Technical Architect (SC Cleared, Azure, AD, SQL Server) -Milton Keynes- 6 Month Contract Day Rate: £640 per day (Inside IR35)Location: On-site presence is required 3 days per week in rural Milton Keynes. Easily commutable from: Milton Keynes, Northampton, Bedford, Luton, Aylesbury, Banbury, Oxford, Bicester, Buckingham, Towcester, Leighton Buzzard, Hemel Hempstead, High Wycombe.Security Clearance: SC or DV (Developed Vetting) Security Cleared required. SC clearance to be in place before the role commences. Applicants must be eligible to undergo clearance if not already held (British nationals, resident in the UK for at least 2 of the past 5 years). Role OverviewWe are looking for an experienced Technical Architect to join a major government programme delivering and managing critical national security capabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-impact projects that help safeguard the nation.You will collaborate with customers, engineering teams, and developers to design secure solutions, provide technical governance, and maintain key relationships within government. Your expertise will ensure compliance with security standards and deliver customer-focused outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesEngage with customers and stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver solutionsWork within an ITIL environment to ensure service excellenceCollaborate with engineers and developers to improve software solutionsProvide technical input and governance across multiple project