On behalf of the Cabinet Office, we are looking for a M365 Technical Architect Inside IR35 for a 6 month contract based REMOTELY.

The Cabinet Office supports the Prime Minister and ensures the effective running of government. The Cabinet Office is also the corporate headquarters for the government, in partnership with HM Treasury, and takes the lead in certain critical policy areas. More information about the Cabinet Office can be found on its website at: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/cabinet-office

As a M365 Technical Architect, your main responsibilities will be:

Essential:

Microsoft Expertise: Deep technical knowledge of Microsoft 365, Defender, Purview, Sentinel, and Azure.

Proven Migration Success: Hands-on experience leading migrations from Google Workspace to Microsoft 365 in complex environments.

Experience of UK Government Security and NCSC Guidelines: Understanding of UK Government security strategies, security standards and assessments such as Secure by Design and CAF, GDPR, and data sovereignty requirements.

Leadership & Communication: Exceptional ability to lead cross-functional teams and articulate complex solutions to diverse stakeholders.

Problem Solver: Thrives on tackling complex challenges with innovative solutions.

Collaborative Leader: Inspires teams and fosters strong partnerships with stakeholders.

Detail-Oriented: Ensures every solution meets the highest standards of security, compliance, and usability.

Impact-Driven: Excited by the opportunity to shape the digital future of GPA s Digital & Data services.

Essential Qualifications:

Microsoft Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert, Security Operations Analyst, or Azure Solutions Architect.

Desirable Qualifications:

Additional certifications in security or compliance are a plus.

Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas.

Disability Confident 

As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, The Cabinet Office guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply.

Armed Forces Covenant

The Cabinet Office guarantees to interview veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group.

In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".