Data Architect

Data Architect Ncounter is supporting a specialist consultancy delivering into highly sensitive National Security and Defence programmes, now seeking a DV Cleared Data Architect to join a high-impact transformation initiative. This contract requires 3 days per week onsite on the South Coast. This role sits at the heart of complex, secure data environments, focusing on the design of scalable architectures that enable integration, governance, and analytics across mission-critical systems. You will work alongside senior stakeholders, optimisation leads and solution architects to ensure data structures are aligned to operational needs, while providing clear architectural direction within fast-paced programmes. Key Responsibilities • Design and implement secure, scalable data architectures across complex environments • Define data models, standards and integration patterns across platforms • Embed data governance, quality and compliance aligned to Defence standards • Align data structures with operational tools, systems and user requirements • Collaborate with solution architects and programme teams to deliver cohesive solutions • Support full lifecycle delivery, from requirements through to deployment What We’re Looking For • Active DV clearance is essential • Strong experience delivering data architecture within UK Defence or MOD environments • Proven background operating across multiple security classifications • Experience within consultancy or client-facing delivery roles • Knowledge of cloud data platforms, particularly Azure and AWS • Familiarity with data visualisation and analytics tooling such as Power BI or Qlik • Strong stakeholder engagement skills across technical and non-technical audiences This is a contract opportunity offering £(Apply online only) per day, working on programmes where data architecture is critical to operational success. You will play a key role in shaping secure data capabilities while influencing how organisations structure, govern and utilise data at scale. If you hold active DV clearance and are looking to take on a high-impact contract within Defence, please get in touch to discuss further