Service Architect - DV Cleared

Service Architect

+Current DV Clearance is essential

+On site in Basingstoke

months +

+Outside IR35

• 700 - 750 per day

We're seeking an experienced Service Architect to join a high-profile Ministry of Defence (MOD) programme on a long-term contract.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in designing and delivering secure, resilient, and supportable services within a complex defence environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop end-to-end service architecture aligned with business and technical requirements.

• Produce service designs that meet operational, security, and supportability standards.

• Work closely with technical architects, engineering teams, service management, and stakeholders.

• Ensure service transition and operational readiness for new and enhanced services.

• Contribute to service governance, risk management, and continual service improvement.

• Create and maintain service design documentation, operating models, and support processes.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Service Architect within complex enterprise or government environments.

• Strong understanding of IT service design and service management principles.

• Experience working on secure or defence-related programmes.

• Ability to engage with senior stakeholders and translate business requirements into effective service solutions.

• Excellent documentation and communication skills.

• Active DV (Developed Vetting) clearance is mandatory.