Contract Opportunity: Solution Architect / EUD Tech Lead (Windows 11)
We’re hiring a Solution Architect / Technical Lead to support a major BAU and Obsolescence Programme within the Defence sector.
If you’re a Microsoft digital workplace expert with deep hands-on and leadership experience, this is your chance to make a real impact on a high-profile programme.
The Role
We're looking for a Solution Architect / EUD Tech Lead with deep subject matter expertise in Microsoft technologies, especially around Windows 11 and End User Device transformation.
Key responsibilities include:
* Lead technical delivery and solution assurance across a multi-supplier environment.
* Support the PM and Enterprise Architect, acting as the technical authority.
* Develop and present architecture artefacts through established governance.
* Translate business/IT requirements into robust, secure technical solutions.
* Drive the team through design and delivery with clarity and leadership.
Tech Stack & Expertise Required:
You must bring hands-on and leadership experience with:
* Windows 10 → Windows 11 migrations
* Microsoft Intune for device management
* Microsoft Defender for Endpoint & security tooling
* Entra ID / Identity Governance
* Secure build creation, optimisation & accreditation (Official Sensitive)
* Device & Application Lifecycle Management
* NIST / CIS security frameworks and hardened builds
* Air-gapped environments experience
Ideal Candidate:
* 5–10+ years in EUD / Windows platform architecture
* Led enterprise-scale migrations
* Background in hands-on engineering but now in a strategic/lead role
* Experienced in Agile/Sprint-based delivery
* Skilled in stakeholder communication, RAID logs, and project planning
* Comfortable leading diverse technical teams in high-pressure environments
* Has worked closely with InfoSec to define and implement security controls
* Familiar with Microsoft best practice blueprints and secure configuration
Contract Details
Start: ASAP
Initial Term: Through to end of 2025, with strong extension potential into 2026
Location: Remote-first, with occasional travel required
IR35: Outside IR35
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