Senior Technical Solutions Architect - SC Cleared

Senior Solutions Architect to join the Cyber & Security Solutions Division team for an initial 6 months contract assignment based in Bristol. (Duration is very likely to extend) This role requires min 2 days on site in Bristol and the rest can be carried out remotely. Inside IR35 What you will do as a Senior Solutions Architect Act as the technical authority for solution design across large-scale or multi-project programmes.

Define and evolve architectures that balance customer needs, enterprise principles, and secure-by-design standards. Contribute to divisional and line-of-business roadmaps, identifying opportunities for technology insertion and innovation. Lead technical reviews, trade-off studies, and risk assessments for major design decisions. Represent Leonardo at senior customer forums, technical boards, and industry events. Support business winning, including solution strategy, bids, and proposal development. Champion best practice, reuse, and model-based design approaches across the architecture community.

What you'll bring Extensive technical expertise with a proven track record of designing secure, integrated solutions. Ability to influence technical strategy and act as a recognised authority within your domain. Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders. Core areas (must have):
Proven experience in solution architecture across multiple domains (infrastructure, applications, data, networking, cloud) Strong knowledge of enterprise and solution architecture frameworks (e.g. TOGAF, MODAF, NAF) Advanced understanding of secure system design principles and cyber security standards Experience shaping architectures within Agile or SAFe delivery environments Ability to mentor, coach, and provide thought leadership within a technical community Desirable:
Industry certifications (TOGAF, AWS/Azure Architect, Archi Mate) Experience contributing to technology roadmaps and enterprise strategy Familiarity with service design, operational transformation, and digital modernisation Exposure to cloud-native, Dev Sec Ops , and automation approaches Experience presenting at technical boards, customer forums, or industry conferences

Experience of government or defence sectors