Job Title: Remote Access Architect Location: London (Hybrid) Contract: 3 months Role Purpose The Remote Access Architect will provide strategic oversight and governance for the design, standards, and technical components of a unified Remote Access solution across MandS. This role ensures that remote access capabilities align with the company''s strategic vision, security and compliance requirements, while delivering a seamless and secure colleague experience. The Architect will act as an independent voice, representing the MandS perspective across multiple teams and technologies, ensuring cohesion and consistency in the end-to-end service. Key ResponsibilitiesDefine and govern patterns, standards, and architecture principles for the Remote Access solution.Provide strategic oversight across all technical components, ensuring integration and alignment:Zscaler Private Access (ZPA - Networks team)Zscaler Browser Portal Access (Networks team)Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD hosting - Cloud Hosting team; AVD endpoint - Device and Endpoint Management team)AD/Entra ID (Identity and Access Management team)CyberArk (Privileged Access Management - Identity and Access Management team)Collaborate closely with Phil Davies (Security) and other technical leads to ensure compliance with MandS security standards.Ensure the solution delivers a positive colleague experience across diverse business requirements and global coverage.Ensure the solution incorporates the need for Warehouse, Stores, and non