Job Description
Cloud Architect (SC/DV Cleared)
Location: UK – Bristol / Manchester
Security Clearance: Must hold active UK Security Clearance (SC/DV)
Employment Type: Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Architect with active UK Security Clearance to design, implement, and optimize Oracle-based cloud solutions. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in delivering secure, scalable, and resilient cloud architectures for government and defence clients.
Key Responsibilities
1. Cloud Architecture & Design:
* Design and implement secure, high-performance OCI solutions in compliance with UK government security standards.
* Lead cloud architecture, migration, and integration projects using OCI services.
* Provide technical leadership in cloud-application and database deployments on Oracle Cloud.
1. Security & Compliance:
* Ensure security best practices, compliance, and governance are embedded into OCI environments.
* Optimize OCI infrastructure for cost-efficiency, scalability, and performance.
2. Technical Leadership & Collaboration:
* Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into robust cloud solutions.
* Provide technical documentation, roadmaps, and guidance for cloud deployments.
* Troubleshoot and resolve complex OCI-related issues.
* Stay updated with emerging cloud technologies and industry trends.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven experience as an Oracle OCI Architect, with hands-on expertise in designing and deploying enterprise-scale cloud solutions.
* Strong knowledge of OCI services (Compute, Networking, Storage, Security, IAM, Database).
* Experience with Oracle Cloud migration projects from on-premises or other cloud platforms.
* Strong understanding of security, compliance, and governance in UK public sector environments.
* Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Ansible, or equivalent tools.
* Solid knowledge of networking, VPNs, and hybrid cloud connectivity.
* Experience working with automation & DevOps tools (CI/CD, Git, Jenkins, Kubernetes).
* Ability to lead technical teams and provide expert consultancy on cloud strategy.
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Active UK Security Clearance (SC or DV) is mandatory, NPPV3 would be a benefit.
Desirable Qualifications
* Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Certifications (e.g., Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect Professional).
* Experience working with UK Government, Defence, or Critical Infrastructure projects.
* Understanding of multi-cloud strategies (AWS, Azure, GCP alongside OCI).
* Familiarity with database administration (Oracle Autonomous DB, Exadata, MySQL, etc.).
Benefits
* Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses.
* Flexible working options (remote/hybrid/on-site as per project requirements).
* Training & certification opportunities to enhance technical skills.
* Exposure to cutting-edge cloud technologies & high-profile projects.
* Private healthcare, pension, and other benefits (depending on employer).
If you are a Security Cleared OCI Architect looking for an exciting opportunity in a secure and dynamic environment, apply today!
How to Apply: Submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience with OCI and security-cleared projects.
Note: Candidates must hold active UK Security Clearance (SC/DV). Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor clearance for this role.
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