Parker Shaw

About the Company

We are the IT Recruitment Specialists As one of the UK's longest established and most respected IT recruitment businesses, we find and place specialist talent throughout the industry. Companies If your company is looking to outsource its IT recruitment, Parker Shaw is ready to help. Our in-depth knowledge means your recruitment is in safe hands We have the ability and resources to deal with large resourcing requests We have a dedicated team providing you with personal service We have transparent agreement terms and competitive pricing We create relationships that are enduring and highly valued Candidates Our support and expertise will help you find the perfect role. Since 1988, Parker Shaw has a powerful track record of finding and placing talent within the IT industry. As a candidate looking for a role we can provide you with... Honest feedback from clients Business insights to aid your interview preparation Support for people who've been out of work and require payment flexibility Trust and transparency regarding the rates that are being charged Responsive and regular communication For general enquiries: 02380 606100

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Company Name

Parker Shaw

Job Title

Enterprise Architect - Security-cleared

Job Description

**Job Title** Enterprise Architect – Security Cleared (12‑month contract) **Role Summary** Provide enterprise architecture vision, strategy and roadmaps across business, technology and data domains. Lead the design and delivery of cross‑cutting capabilities, influence stakeholders, and drive change initiatives to achieve value, scalability and risk reduction for the organization. **Expectations** - 12‑month contract with occasional on‑site travel. - Maintain required security clearance. - Own and evolve the enterprise architecture framework, principles, policies and standards. - Act as an advisor to senior business and technical leaders. - Deliver architecture solutions that align with strategic objectives and budgetary constraints. **Key Responsibilities** 1. Identify priorities for change and enable rapid delivery. 2. Own and communicate the enterprise architecture vision, strategy, and roadmaps (as‑is, to‑be, transitional). 3. Consult and collaborate with business units to support alignment and integration of solutions. 4. Understand the organization’s ecosystem, reference architectures and interdependencies. 5. Guide business, technology and data decisions, recommending reuse, sustainability and scalability. 6. Establish and enforce architectural principles, policies and standards. 7. Develop and grow the architecture community, coaching staff on best practices. 8. Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging trends and assess impact. 9. Manage architectural risk, governance and assurance activities. 10. Resolve high‑level conflicts and unblock issues across teams or departments. 11. Liaise with procurement to evaluate suppliers and contractual frameworks. **Required Skills** - Enterprise architecture strategy and vision development. - Influence and stakeholder management across technical and non‑technical audiences. - Communication, mediation and facilitation in complex architectural discussions. - Risk assessment, decision making and governance implementation. - Community building, coaching and knowledge sharing. - Trend analysis, horizon scanning and resilience planning. - Commercial acumen: contract frameworks, supplier selection. - Conflict resolution and problem definition. **Required Education & Certifications** - TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework) certification. - ISEB (Information Systems Examination Board) qualification. - One of the following: ITIL, IT4IT or COBIT certification.

Salisbury or fareham, United kingdom

On site

15-01-2026

Company Name

Parker Shaw

Job Title

Application Packager - Security-cleared

Job Description

Job title: Application Packager – Security Cleared Role Summary: Provide 3rd‑line packaging support for enterprise desktop services. Execute patching, image build cycles, Group Policy deployments, and assist in project and service improvement designs. Expectations: - Secure UK security clearance at application or higher level (mandatory). - 3+ years of desktop application packaging experience. - Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex issues and deliver timely resolutions. Key Responsibilities: - Build and maintain client‑side Win32 application packages using tools such as Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) / System Center Configuration Manager. - Create and update deployment packages for MDT/MECM and SCCM collections. - Perform routine patch and image cycle management, including Green/Blue or Canary releases. - Modify and apply Group Policy objects in line with service requirements. - Provide 3rd‑line technical support, logging, and escalation to resolve incidents escalated from first‑line teams. - Design and document small system or image design projects, incorporating best practices for performance and security. - Participate in continuous service improvement initiatives and audit processes. - Maintain accurate documentation, change management records, and configuration baselines. Required Skills: - Proficiency in MECM/SCCM, MDT, PowerShell scripting, and Windows deployment technologies. - Strong knowledge of enterprise desktop architecture, imaging, and patch management. - Troubleshooting skills for application conflict, package deployment failures, and system errors. - Familiarity with Group Policy, AD environments, and security best practices. - Excellent communication, documentation, and team‑collaboration skills. Required Education & Certifications: - Degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, IT, or related field. - MECM/SCM or equivalent Microsoft certification (e.g., MCITP) preferred. - Security clearance to meet client requirements.

London - on-site, United kingdom

On site

16-03-2026