About this role
Salary: £75,000 - 75,000 per year
Requirements: Proven experience as a Solutions Architect within Defence, National Security, or secure environmentsStrong understanding of secure collaboration technologies (messaging, file sharing, video, IA)Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g. TOGAF)Strong cloud knowledge (AWS, Azure, or GCP)Experience across networking, virtualisation, and cybersecurity toolsExcellent communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholdersStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesRelevant certifications (CISSP, TOGAF, CCSP, ITILv4) - DesirableExperience responding to RFIs/RFPs - DesirableBackground in complex, multi-stakeholder environments - Desirable Responsibilities: Work closely with clients and internal stakeholders to understand business needs, technical challenges, and security requirementsTranslate requirements into clear technical specifications and solution designsLead workshops, presentations, and technical demonstrationsAct as a trusted advisor on secure collaboration technologies and emerging threatsDesign end-to-end solutions aligned with security standards and best practicesProduce architecture diagrams, technical documentation, and implementation plansSupport RFI/RFP responses with detailed technical proposalsAssess and select appropriate technologies, platforms, and toolsEvaluate security, compliance, scalability, and interoperabilityProvide clear recommendations with supporting rationaleWork with engineering, project teams, and vendors to ensure successful deliveryProvide technical oversight throughout the project lifecycleSupport issue resolution and ensure solutions meet client expectationsStay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and security developmentsDrive continuous improvement and innovation across solutionsContribute to thought leadership and best practicesMentor and support junior team members Technologies: AWSArchitectAzureCloudGCPSupportSecurityTOGAF More:
We are Sanderson Government & Defence, supporting a leading organisation delivering secure, mission-critical solutions into the Defence and National Security sectors. We offer a salary of £75,000 plus a comprehensive benefits package, along with the opportunity to work on high-impact, mission-critical projects. Our environment is collaborative and expert-led, with ongoing professional development and career progression. We value respect and equality, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives.
last updated 39 week of 2026