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# SC Cleared Data Architect - Contract

- **Company:** Stealth It
- **Location:** United Kingdom
- **Salary:** £130,000
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Data Architecture, Data Governance, Data Systems, Data Warehousing, Meta-Data Management, Enterprise Data Management, Google Cloud, Cloud Platform System, Data Strategy, SC Clearance, Data Lakes, Cloud Migration
- **Published:** November 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerboard.com/gb/en/find-jobs-in-United-Kingdom/-393580F02EDE4CF420/

## About the Role

* Active SC Clearance.
 * Proven experience working as a Data Architect within large-scale enterprise environments.
 * Strong understanding of modern data architecture principles and methodologies.
 * Experience designing data models and enterprise data frameworks.
 * Expertise in data governance, metadata management, and data quality practices.
 * Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
 * Experience delivering data solutions across cloud platforms such as:
 + AWS
 + Azure
 + Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
 * Strong knowledge of data warehousing, data lakes, and modern analytics platforms.
 * Experience producing architectural documentation and presenting solutions to senior stakeholders.

Desirable Skills

 * Experience within central government, public sector, defence, or highly regulated environments.
 * Knowledge of master data management (MDM) solutions.
 * Familiarity with data cataloguing and governance tools.
 * Experience supporting digital transformation and cloud migration programmes.
 * Understanding of security and compliance frameworks within secure environments.

## Description

We are seeking an experienced SC Cleared Data Architect to join a high-profile programme on an initial 6-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a Data Architect who can quickly integrate into a delivery team, define and implement enterprise-scale data architecture, and provide strategic guidance across complex cloud-based environments.

You will work closely with technical teams, business stakeholders, and senior leadership to shape data strategy, establish governance frameworks, and ensure the organisation's data architecture supports both current and future business objectives., * Design and implement enterprise-wide data architecture solutions.

 * Define and maintain data models, data standards, and architectural principles.
 * Develop and drive data strategy aligned with organisational goals.
 * Establish and enhance data governance frameworks and best practices.
 * Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to understand data requirements and translate them into scalable solutions.
 * Support the design and optimisation of cloud-based data platforms and services.
 * Promote best practices in data quality, security, compliance, and life cycle management.
 * Produce architecture documentation, roadmaps, and technical standards.
 * Provide guidance to delivery teams throughout the project life cycle.
 * Ensure solutions align with security requirements, regulatory frameworks, and organisational standards.