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# Solution Designer

- **Company:** Insight
- **Location:** Sheffield, UK
- **Salary:** £57,608.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Confluence, JIRA, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Data Security, Identity and Access Management, Software Engineering, UML, Technical Debt, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5847115473

## About the Role

Demonstrated, in-depth experience in cryptography, data security, identity & access management, and privileged access management.

 - Broad IT background with the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both security and non-security stakeholders.
 - Experience participating in large-scale IT transformation initiatives.

Qualifications & Certifications:

 - Bachelor's or Master's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
 - Possession of CISSP, CISM, or other recognized cybersecurity certifications.

Platform & Technology Skills:

 - Proficient in using Jira for project and task management.
 - Proficient in using Confluence for documentation purposes.
 - Experience with BizzDesign, Archi, or UML tools for high-level architectural visualizations.

## Description

Develop, manage, and update end-to-end solution designs aligned with reference architectures and business requirements.

 - Clearly articulate and document key design decisions and options, ensuring transparency in the decision-making process.
 - Document and seek approval for any design deviations, especially those introducing technical debt.
 - Identify, record, and mitigate technical risks and issues arising from solution designs.
 - Translate requirements into architectural solutions that meet customer needs and deliver expected business outcomes.
 - Ensure that solution designs are efficient, timely, and cost-effective throughout the project lifecycle.
 - Maintain a strong understanding of both business drivers and technical security requirements.
 - Promote thorough documentation and design record-keeping.


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