We are supporting a leading defence organisation seeking an experienced Lead Enterprise Architect to provide strategic and technical leadership across complex, secure programmes.

based in Reading - hybrid
Valid SC Clearance required

The Role

You will lead and govern enterprise architecture across multiple domains, shape architecture strategy for a Line of Business, and ensure secure-by-design principles are Embedded across programmes. The role includes chairing design reviews, influencing senior stakeholders, and mentoring architects across the organisation.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Senior-level enterprise architecture experience in Defence/Aerospace (MoD) environments

• Proven delivery of large-scale, multi-domain architectures

• Strong knowledge of TOGAF, MODAF/NAF, ArchiMate

• Experience shaping enterprise-wide architecture strategies

• Strong understanding of cyber security, secure system design, and compliance

• Experience leading design reviews and architectural governance

• Excellent leadership and stakeholder engagement skills

Desirable

• Chartered Engineer or relevant architecture certifications

• Experience contributing to architecture standards or industry forums

• Familiarity with SFIA Level 7/DDaT Enterprise Architect expectations