Cloud Architect (SC)
Posted Today by People Source Consulting Ltd
£850 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
Manchester, UK
Summary: We are seeking a skilled Cloud Architect for a contract role focused on designing and delivering secure, scalable cloud solutions for a significant government transformation programme. The position requires expertise in cloud migration and compliance with security standards, along with previous public sector experience and the ability to obtain SC Clearance. The role offers hybrid working arrangements and involves leading cloud projects and optimising infrastructure. This is a long-term contract opportunity with a competitive daily rate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Drive cloud migration and optimisation strategies.
- Ensure security and compliance across all solutions.
- Produce architecture documentation and technical specifications.
- Act as technical lead on cloud projects.
Key Skills:
- Proven experience in cloud architecture and migration.
- Expertise in AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Strong knowledge of security, compliance, and governance.
- Familiarity with automation, containerisation, and DevOps.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
- Relevant certifications (AWS/Azure Solutions Architect).
Salary (Rate): £850/day
City: Manchester
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Cloud Architect - Contract
Rate: Up to £850/day
IR35: Inside
Duration: Long-term
Hybrid working.
Please not that previous Public Sector experience is essential as is the ability to obtain SC Clearance.
Role OverviewWe're seeking an experienced Cloud Architect to design and deliver secure, scalable cloud solutions for a major government transformation programme. You'll lead cloud migration projects, optimise infrastructure, and ensure compliance with security standards.
Key Responsibilities- Design and implement cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Drive cloud migration and optimisation strategies.
- Ensure security and compliance across all solutions.
- Produce architecture documentation and technical specifications.
- Act as technical lead on cloud projects.
Essential Skills
- Proven experience in cloud architecture and migration.
- Expertise in AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Strong knowledge of security, compliance, and governance.
- Familiarity with automation, containerisation, and DevOps.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
- Relevant certifications (AWS/Azure Solutions Architect).
Apply now to join a high-profile programme delivering innovation and sustainability in the public sector.
People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.
