Application andamp; Data Architect - DV ClearedRate: £625 a dayLocation: Reading - full time on siteDuration: 6 months +Clearance: UKSV DV Clearance requiredA leading global technology consultancy is looking for an experienced Application andamp; Data Architect to join a high-profile Defence programme within a Joint Design Team.This is a hands-on senior architecture role at the heart of a complex, secure delivery environment - shaping how applications are designed, assessed, and evolved across a significant enterprise estate.The RoleYou''ll lead the design and technical assurance of secure-by-design application and data architectures, owning architectural decisions across software systems of varying scale and risk. Day-to-day you''ll conduct application technical assessments, engage directly with delivery teams and senior stakeholders, and help drive long-term architectural direction while addressing immediate backlog priorities.What You''ll NeedStrong enterprise application architecture experience in secure or Defence environmentsHands-on knowledge of COTS/GOTS products, Middleware, integration, and databasesPractical experience with CIS Benchmarks and secure application configurationFamiliarity with Defence Secure by Design principlesProficiency in Azure DevOps and CI/CD practicesArchiMate modelling; BizzDesign Enterprise Studio experience desirableExcellent stakeholder communication skills up to senior/executive ..... full job details .....