Digital Services - Technical Architect

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Who Speclialist Work With • PINS Digital Services team • PINS Transformation team • DCLG IT team • External Suppliers What Specialists Work On 1. Provide assurance to the Head of Digital, the TDA and CAB on the technical and security products produced by PINS and 3rd party consultants 2. Produce technical and solutions architectures that are compliant with the Digital strategy, roadmap, principles, systems and service levels (both internally between Digital and the Business, and between PINS and 3rd parties) 3. Define non-functional requirements and dependencies and ensure proposals commit to meeting them 4. Identify technical and security risks and issues and ensure these are formally documented. Identify and implement appropriate mitigation actions to reduce risk. 5. Knowledge transfer to PINS staff Where the Work Takes Place Temple Quay House 2 The Square Temple Quay Bristol BS1 6PN Early Market Engagement Working Arrangements Onsite in Bristol 5 days (Monday to Friday) per week Work Location Temple Quay House 2 The Square Temple Quay Bristol BS1 6PN Security Clearance Basic security - no special requirements Additional T&Cs No additional terms Skills & Experience Be digitally and technically literate, capable of effectively engaging with technical staff, suppliers and stakeholders to define the best solutions in line with PINS & Government strategy Have demonstrable experience designing and reviewing complex technical delivery projects Have demonstrable experience liaising with external and internal teams to ensure timely provisioning and implementation of quality, scalable and secure technical solutions Have demonstrable experience of on-premise, IaaS, PaaS & SaaS solutions and when and how to implement them Have demonstrable experience of working with suppliers to contribute to and assure detailed technical architectures and designs Have the ability to cope in a technically complex and transformational environment, and to respond calmly and rationally to changing aspirations within constraints Adhere to agreed project delivery standards ensuring outputs and deliverables are fit for purpose An understanding of commercial approaches/considerations within the Public Sector environment Demonstrable experience of successfully delivering projects within an Agile environment. Nice to Haves Recognised Technical Architecture qualifications Have knowledge of the Government’s Digital strategies, codes of practice and Government Transformation Strategy and Standards. Have awareness and understanding of Data Protection law and regulations. Have awareness and understanding of Business Continuity principles and BS25999 No. of Specialists to Evaluate 5 Cultural Fit Criteria Work as a team with PINS and other suppliers Be capable of effectively engaging with technical staff, suppliers and stakeholders Have the ability to engage with senior leadership, identify and influence stakeholders, produce clear and non-technical advice on complex issues, presenting information clearly, concisely and inspiring confidence. Share knowledge and skills with other team members Assessment Method Evaluation Weighting Technical competence 50% Cultural fit 10% Price 40% Questions from Suppliers Budget range