Lead Cloud Architect Location: Basingstoke – Hybrid working negotiable Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: Up to £94,000 Clearance: sole British national (DV clearable) The Opportunity: Are you a seasoned Cloud Architect ready to make an impact in national security and defence? This is your chance to take a leading role in designing and delivering cutting-edge cloud solutions that matter. You’ll work in a collaborative, multi-skilled Agile team where innovation, transformation, and shared challenges are part of daily life. This is a senior technical opportunity to shape cloud strategy and delivery across mission-critical programmes, while mentoring others and remaining at the forefront of technology and best practice. The Role: As a Lead Cloud Architect, you will be a key figure in the delivery of public and private cloud solutions, working closely with stakeholders across infrastructure, applications, and security teams. You will: • Design innovative cloud solutions across AWS, Azure, GCP, or OCI tailored to customer needs, including high-security environments. • Lead or contribute to bid responses and customer negotiations. • Provide consultancy on cloud transformation, adoption, and migration strategies. • Mentor internal teams on cloud technologies and architecture. • Support testing and resolution of complex technical issues. • Produce and maintain automation scripts, documentation, architectural diagrams, and technical guides. • Stay current with emerging technologies, trends, and best practices to drive continuous innovation. Essential Requirements: • Proven experience designing and managing complex cloud solutions across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS. • Proficient in Infrastructure as Code and scripting tools for automated deployment and configuration. • Knowledge of security frameworks and standards applicable to cloud environments. • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. • Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences. • Relevant cloud certifications are highly desirable. • Ability to work on-site in Basingstoke and at customer locations when required. • Eligibility for high-level UK security vetting. Benefits: • Salary – Up to £94,000 package • Opportunity to work on nationally significant, mission-critical programmes. • Hybrid working arrangements (with some flexibility based on project needs). • Career progression and learning support, including mentoring opportunities. • Dynamic and inclusive work culture focused on innovation and impact. If you are interested, please apply below or contact me directly Contact: 02077806706 Email: shay.campbell@anson.mccade.com LinkedIn: Shay Campbell | LinkedIn AMC/SCA/LCA Lead Cloud Architect