise to deliver secure, scalable IAM capabilities. Your responsibilities as the IAM Solution Architect: Design, support and enhance CyberArk PAM across enterprise and hybrid environments. Guide delivery teams through build, test and transition alongside the Project Manager. Produce and manage design documentation, securing approvals with architects, stakeholders and change forums. Collaborate with Enterprise/Strategic Architects to gain design authority approval. Onboard applications into CyberArk PAM using connectors (AD, SCIM, REST, JDBC, web services). Deliver identity governance capabilities: JML, RBAC, least privilege and policy enforcement . Design integrations for SSO, MFA, JIT, JEA and life cycle management . Support and extend integrations with enterprise platforms and applications. Troubleshoot complex IDAM issues and maintain technical documentation. As a successful IAM Solution Architect, you will have: Proven hands-on experience with CyberArk PAM design and implementation (essential) . Strong experience in AAA, PAM and IGA solution design and delivery . Experience producing architectural documentation and managing governance approvals. Knowledge of identity life cycle and access management in complex environments. Experience onboarding applications into PAM platforms. Exposure to SailPoint ISC and Ivanti ITSM (desirable) . Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. If you are an IAM Solution Architect looking for your next impactful contract, apply today - professional references required. NOTE: At SCC, we take the privacy and security of your information very seriously. Any information we hold will be handled in accordance with current data protection legislation. Upon submitting your application, SCC will process your information in line with our privacy policy, which can be found on our website under Legal Privacy Notice Flexible Resourcing.

Interim Technology Consultant (Deals/M&A focused) Contract/Hybrid-working Who we are Grant Thornton's Agile Talent Community is a network of contract professionals, giving you the opportunity to work with our clients alongside Grant Thornton teams on a project-by-project basis whilst being supported by our dedicated Agile Talent team. You can choose to work with Grant Thornton as an Independent Consultant either through your own limited company or on inside IR35 terms. Joining us in Technology Consulting Our Technology Consulting team helps clients navigate strategic technology change, we advise Private Equity and corporate clients to help them make critical technology investment decisions. From pre-deal technology due diligence to post-deal value creation planning, we assess technology risks, opportunities and operating models to determine how "future-fit" an organisation really is. We also support clients with major technology decisions, running Spec & Select engagements to help them choose the right platforms, partners and architecture for their growth. Joining the Agile Talent Community as an experienced IT consultant, you will have the freedom to work on projects that you choose, whether full or part-time and support our clients and internal teams on short to medium-term assignments. Skills we are looking for Proven experience as a hands-on delivery consultant acting as the technology lead in M&A and digital transformation projects Track record of delivering Technology consulting for M&A, including post-merger integration and carve-out projects Expertise in IT due diligence, integration, and separation planning across pre-deal to execution stages Strong understanding of the enterprise IT landscape, strategy, including IT operating model design Solid working knowledge of IT infrastructure and its role in M&A delivery Familiarity with TSA negotiation, Day-1 planning, and synergy tracking is highly desirable What's in it for you Development: Your development is important to us and as part of the Agile Talent Community you will be able to work alongside our permanent teams as well as our clients, giving you variety and opportunity to develop new skills. Our team is here to support you, with finding new projects as well as navigating the freelance regulation. Engagement: As a member of our Community, you will also be invited to events, which can help your wellbeing, educate you about the market you operate in, help you connect with the business as well as other members of the Community. Doing what's right ahead of what's easy Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people and those who work alongside our teams, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect each other helps everyone to perform at the best of their ability and realize their potential. How to join You'll first apply through by sending your CV and some basic details. If your skills match what we are looking for, one of our recruiters will get in touch and walk you through the interview process. If there's interest to continue, we'll invite you to an interview with some of our key business leads. If successful, the final step will be to complete the onboarding process and background checks. We strive to ensure all our information, products, and services are accessible to everyone. If you need any adjustments to our processes to help you apply for our roles, please get in touch with the recruiter.