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# IT Architect - Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) - Staffs

- **Company:** Experis
- **Location:** Staffordshire, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Azure, Databases, Data as a Services, High-Level Architecture, Network Security, Microsoft Security Essentials, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Software, Network Architecture, Azure Active Directory, Cloud Services, Microsoft SharePoint, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Virtualization Technology, Software Vulnerability Management, IT Architecture, Firewalls (Computer Science), Togaf, Microsoft Onedrive, Cisco, Vmware
- **Published:** September 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.constructionjobboard.co.uk/system/classifieds/application_redirect/?listing_id=3773126

## About the Role

The client seeks an all-round Infrastructure Architect with proven experience producing High Level Design (HLD) and Technical Design Authority (TDA) documentation, combined with strong Microsoft technology expertise including Microsoft Azure, SharePoint, OneDrive and Network Infrastructure solutions., To be considered, candidates must demonstrate proven experience within an Architecture function and be able to evidence successful delivery of architectural outputs including HLD's (High Level Design) and technical solution designs., * IT Architecture, Solution Architecture or Infrastructure Architecture

 * HLD (High-Level Design) and Technical Design Authority (TDA)
 * Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365 / Office 365, SharePoint & OneDrive
 * Microsoft Security Technologies, Entra ID / Azure Active Directory
 * Infrastructure & Virtualisation Technologies
 * Application and Systems Integration
 * Network Architecture & Security, Cisco, HP and enterprise networking environments
 * Security, Firewalls, Threat & Vulnerability Management

Experience across software development, databases, remote device management and enterprise infrastructure environments would be highly advantageous.

Additional Information:

Please note that successful applicants will be required to obtain NPPV Level 3 (Non-Police Personnel Vetting) and

Management Vetting prior to commencing employment.

As part of the interview process, candidates will be expected to demonstrate their architectural experience and approach through a presentation and technical discussion.

Relevant certifications such as TOGAF, ITIL, Microsoft, Cisco or VMware would be beneficial, although not essential.

## Description

As part of the Architecture Team, you will provide strategic and technical architecture leadership across a diverse technology estate covering:

 * Microsoft Azure and Cloud Services
 * SharePoint & OneDrive
 * Microsoft Security, Entra ID and Azure AD
 * Infrastructure & Virtualisation
 * Networking & Communications
 * Applications & Software Integration
 * Databases & Data Services
 * Mobile & Remote Technologies
 * Network Security & Cyber Security Solutions

You will work closely with senior stakeholders, project teams and technical specialists to ensure solutions are fit-for-purpose, secure, scalable and aligned with the client's long-term technology strategy.


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