Permanent | £90,000 - £100,000 | SC/DVOur client, a leading organisation in the Defence sector, is seeking a skilled professional to help shape their clients'' IT infrastructures and ensure alignment with strategic business objectives. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile projects, particularly within the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) and Critical Infrastructure (CNI) sectors.Role

As an Enterprise Architect, you will play a key role in aligning IT systems, processes, and strategies with client business goals, ensuring long-term success and supporting innovation across complex environments.Responsibilities

Analyse clients'' business strategies and objectives, identifying opportunities where IT can drive success

Evaluate existing IT infrastructures, identifying gaps and recommending improvements

Develop and maintain enterprise architecture models covering business processes, data flows, and technology landscapes

Define IT strategies and roadmaps that support long-term business objectives

Provide governance and oversight for IT projects, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture

Stay informed on emerging technologies, assessing their potential and recommending adoption strategies

Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including executives, business units, and IT teams

Manage IT-related risks, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards

Continuously enhance IT architectures to adapt to evolving business needs

Skills and Experience Required

Extensive experience working with Defence or Critical Infrastructure (CNI) IT systems

Proven track record as an Enterprise Architect or in a similar role

Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, software, and network systems

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Desirable Qualifications and Certifications

TOGAF 9

Unified Architecture Framework

Open Group Certified Architect (Open CA)

ArchiMate Certified Expert

IT4IT Foundation

Certified Solution Architect (AWS or Azure)

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