Technical ArchitectContract: 12 months+ Location: Hybrid - Farnborough Clearance: DV Cleared (essential) IR35: Outside IR35 Rate: £700-£800 per dayOverviewWe are seeking an experienced Technical Architect to support the design and delivery of secure, resilient integration solutions within complex and highly secure environments. The role focuses on Exchange and/or Web Gateway architectures, enabling interoperability across systems and domains.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and define interoperability and gateway architectures to support secure data exchange between systems and security domainsLead architectural decisions for Exchange and Web Gateway solutions, ensuring security, scalability, and resilienceWork closely with engineering teams, security stakeholders, and delivery partners to translate requirements into robust technical designsProduce high-quality architectural documentation, including HLDs, LLDs, and integration patternsEnsure solutions comply with relevant security, architectural, and governance standardsKey Skills andamp; ExperienceProven experience as a Technical/Solution Architect delivering interoperability or integration solutionsStrong knowledge of Exchange Gateways and/or Web GatewaysExperience designing secure system-to-system integrationsSolid understanding of networking, security, and identity principlesComfortable engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholdersDV clearance (mandatory)