We are seeking an experienced Technical Architect to support the Command Management & Security (CM&Sec) function within a high-security defence environment. This role will be responsible for defining and evolving service delivery strategy, technical architecture, and DevSecOps adoption across a complex portfolio of mission-critical applications. The successful candidate will operate at both a strategic and technical level, ensuring solutions align with operational requirements, cyber security priorities, and constrained deployment environments (including shipboard and low-bandwidth scenarios).
This is a proactive recruitment initiative, with potential start dates in the coming weeks or months, contingent on contract award.
Key Responsibilities
Service Delivery & Strategy
- Develop and maintain the Service Delivery Strategy across the application portfolio
- Define scope, operating model, and service delivery frameworks aligned to mission requirements
- Assess application portfolio against business needs, user requirements, and technical fit
- Evaluate and incorporate open-source solutions where appropriate
Architecture & Technology Leadership
- Develop architecture roadmaps, data models, and system integration strategies
- Define data standards, interface requirements, and system interoperability models
- Analyze and recommend technology solutions within DND’s secure and constrained environments
- Design solutions optimized for low-bandwidth and deployed operations (e.g., shipboard use)
DevSecOps & Automation
- Lead the implementation of a DevSecOps adoption strategy using GitLab and Azure DevOps
- Establish repository structures, branching strategies, and CI/CD pipelines
- Drive automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency and service delivery
- Integrate analytics and reporting tools to track portfolio performance and KPIs
Cyber Security & Risk Management
- Provide a high-level cyber security vision for Command-and-Control (C2) systems
- Assess security risks, vulnerabilities, and architectural gaps, recommending mitigations
- Align cyber security practices with allied and partner organizations
Process Improvement & Governance
- Conduct impact assessments and change management for technology updates
- Analyze service performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Apply ITIL Service Value Chain principles to enhance service delivery
- Lead stakeholder analysis and recommend strategies to improve engagement and coordination
Reporting & Communication
- Prepare and deliver technical briefings to senior leadership
- Provide regular progress updates and strategic recommendations
Technical Environment
- Operating Systems: Windows, Ubuntu, CentOS, Red Hat
- Virtualization & Containers: Docker, VMware
- Cloud & DevOps: Azure, GitLab, Azure DevOps (CI/CD)
- Languages: Java, SQL, HTML
- Databases: Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB
- 5+ years experience as a Technical Architect
- College diploma or University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or related discipline
- Proven experience developing:
- Technology architectures and roadmaps
- Risk assessments and security frameworks
- Technology adoption and sustainability strategies
- Experience analyzing:
- Application architecture security elements
- Risks and vulnerabilities with recommended safeguards
- Experience implementing DevSecOps practices, including:
- CI/CD pipelines using GitLab and/or Azure DevOps
- Integration of development, acquisition, and operations workflows
- Experience applying ITIL Service Value Chain principles
- Experience defining and tracking portfolio performance metrics and analytics
- Experience working in defence, government, or high-security environments
- Familiarity with Command-and-Control (C2) systems
- Experience supporting distributed or bandwidth-constrained systems
- Strong stakeholder engagement and cross-functional leadership experience
