Technical Architect

Blackpool, England, United Kingdom Contract IT

Reference: CR/065341
Technical Architect (SC Cleared)
Location: Blackpool (Hybrid - approximately 3 days onsite per week)
Contract Duration: 6 Months
Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required
Overview We are seeking experienced Technical Architects to support a large-scale digital transformation programme focused on cyber security enhancement, cloud modernisation, and enterprise identity management. The successful candidates will play a key role in defining target architectures, providing technical governance, and driving strategic technology initiatives across complex enterprise environments.
Key Responsibilities Security Architecture & Transformation
  • Design and govern enterprise security architectures aligned to modern security principles.
  • Support the adoption and implementation of Zero Trust security models.
  • Define and enhance Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Privileged Access Management (PAM) capabilities.
  • Drive security modernisation initiatives and technical debt reduction programmes.
  • Ensure compliance with industry best practices, including NIST, CIS Controls, and Secure-by-Design principles.
  • Provide technical leadership on security-related design decisions and architecture roadmaps.
Cloud & Hosting Transformation
  • Develop cloud migration strategies and target-state architecture designs.
  • Support the transition of critical services from legacy hosting environments to modern cloud platforms.
  • Design resilient hybrid and multi-cloud solutions.
  • Ensure security, availability, scalability, and service continuity throughout migration activities.
  • Contribute to the reduction of legacy infrastructure dependencies and operational risk.
Identity Governance & Administration
  • Lead the design and implementation of Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) frameworks.
  • Support the development of Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) solutions.
  • Define enterprise access management, authorisation, and compliance controls.
  • Provide guidance on enterprise identity strategy, governance, and operating models.
  • Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to improve identity lifecycle management processes.
Essential Skills & Experience
  • Proven experience as a Technical Architect within large-scale enterprise environments.
  • Strong understanding of Cyber Security Architecture and security governance.
  • Expertise in Identity and Access Management (IAM), Identity Governance (IGA), RBAC, and Privileged Access Management (PAM).
  • Experience designing and implementing Zero Trust architectures.
  • Strong background in cloud technologies, including Azure, AWS, or hybrid cloud environments.
  • Experience delivering cloud migration and legacy modernisation programmes.
  • Knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST, CIS, and Secure-by-Design principles.
  • Ability to produce architecture artefacts, technical roadmaps, and governance documentation.
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
Desirable Experience
  • Experience working within highly regulated or government environments.
  • TOGAF, SABSA, or equivalent architecture certification.
  • Experience supporting enterprise-scale digital transformation programmes.
  • Understanding of security compliance, risk management, and audit requirements.
Key Attributes
  • Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Able to influence senior stakeholders and technical teams.
  • Strong governance and decision-making capabilities.
  • Collaborative approach with the ability to operate across multiple workstreams.
  • Passionate about modern architecture, security innovation, and cloud transformation.
£500.00 - £600.00
Per hour
£500 - £600 per hour

Blackpool, England, United Kingdom Contract IT

Added 18/08/2026
Reference: CR/065341

Technical Architect

Blackpool, England, United Kingdom Contract IT

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