Senior Technical Architect - FCDO Services - G7

Location: Hanslope, Buckinghamshire

As a Senior Technical Architect – Networks, you’ll design and govern secure, scalable connectivity solutions that support diplomatic, government and overseas operations.

About the Digital & Data team

The Digital & Data technology team delivers secure, innovative solutions for government partners, from bespoke systems to cloud migrations for entire embassies.

This role sits within a cutting‑edge architecture function, shaping network services across:

• On‑premise environments
• Hybrid and multi‑cloud platforms (Azure / AWS)
• Highly regulated and security‑sensitive estates

What you’ll be doing

As Senior Technical Architect – Networks, you will:

• Design secure, scalable network architectures across on‑prem, hybrid and cloud environments
• Translate complex business and security requirements into clear, high‑quality designs
• Define and apply architectural standards, patterns and governance
• Produce high‑ and low‑level design artefacts (conceptual, logical, physical)
• Provide technical assurance across delivery programmes
• Balance security, performance and cost in complex environments
• Mentor and guide engineers, architects and delivery teams
• Actively manage architectural risk and contribute to continuous improvement
• Stay close to emerging technologies and evolving threats, keeping the network estate future‑ready

Who this role is for

This role will suit someone who:

• Is an experienced network or infrastructure architect
• Has worked in secure or regulated environments
• Is confident influencing senior stakeholders and governance forums
• Enjoys mentoring others and shaping technical communities
• Can provide calm, evidence‑based advice when it matters most

Essential experience

You’ll bring:

• A degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Network Engineering or Telecommunications
• Proven experience designing secure LAN, WAN and hybrid cloud networks
• Experience with VMware private cloud and Azure and/or AWS
• Strong understanding of secure network design and protecting sensitive data
• Experience leading architectural governance and reviewing complex solutions
• Ability to communicate complex technical topics to technical and non‑technical audiences
• Holding (or willingness to work towards) certifications such as TOGAF, ITIL, CCNP or equivalent

Interested?

This post provides the overview.

Click through to the full FCDO Services job advert to view full details and apply.