Role: Data ArchitectClient: Defence Rate: Up to £650/day (Inside IR35)Location: Portsmouth Navy, Davenport, Solihull or Hampshire. Primarily work from home, 1-2 per month in the office.Duration: 3-6 months initially Clearance: BPSS required, SC Preferred We are seeking an experienced Data Architect with active SC Clearance to join a high-impact programme within a government or defence environment. This role offers flexible working and the opportunity to shape enterprise-level data architecture across complex systems.Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance data architectures
- Develop data models, standards, and governance frameworks
- Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders to align data strategy with business needs
- Ensure data solutions comply with regulatory and security standards
- Support the development of data pipelines, warehouses, and analytics platforms
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Data Architect in secure or defence related environments.
- Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and modern data technologies. IBM Maximo would also be a nice to have.
- Experience with data governance, modelling, and integration across enterprise systems.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and documentation skills
To Apply:Please submit your CV, availability, and current clearance status. Early applications are encouraged due to the urgent start date.