Average Technical Architect salary in Central London

Technical Architect (SharePoint)T00:00:00.000ZLondonCapabilitiesfullThe RoleWe are looking for an experienced Technical Architect with strong SharePoint expertise to support the design and evolution of enterprise collaboration platforms in a hybrid on-premise and cloud environment.This role will focus on architecting, governing, and improving SharePoint platforms while ensuring secure integration with Microsoft 365, Azure, and AWS hosted services. You will work closely with infrastructure, security, and engineering teams to deliver scalable, resilient, and compliant collaboration solutions.The successful candidate will be comfortable operating in complex enterprise environments, balancing on-prem SharePoint architecture with cloud services in Microsoft 365, while ensuring alignment with organisational security, compliance, and technical standards.Key ResponsibilitiesArchitecture & DesignLead the technical architecture of SharePoint platforms within a hybrid environment combining on-prem infrastructure and Microsoft 365 servicesDefine architecture patterns for SharePoint, document management, collaboration platforms, and integration servicesProduce high-quality architecture artefacts including high-level designs, detailed technical designs, and implementation roadmapsEnsure SharePoint solutions align with enterprise architecture principles, security standards, and operational requirementsPlatform Engineering & IntegrationArchitect integrations between SharePoint, Microsoft 365, Azure services, and AWS-hosted applicationsDesign solutions for identity, authentication, and access management leveraging technologies such as Azure AD / Entra ID and federated identitySupport the adoption of modern collaboration capabilities while maintaining compatibility with legacy on-prem environmentsProvide technical leadership for migration, upgrade, and transformation initiativesGovernance & SecurityDefine and maintain SharePoint governance models, including site architecture, data classification, retention policies, and permissions structuresEnsure collaboration platforms meet security, compliance, and data protection requirementsWork with cyber security and risk teams to embed secure-by-design architecture principlesTechnical LeadershipProvide architectural leadership and technical assurance across delivery teamsReview solution designs and implementation approaches to ensure alignment with architectural standardsEngage with stakeholders across infrastructure, security, and application teams to deliver integrated solutionsAct as the technical authority for SharePoint platforms within the organisationProven experience as a Technical Architect or Solution Architect in enterprise environmentsexperience with information management, classification and retention and IRMStrong expertise in SharePoint architecture (on-prem and Microsoft 365 / SharePoint Online)Experience designing solutions across hybrid infrastructure environmentsKnowledge of Microsoft 365 platform services including SharePoint, Teams, and OneDriveExperience integrating enterprise systems with Azure servicesFamiliarity with AWS hosted services and integration patternsStrong understanding of identity and access management including Azure AD / Entra IDAbility to produce architecture documentation and technical designsDesirableExperience delivering SharePoint migrations or hybrid deploymentsKnowledge of enterprise collaboration governance frameworksFamiliarity with Power Platform integration (Power Automate, Power Apps)Experience working in large or regulated environmentsThis role will require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interviewMethods is passionate about its people; we want our colleagues to develop the things they are good at and enjoy.By joining us you can expectAutonomy to develop and grow your skills and experienceBe part of exciting project work that is making a difference in societyStrong, inspiring and thought-provoking leadershipA supportive and collaborative environmentDevelopment - access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and trainingWellness - 24/7 confidential employee assistance programmeFlexible Working - including home working and part timeSocial - office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causesTime Off - 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each yearVolunteering - 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisationPension - Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contributionLife Assurance - of 4 times base salaryPrivate Medical Insurance - which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)Worldwide Travel Insurance - which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)Enhanced Maternity and Paternity PayTravel - season ticket loan, cycle to work schemeFor a full list of benefits please visit our website (

Data ArchitectShape the future of enterprise data architecture within a modern cloud environment.We are seeking an experienced Data Architect to play a key role in designing, developing, and evolving a modern data platform. This position offers the opportunity to drive strategic data initiatives, implement Data Mesh principles, and help create scalable, secure, and high-performing data solutions that support business growth.The RoleAs a Data Architect, you will be responsible for defining and governing data platform architecture, ensuring data products are scalable, interoperable, and aligned to enterprise standards. Working closely with engineering teams and business stakeholders, you will provide technical leadership, architectural guidance, and strategic direction across the data landscape.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and oversee the architecture of modern cloud-based data platforms.Develop architectural documentation, technical designs, and standards.Champion Data Mesh and Data-as-a-Product principles across development teams.Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and services to support platform growth.Establish and maintain architectural best practices and governance frameworks.Design secure, scalable, and high-performing data solutions.Create robust data pipelines supporting batch, event-driven, and streaming workloads.Ensure data products are discoverable, trustworthy, and interoperable.Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to engineers and analysts.Collaborate with stakeholders to shape data strategy, roadmaps, and future capabilities.About YouYou are an experienced Data Architect or Data Solutions Architect with strong cloud platform expertise and a passion for modern data architectures. You enjoy solving complex problems, influencing technical direction, and working collaboratively across both technical and non-technical teams.Skills & ExperienceProven experience in a Data Architect, Data Solutions Architect, or similar role.Strong experience with cloud platforms such as Google Cloud Platform (GCP), AWS, or Azure.Good understanding of Google BigQuery and modern data platform technologies.Expertise in data architecture, data warehousing, and large-scale data platforms.Strong knowledge of Data Mesh, database design, and ETL/ELT methodologies.Experience designing scalable, secure, and governed data solutions.Understanding of data security, compliance, and GDPR requirements.Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.Strong communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Experience mentoring and supporting technical teams.Why Apply?Opportunity to influence the future direction of a modern cloud data platform.Work with cutting-edge data technologies and architectures.High-impact role with significant technical ownership.Collaborative environment focused on innovation, engineering excellence, and continuous improvement.

Cyber Security ArchitectT00:00:00.000ZLondonCapabilitiesfullSince our establishment in 1990, Methods has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK.Our mission is to improve and safeguard public-facing services. We apply digital thinking to ensure the future of our public services is centred around our citizens.Our human touch sets us apart from other consultancies, system integrators and software houses - we have a customer-centric value system whereby we focus on delivering what is right for our clients.We passionately support our clients in the success of their projects while working collaboratively to share skill sets and solve problems. At Methods we have fun while working hard; we are not afraid of making mistakes and learning from them.Methods are experts in delivering secure, resilient cyber and information services - keeping systems and data safe.We help reduce risk and vulnerabilities from cyber-attacks by developing a security road-map tailored to your unique needs.We help organisations improve processes such as threat management by building an identity management programme, and establishing prevention, detection and response capabilities to cyber-attacks.The Cyber Security Consultant will have the following responsibilities:Effective business acumen and an understanding of the cyber security challenges faced by client, with the ability to interact with senior stakeholders across departmentsExperience of identifying and applying security risk and familiarity with common control frameworksManaging, delivering and leading cyber security and cyber risk assignments, including producing documentation, reports, recommendations and quality assuring the work produced by team members.Working as a subject matter expert in your particular field to support a team and managing a larger team in delivering engagements at scale, with the appropriate reach and influence a across the teams and communities.Maintaining awareness of key business and industry trends and understanding how they impact responses to cyber risk.Ability to research, articulate and pitch complex and innovative architecture and security advice, at both business and technical levels, for new or existing problems and be able to justify and communicate design decisions directly to key customer stakeholders including senior managementWorking in a particular field as subject matter expert, to support a team in delivering engagements at scale, which may require subtle security needsDevelop vision, principles and strategy for security architects for one project or technologyProviding our clients with trusted advice, rooted in a pragmatic and agnostic understanding of their business situation and objectives, to help them navigate complex, risk-driven Cyber decisions.Able to understand and comprehend the impact of decisions, balancing requirements and deciding between approachesInvestigating major breaches of security and recommending appropriate control improvements.Contributing to development of information security policy, standards, procedures and guidelines.Be the point of escalation for architects in lower grade roles, with the ability to lead the technical design of systems and servicesEssential Skills and Experience:An experienced consultant with a background in Cyber SecurityMinimum 3-5 years of experience in Information Security related positionsMinimum 2-3 years of experience in security architectureCertification in AWS or Azure for Architecture and Security or similarIASME / Cyber Essentials Plus CertifiedKnowledge of secure network architecture and technical designExperience in creating secure architecture in either AWS either/or AzureExperience providing expert strategy, risk and technical advice, guidance and support on cyber security, both in business-as-usual and for live and planned projects within our clients' business.Broad range of cyber and information security skills, knowledge and experience such as security threats and vulnerabilities that impact/and/or emanate from system hardware, software and other infrastructure components, and relevant strategies, controls and activities to prevent, mitigate, detect and resolve security incidents affecting system hardware, software and other infrastructure components.Able to gap analysis for specific domains, identify gaps in existing capabilities, service maturity. Identify missing cybersecurity and cyber-resiliency capabilities in alignment with changing business needs, threat land scape and technical requirements to increase the quality of the selected solutions also including topics such as products' convergence over time and products decommissioningKnowledge of identifying, developing and communicating threat modellingDemonstrably experienced in working as an effective member of a multi-disciplinary teamExcellent stakeholder management, presentation and communication skills.Pro-active approach to personal and professional development.Must hold, or be able to hold, an HMG Security Check (SC) clearance.Ability to apply standards, practices, codes and assessment of certification programmes relevant to the IT industry and the specific organisation or business domain.Knowledge of the IT/IS infrastructure (e.g databases and LANs) and the IT applications and service processes used within own organisation, including those associated with sustainability and efficiency.Ability to use any tool or system which provides security access control (e.g Active Directory)Showing proficiency in the principles and application of cloud/virtualisation (including ownership responsibilities and security implications) and be able to use tools and systems to manage virtualised environments e.g Server/desktop virtualisation and SDDC (Software Defined Data Centre).Experience in writing and creating Cyber Security documents i.e. Risk Assessments, ESRM, DPIA etc and produce particular patterns and support quality assuranceDesirable Skills & Experience:Certification in AWS or Azure for Architecture and Security or similarSecurity Certification e.g ISC2 CISSP, ISC2 CCSP, ISACA CISM or similarKnowledge of evolving digital technology/applications e.g. AI/Digital twins/IoTKnowledge of principles, practices, tools and techniques of IT auditing.Experience working on central government, local government and public corporations projects and deliverablesExperience in the discipline associated with data sets so large and/or...