Solution Architect Secure Cloud Solutions (DV Security Cleared)

Position Description:

At CGI you will shape the design of secure mission-critical systems that deliver real impact across the Space Defence and Intelligence sector. As an IT Solution Architect you will define and assure end-to-end cloud and infrastructure solutions ensuring they are scalable secure and aligned to strategic outcomes. Working with clients partners and engineering teams you will take ownership of architectural decisions bring innovative thinking to complex challenges and grow your expertise within a collaborative and supportive environment.

The Space Defence and Intelligence business unit in CGI is a true IT Systems Integrator. We work build and operate bespoke technically complex mission-critical systems which help our clients keep us all safe and secure. We bring innovation to our clients using proven and emerging technologies agile delivery processes and our deep expertise across the breadth of space defence intelligence aerospace and maritime all underpinned by our end-to-end cyber capability. We work collaboratively with global technology companies cutting edge SMEs and academia to deliver the optimal solution for each client.

CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK Best Employer by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary excellent pension private healthcare plus a share scheme (3.5% 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee.

We are committed to inclusivity building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector including our Armed Forces and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and youll be part of an open friendly community of experts. Well train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.

Due to the secure nature of the programme you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This position will be based on site near Gloucester or in Central London 5 days a week.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

In this role you will define and own end-to-end solution architecture across cloud and on-premise environments ensuring designs meet client requirements security standards and long-term strategic goals. You will take ownership of translating business and technical requirements into secure scalable and supportable architectures within complex secure environments.

You will provide architectural governance and assurance across delivery working closely with engineering teams and partners to guide implementation and ensure alignment to standards. Through proactive risk management and innovative thinking you will help shape robust solutions while being supported by a collaborative and expert-led community.

Define & Own end-to-end solution architecture across hybrid environments

Translate & Design secure scalable and supportable solutions

Govern & Assure architecture through design authority and standards

Collaborate & Align with engineering teams and delivery partners

Identify & Manage technical risks dependencies and design decisions

Guide & Support delivery teams through architectural leadership

Report & Communicate architecture risks and assurance to stakeholders

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

You should have strong experience in solution architecture within complex enterprise or secure environments with the ability to design govern and assure cloud and infrastructure solutions. A solid understanding of security compliance and stakeholder engagement is essential.

You should have extensive experience in solution architecture

Strong proficiency in cloud and infrastructure design

Experience engaging and influencing senior stakeholders

Solid understanding of security and compliance architecture

Proven experience in technical governance and design assurance

Strong requirements analysis and solution design capability

Exposure to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure

Awareness of architecture frameworks (e.g. TOGAF) (desirable)

Understanding of integration interoperability and secure environments (advantageous)

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Skills:

• Requirements Analysis
• Solutions Architecture

What you can expect from us:

Together as owners lets turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership teamwork respect and belonging. Here youll reach your full potential because

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. Thats why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our companys strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. Youll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas embrace new opportunities and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

Youll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. Youll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our teamone of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.