Solutions Architect - Contract

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Solutions Architect (Cross Domain) to join our existing experienced team.  

What we look for in a Solutions Architect 

• Developing and deploying Cross Domain Solutions, including their design, use, testing and assurance. 

• Sound understanding of the NCSC patterns and guidance for safely importing and exporting data. 

• Ability to assess the product marketplace for products which meet requirements of the functional components of the solution. 

• Ability to convey technical requirements for bespoke components required to software developers. 

• Ability to understand user requirements and translate these into solution design. 

• Ability to present complex technical information to non-technical audiences. 

• Experience of working with both hardware- and software-based cross domain approaches. 

• Strong knowledge of cryptography and public key infrastructure. 

• Experience of MOD systems and processes. 

• Experience of MOD assurance processes. 

It would also be desirable for you to have demonstratable experience of:  

• Working with the MOD and Defence Digital processes and services.  

• Supporting development in a Secure-by-Design methodology; 

• Experience of Data-Centric Security principles. 

• Experience working with Hardsec Cross Domain appliances. 

• Experience of cloud deployment automation. 

• Strong networking skills.

Why SiXworks? 

SiXworks is a leading provider of secure digital solutions, specialising in digital experimentation and focused on fail-safe-fast cutting-edge technology solutions deployed in highly secure environments.

We are unified in our mission to accelerate innovation and adoption of secure, digital technology to improve the operational agility of Defence and National Security.

This is an exciting time for us, we have ambitious plans for continued growth and development, and we are seeking to add brilliant, experienced, motivated, and passionate people to our team to work with us on this journey.

Why join SiXworks? 

SiXworks’ expertise includes Secure-by-Design, cloud computing, advanced network and infrastructure design, rapid application development, cross-security domain systems, multi-tenanted High-Performance Compute, multi-source data platforms, cyber vulnerability mitigation, and intelligence systems.

We provide supplier-agnostic, technical, and business consultancy to customers while championing open-source and best-of-breed technologies. 

SiXworks is an IBM subsidiary which has been acquired by IBM and will be integrated into the IBM organisation. SiXworks will be the hiring entity.  By proceeding with this application, you understand that SiXworks will share your personal information with other IBM subsidiaries involved in your recruitment process, wherever these are located. More Information on how IBM protects your personal information, including the safeguards in case of cross-border data transfer, are available here: https://www.ibm.com/privacy

A word on UK Security Clearance 

Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have, or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance. 

More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here:

United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) is the main UK government provider of security clearances.

Notice 

SiXworks recognises the benefits of Reserve service to Country, Company and individual. 

We support Reservists and actively encourage them to apply.