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Frontier Resourcing

Infrastructure Architect

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Bristol, United kingdom

Freelance

20-02-2026

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Skills

Networking Architecture Azure cloud platforms

Job Specifications

Infrastructure/ Technical Architect (Defence)

6 Month Initial Contract (Rolling)

Active SC Clearance Required

My client is a high-tech defence organisation based in Bristol. We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Architect to support secure, high-assurance programmes.

The Role

This is a hands on Infrastructure/ Technical Architecture position focused on the design of secure on-premise and cloud-based environments within a defence setting.

You will play a key role in shaping and governing infrastructure solutions across secure infrastructure, ensuring compliance with defence standards and security frameworks.

Essential Experience

Proven experience within MoD or Defence environments
Experience working in a DEFSTAN 05-138 compliant environment & have some awareness of JSP 440
Awareness of Secure by Design (SbD) principles
Strong IT Infrastructure & Network background (infrastructure led focus)

Technical Experience

Demonstrable experience across:

Enterprise storage solutions
Secure networking environments
Cloud platforms (preferably Microsoft / Azure)
Endpoint configuration & deployment
On-premise and cloud-based infrastructure design

Candidate Requirements

Active SC Clearance (essential – no sponsorship available)
Sole British National
Available to work 4 days per week onsite in Bristol

This is an excellent opportunity to join a cutting-edge defence programme, working on secure, mission-critical infrastructure within a highly technical team.

If you meet the clearance and experience requirements and are available for contract work, we will welcome your application.

About the Company

Everything we do at Frontier Resourcing is about partnering you with the best talent. We do this thanks to our skills, our knowledge and being able to provide clear and innovative solutions to your hiring. Our purpose is ultimately delivering talent solutions that improves your business. Discover how a partnership with Frontier Resourcing will allow you to build effective teams that drive successful change. Get in touch today - info@frontierresourcing.com Know more