Lead Technical Architect - Reed : Job Details

Lead Technical ArchitectGrade 7Permanent (Hybrid working)£54,470 - £67,090*Additional DDaT skills supplement paid up to £24,543UK based

Do you want to drive architecting innovative solutions and shaping the future of technology which delivers transformative change to citizens in key areas such as Sustainability, Farming and Key Environmental protection areas?

The Architecture team within Digital, Data and Technology Services (DDTS) is currently recruiting for a Lead Technical Architect who will provide the company with technical leadership and architectural design.

About the client:

My client is the UK government department responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting our world-leading food and farming industry, and sustaining a thriving rural economy. Their broad remit means they play a major role in people's day-to- day life, from the food we eat, and the air we breathe, to the water we drink.

Digital, Data and Technology Services (DDTS) is the trusted team for digital across the entire group within my client. They have around 1,200 colleagues across DDTS and their ambition is to make it easier and faster than ever for people to interact with the company.

Role Summary:

In this role you will navigate through multiple projects and programs, crafting and refining roadmaps, principles, and standards, and you will play a hands-on role in bringing designs to fruition, delivering business outcomes, and resolving conflicts in multi-initiative scenarios.This position will collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders to comprehend technical specifications and ensure that selected solutions adhere to DDaT and enterprise architectural principles, government security standards, and best practices.It's important to note that in this role you will have an opportunity to continuously grow and develop yourself through exposure to training in the latest emerging technologies and reprising some older, bridging the gap that is not always perceived.Responsibilities:

• Participate in and support proof of concept (POC) initiatives to explore and validate new ideas and technologies.
• Lead the technical vision and execution of complex IT solutions, ensuring they align with our business goals and technological roadmap.
• Evaluate, recommend, and introduce new technologies to optimise the IT infrastructure.
• Identify implied technical requirements from user-centric work and stories.
• Help supplier(s) in translating business requirements into clear and concise technical specifications.
• Identify common needs and gaps proactively, influencing technology roadmaps and necessary components.
• Foster a mindset of continual improvement by seeking out and implementing best practices and innovative solutions.

Experience required:

• Extensive knowledge of working with different suppliers, both in creating parts of solutions and in checking the work of others to ensure consistent designs that support a complete service.
• Proven ability to lead teams and departments in the design, implementation, administration, and support of infrastructure solutions and services.
• Expertise in managing and securing user identities, including the use of Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) and configuring and managing Azure AD.
• Proficient in using the Microsoft portals for managing Microsoft 365 services, including user accounts, licenses, and service settings.
• Expertise in using Intune for device management including deployment, monitoring, and maintenance to ensure optimal performance and security.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Defender for endpoint security, threat detection, and response.
• Strong understanding of security principles and practices, including risk assessment, threat modelling, vulnerability management, and incident response.
• Experience in implementing security measures to protect data, applications, and infrastructure from cyberthreats.
• Experience in supporting large-scale deployments of Windows devices in a multi supplier environment.
• Proficient in both designing and operating virtual device platforms, at enterprise scale.
• Expertise in managing migrations of varying scales, from end-user computing to hosting platforms, involving different operating systems.
• Expertise in using PowerShell for automating tasks, managing configurations, and deploying applications.

Benefits:

My client can offer an array of benefits including (but not limited to):

• 25 days’ leave (rising to 30 days over 5 years) plus bank holidays
• A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 28.97% (worth a minimum of £14,685 per year)
• Access to a range of retail discounts (including supermarkets, tech, gyms, holidays, phones and much more)
• Flexible working options such as condensed hours, part-time and flexi time
• 3 paid volunteering days per year
• Funding for professional membership of a recognised professional body
• Learning and development tailored to your role and budget for training or qualifications
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme 24/7
• Health cash plan to help you manage health costs for a reduced monthly fee

Additional information:

My client is an equal opportunity employer. They value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Please note this post requires Security Check (SC) clearance. To gain (SC) clearance all applicants are required to have been a UK resident for a minimum of 3 years. If this requirement is not met, the individual will not be able to progress their application further. This role also offers a hybrid way of working where you must attend your local office 3 days a week

*This post offers successful candidates the opportunity to be considered for an additional Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) Skills Supplement. The level of the awarded supplement (up to £24,543) is determined following a separate skills assessment process, the outcome of which has no impact on the decision to make a job offer.