Solution Architect

6-Month Contract | Belfast (Hybrid) | Inside IR35
Leading Technology Company

We are currently supporting a leading technology company in the search for an experienced Solution Architect to join a major infrastructure and cloud transformation programme.

This role is ideal for a hands-on architect with a strong background in designing complex infrastructure solutions across cloud, hosting and modern workplace environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end infrastructure and cloud solutions for enterprise-scale programmes.
• Engage with business and technical stakeholders to define solution requirements.
• Produce high-quality architecture documentation and technical designs.
• Support solution development from concept through to delivery.
• Ensure solutions are secure, scalable and aligned to best practice.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Solution Architect designing complex infrastructure solutions.
• Strong expertise across:
  • Microsoft Azure
  • Microsoft 365
  • VMware/vSAN
  • Cloud-native platforms
  • Hybrid hosting environments
  • Infrastructure modernisation initiatives
• Experience working on large-scale enterprise transformation programmes.

Desirable Skills

• Cyber security technologies and frameworks, including:
  • Zero Trust
  • Microsoft Sentinel / SOAR
  • Microsoft Defender
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Privileged Access Management (PAM)
  • Attack Surface Management
  • IT/OT Security Integration
• Awareness of SQL and Oracle database environments.
• Experience with ODA and KVM hypervisors.