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We are accepting CVs for this position so it’s easier than ever to apply!Exciting things are happening within the Digital Services Team at Derbyshire County Council and we’re looking for a Principal SolutionsArchitect to join our Strategy and Architecture team.A major review of our organisation and strategies has been completed and we have invested in new tools to support a comprehensive and innovative Digital Services transformation programme, to support the delivery of key services to the citizens and communities of Derbyshire. This role will be pivotal in helping us deliver our transformation programme, as a key post within the Digital Services, Strategy and Architecture function.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has significant experience of managing Solution Architecture practice at, managing and delivering change and who really wants to make a difference.Key Responsibilities of this role are:<ul><li>Manage the Solutions Architecture Service area and ensure the availability of IT systems, solutions and data that meet the business requirements across the Council</li><li>Be responsible for managing and mentoring a small team of Solutions Architects </li><li>Provide professional expertise and knowledge within the Enterprise Architecture Service Area enabling Digital Services to provide pro-active and agile services</li><li>Take active part in the Architecture Governance process to ensure solution compliance with the relevant Architecture Principles, roadmaps and technology standards</li><li>Support multiple IT and business teams, finding and using best practice and emerging technologies </li><li>Be responsible for solving complex and high-risk issues and delivering architecture design documentation</li><li>Provide expert advice and support to a range of stakeholders regarding Digital services, ensuring customer requirements are met and best value for money is obtained for the Council</li></ul> What skills and experience do you need to have?<ul><li>Proven experience of managing a Solutions Architecture function in a large complex organisation</li><li>Proven experience of managing, motivating and continually developing staff to deliver strong performance</li><li>Provision of accurate financial and technical information</li><li>Contributing to development of technology roadmaps that are in line with business strategies and business capability model</li><li>Extensive knowledge of Enterprise Architecture and Solutions Architecture principles and concepts</li><li>Knowledge of datacentre and cloud-based reference architectures, capabilities, tools and technologies enabling design decisions</li><li>Experience in evaluating, selecting and onboarding architecture tools (LeanIX is preferred)</li></ul>What we offer you:<ul><li>27 days of annual leave plus another 5 once you reach 5 years of continuous service</li><li>Flexi time, allowing up to an additional 2 days of leave per month</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme</li><li>Guaranteed incremental annual pay increases</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>A supportive working environment</li><li>Commitment and investment in your continuing professional development. </li><li>Discounts at selected county leisure centres</li><li>and much <a href="https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/working-for-us/reward-and-recognition/reward-and-recognition.aspx" target="_blank">more</a>!</li></ul>Our Digital Services Team is contractually based in Matlock, Derbyshire, but we work on a hybrid basis.Derbyshire County Council is going through a period of positive development and transformation so it’s a great time to join and drive change.We’re recruiting to a number of roles within our Digital Services Team, for information about the other opportunities that we have available simple click here: <a href="https://jobs.derbyshire.gov.uk/SearchResults.aspx?ocg=797" target="_blank">Derbyshire - Jobs and careers</a>If you're passionate about Solution Architecture and are ready to revolutionise the way Derbyshire County Council operates in the digital era then we would love to hear from you.If you would like to discuss the role further, please contact <a href="mailto:Yuriy.Slobodyuk@derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Yuriy.Slobodyuk@derbyshire.gov.uk</a>Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to contribute to the digital revolution at Derbyshire County Council. Apply now and be at the forefront of shaping the future.Derbyshire County Council is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities.Provisional Interview Dates either week commencing 1st December or week commencing 8th December 2025. DIGITAL2025Due to this post having administrative privileges within the Council’s IT systems, and in order to comply with the Public Services Network requirements, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Basic criminal record check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank"> Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CST1We are accepting CVs for this position so it’s easier than ever to apply! Just click on “Apply for this job”, register and upload your CV.This role currently offers hybrid working options which will be to subject service needs, there'll be an opportunity to discuss working arrangements for this position at interview.Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

Derbyshire County Council

Principal Solution Architect

We are accepting CVs for this position so it’s easier than ever to apply!Exciting things are happening within the Digital Services Team at Derbyshire County Council and we’re looking for a Principal Security Architectto join our Strategy and Architecture team.A major review of our organisation and strategies has been completed and we have invested in new tools to support a comprehensive and innovative Digital Services transformation programme, to support the delivery of key services to the citizens and communities of Derbyshire. This role will be pivotal in helping us deliver our transformation programme, as a key post within the Digital Services, Strategy and Architecture function.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has significant experience of operating at a medium level in a large Digital Services environment, managing and delivering change and who really wants to make a difference.Key Responsibilities of this role are:<ul><li>Manage the IT Security Service area and ensure the availability and protection of IT systems</li><li>Own, maintain and develop the Council’s Cyber Security Strategy</li><li>Recommend security design across business projects or technologies, up to an organisational or inter-organisational level </li><li>Be a recognised expert and demonstrate this expertise by solving unprecedented issues and problems </li><li>Communicate with a broad range of senior stakeholders and be responsible for defining the vision, principles and strategy for security architects </li><li>Research, identify, validate and adopt new technologies and methodologies in Security Architecture</li><li>Provide professional expertise and knowledge within the Enterprise Architecture Service Area enabling the IT Service to provide pro-active and agile services</li></ul>What skills and experience do you need to have?<ul><li>Substantial experience of managing an IT Security function in a large complex organisation</li><li>Proven experience of managing, motivating and continually developing staff to deliver strong performance</li><li>Ensuring effective IT Security systems and procedures are in place for the Council</li><li>Operating at a senior level in a large IT Service environment, managing and delivering change</li><li>Advising non IT colleagues and presenting clear accessible reports/business cases for senior managers and elected members</li><li>Ensuring effective IT Security practices are appropriately architected, designed and approved for adoption</li></ul>What we offer you:<ul><li>27 days of annual leave plus another 5 once you reach 5 years of continuous service</li><li>Flexi time, allowing up to an additional 2 days of leave per month</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme</li><li>Guaranteed incremental annual pay increases</li><li>Cycle to work &amp; hybrid/electric car salary sacrifice schemes</li><li>A supportive working environment</li><li>Commitment and investment in your continuing professional development. </li><li>Discounts at selected county leisure centres</li><li>and much <a href="https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/working-for-us/reward-and-recognition/reward-and-recognition.aspx" target="_blank">more</a>!</li></ul>Our Digital Services Team is contractually based in Matlock, Derbyshire, but we work on a hybrid basis.Derbyshire County Council is going through a period of positive development and transformation so it’s a great time to join and drive change.We’re recruiting to a number of roles within our Digital Services Team, for information about the other opportunities that we have available simple If you're passionate about Security and are ready to revolutionise the way Derbyshire County Council operates in the digital era then we would love to hear from you.If you would like to discuss the role further, please contact <a href="mailto:Yuriy.Slobodyuk@derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Yuriy.Slobodyuk@derbyshire.gov.uk</a>Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to contribute to the digital revolution at Derbyshire County Council. Apply now and be at the forefront of shaping the future!Derbyshire County Council is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities.Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 1st or 8th December 2025DIGITAL2025Due to this post having administrative privileges within the Council’s IT systems, and in order to comply with the Public Services Network requirements, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Basic criminal record check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank"> Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CST1We are accepting CVs for this position so it’s easier than ever to apply! Just click on “Apply for this job”, register and upload your CV.This role currently offers hybrid working options which will be to subject service needs, there'll be an opportunity to discuss working arrangements for this position at interview.We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

Principal Security Architect

We are accepting CVs for this position so it’s easier than ever to apply!Exciting things are happening within the Digital Services Team at Derbyshire County Council and we’re looking for a Principal Data Architect to join our Strategy and Architecture team.A major review of our organisation and strategies has been completed and we have invested in new tools to support a comprehensive and innovative Digital Services transformation programme, to support the delivery of key services to the citizens and communities of Derbyshire. This role will be pivotal in helping us deliver our transformation programme, as a key post within the Digital Services, Strategy and Architecture function. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has significant experience of managing Data Architecture and delivering change and who really wants to make a difference.Key Responsibilities of this role are:Based within a dynamic and challenging environment, you will be working in several key areas including:<ul><li>Overseeing the design of multiple data models and have a broad understanding of how each model fulfils the needs of the organisation </li><li>Being accountable for creation and implementation of the Council’s data strategy </li><li>Championing data architecture both internally and through collaborating and communicating at the most senior levels across the Council</li><li>Setting the standards and ways of working for the data architecture community </li><li>Providing advice to project teams and oversee the management of the full data product life cycle</li><li>Taking an active role in Architecture Governance process to ensure that the organisation’s systems are designed in accordance with the enterprise data architecture </li><li>Providing expert advice and support to a range of stakeholders regarding ICT services, ensuring customer requirements are met and best value for money is obtained for the Council</li></ul>What skills and experience do you need to have ?<ul><li>Substantial experience of managing an ICT Data Management function in a large complex organisation</li><li>Operating at a senior level in a large ICT Service environment, managing and delivering change</li><li>Proven experience of managing, motivating and continually developing staff to deliver strong performance</li><li>Advising non ICT colleagues and presenting clear accessible reports/business cases for senior managers and elected members.</li><li>Ensuring effective Data Management strategies and practices are in place for the organisation</li><li>Experience in evaluating, selecting and onboarding architecture tools (LeanIX is preferred)</li></ul>What we offer you:<ul><li>27 days of annual leave plus another 5 once you reach 5 years of continuous service</li><li>Flexi time, allowing up to an additional 2 days of leave per month</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme</li><li>Guaranteed incremental annual pay increases</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>A supportive working environment</li><li>Commitment and investment in your continuing professional development. </li><li>Discounts at selected county leisure centres</li><li>and much <a href="https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/working-for-us/reward-and-recognition/reward-and-recognition.aspx" target="_blank">more</a>!</li></ul>Our Digital Services Team is contractually based in Matlock, Derbyshire, but we work on a hybrid basis.Derbyshire County Council is going through a period of positive development and transformation so it’s a great time to join and drive change.We’re recruiting to a number of roles within our Digital Services Team, for information about the other opportunities that we have available simple click here: <a href="https://bit.ly/4qT2CAA" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/4qT2CAA</a>If you're passionate about Data and are ready to revolutionise the way Derbyshire County Council operates in the digital era then we would love to hear from you.If you would like to discuss the role further, please contact <a href="mailto:Yuriy.Slobodyuk@derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Yuriy.Slobodyuk@derbyshire.gov.uk</a>Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to contribute to the digital revolution at Derbyshire County Council. Apply now and be at the forefront of shaping the future!Derbyshire County Council is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities.Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 1st or 8th December 2025DIGITAL20205Due to this post having administrative privileges within the Council’s IT systems, and in order to comply with the Public Services Network requirements, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Basic criminal record check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank"> Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CST1We are accepting CVs for this position so it’s easier than ever to apply! Just click on “Apply for this job”, register and upload your CV.This role currently offers hybrid working options which will be to subject service needs, there'll be an opportunity to discuss working arrangements for this position at interview.Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

Principal Data Architect

Making Derbyshire digital is one of the most exciting system modernisationprojects in the industry. It has the potential to transform the way Derbyshire County Council operates and delivers services – and the killer fact is that the replacement cycle for our legacy systems mean that our new Director of Digital will be able to design and build a truly cutting-edge, future-facing platform. It’s a million miles from clumsy bolt-on upgrades or long, circular conversations with SaaS providers about modifications: an opportunity not to be missed.You’ll be the Council’s lead on Digital, Data and Technology infrastructure and software, ensuring that our systems support the effective delivery of all services. It’s much more than a service management role, we have committed to a major modernisation programme, and you’ll be the strategic visionary who designs it, as well as the technical architect and project lead who makes it happen. Overseeing four teams (Strategy and Architecture, Business Support, Continuous Improvement, and Service management) you’ll develop both robust capacity, and a culture of continual improvement that’s rooted in a user-centric philosophy.Candidates must have extensive experience of leading a diverse range of ICT disciplines in a large and complex organisation. It’s essential that you have a track record of establishing a mandate for change, and engaging colleagues to join you on the journey. Politically astute, with a nuanced understanding of how to drive change in a democratic and unionised environment, you’ll derive enormous satisfaction from seeing your hard work turn into improved performance, outcomes and reputation.Ready to take the next step? You can’t apply directly here, but our advising consultants at Faerfield are here to help. Contact them to apply, explore the role in detail, or have a confidential chat about your future.Please contact Dawn Faulkner at <a href="mailto:dfaulkner@faerfield.co.uk" target="_blank">dfaulkner@faerfield.co.uk</a>or call 0121 312 3755Please visit their website:<a href="https://faerfield.co.uk/jobs/permanent-roles/welcome-to-dcc/current-opportunities/director-of-digital" target="_blank">Director of Digital :: Faerfield Ltd</a> for full detailsYour next opportunity could start with one conversation - reach out today!Closing Date: Wednesday 26th November 2025This post is designated in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 as a Politically Restricted Post. The successful candidate will therefore be disqualified from: (a) Becoming or remaining a Member of a local authority (excluding town or parish councils); or (b) Standing as a candidate for election as a Member of the House of Commons or the European Parliament (c) Acting as an election agent (d) Acting as an official of a political party, (e) Canvassing on behalf of a political party or individual (f) Publishing material or addressing the public in support of a political party.Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CST1This role currently offers hybrid working options which will be to subject service needs, there'll be an opportunity to discuss working arrangements for this position at interview.We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

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