SC cleared Data Architect (AWS) - Public Sector
Duration: 6 months
Start Date: Flexible
Rate: £550 - £700 (depending on SFIA level)
Location: London or Manchester (hybrid)
Clearance: SC

Overview
We're looking for a Data Architect to design secure, scalable AWS data platforms that support public sector transformation and data-driven decision making.

Key Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end data architectures on AWS (data lakes, warehouses, streaming)
• Define data models, standards, and governance frameworks
• Ensure compliance with data security and regulatory requirements (eg, GDPR)
• Lead data platform modernisation and migration initiatives
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into data solutions
• Drive best practices in data quality, integration, and life cycle management

Key Skills

• Strong AWS data experience (eg, S3, Redshift, Glue, Lake Formation, Athena)
• Proven experience in public sector or regulated environments
• Data modelling (conceptual, logical, physical) expertise
• Knowledge of data governance, security, and compliance
• Experience with ETL/ELT, APIs, and data integration tools

Nice to Have

• AWS certifications (eg, Data Analytics Specialty, Solutions Architect)
• Experience with big data, streaming (Kafka/Kinesis), or AI/ML workloads

Reasonable Adjustments:

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