Solution Architect SC Cleared
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Job Description
Solution Architect
We need profile of Solution Architect with Infrastructure background – both DC and Cloud who understand how to build resilience systems (HA DR horizontal scalable system) covering servers VMs and microservices/Kubernetes/containers in context of application ability to consider application capability while designing resilient and DR systems/solutions.
The Solution Architect will:
• Assist in application discovery and selection
• Identify the resilience requirements per application identified by the project
• Determine what our remediation options are to meet the requirements
• Confirm what changes can be made to improve resilience and DR
• Create a HighLevel Design (HLD) to determine the preferred solution for each of the systems detailing the new resilience and / or disaster recovery function
• Take the HLDs through Defra architectural governance processes
• Present to the Technical Design Authority
• Provide technical advice and assistance to the project team regarding the systems
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Work with Defra’s Resilience and DR teams to ensure the solution meets standard requirements
Work with suppliers to ensure that the approved solution is built and implemented correctly.
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• Provide Subject Matter Expert input into the definition of procurements engagement with suppliers
• Act as a facilitator for solution integration between the Authority and the supplier.
• Provide assurance for the supplier's transition approach.
• Provide technical input and validation of migration activities.
Key Skills
• Solutions architect – ability to understand systems and create working solutions based on the systems and options available.
• Ability to work unaided and create High Level Designs
• Ability to present same to Technical governance boards at Defra
• Facilitator: Act as the main point of contact between the Authority and the supplier
• Technical Reviewer: Review and provide feedback on HLDs test plans and implementation plans.
• Technical Support: Provide technical assistance during service migration assisting in resolution of any issues that arise.
Employment Type
Full Time
