Skills

Leadership Network Security VMware Problem-solving Networking Attention to detail Architecture Security Architecture Linux Windows Recruitment Active Directory Infrastructure as Code Windows Server

Job Specifications

HLC Technical Architect - 3 months+ £700-750pd Inside IR35- Wiltshire -Full time on site ( 5 days per week)

Looking for a HLC experienced Technical Architect to design, govern and deliver secure, resilient and scalable infrastructure solutions. The role will provide technical leadership across virtualisation, networking, security and identity platforms, working closely with delivery teams, operations and stakeholders to ensure solutions meet business and architectural standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end technical design of infrastructure solutions, from high-level architecture through to low-level implementation designs.
Define and maintain architecture standards, patterns and best practices across the estate.
Design and oversee solutions based on VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), including compute, storage and lifecycle management.
Architect and provide deep technical input on NSX-T, including overlay networking, micro-segmentation and distributed firewalling.
Design secure network architectures covering firewalling, routing and switching across data centre and hybrid environments.
Provide architectural oversight of enterprise identity solutions, including Active Directory and ADFS, ensuring secure authentication and authorisation models.
Design and support Windows and Linux server platforms, including core infrastructure services and integrations.
Produce and maintain high-quality HLDs, LLDs and supporting technical documentation.
Act as a technical authority during delivery, supporting engineers and resolving complex technical issues.
Engage with stakeholders to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions.
Ensure solutions align with security, compliance and operational requirements.

Required Competencies

VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF)
NSX-T Data Centre
Network security and firewall technologies
Routing and switching fundamentals and enterprise network design
Identity and access management, including Active Directory and ADFS
Windows Server and Linux operating system
Strong experience producing HLDs and LLDs
Proven experience in a Technical Architect or Senior Infrastructure Architect role.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Comfortable providing technical leadership and design assurance across multiple workstreams.
Pragmatic, delivery-focused mindset with attention to detail.

Desired Competencies

Hybrid cloud or multi-cloud architectures
Automation and infrastructure as code concepts
Security architecture and zero trust principles
Experience working in large enterprise or regulated environments

This role is inside IR35 and will require working under the direction of the client delivery manager as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will follow established delivery processes and working practices

This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting at DV level. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, reserved post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have, or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance

More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here:

United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK

List of national security vetting clearance levels with guidance on who requires clearance and what checks are completed.

About the Company

Damia Group is an international employee owned recruitment organisation with more than 20 years experience. Since 1995 we have been introducing the right people, forging long lasting and successful professional relationships. With a management team that boasts over 100 years' recruitment experience, we ensure that we focus on providing effective recruitment solutions that uphold our exceptionally high client retention rate. At the heart of the Damia Group is our passion for people. Whilst successful recruitment is about t... Know more