The IT Architecture Expert will play a key role in designing, evaluating, and improving complex technology solutions aligned with business objectives and organizational needs.
Responsibilities
Design and develop comprehensive IT architecture solutions, producing detailed architectural models and technical documentation
Evaluate business needs, operational requirements, and relevant IT data to identify opportunities for business value creation
Review existing system architectures and collaborate with technical teams to identify weaknesses, assess dependencies, and recommend improvements
Assess the compatibility, integration capabilities, and technical specifications of different products, services, and architectural components
Serves as a trusted advisor, executive storyteller, and thought leadership partner, responsible for developing compelling executive content, technology narratives, market insights, research, and strategic communications that support the CIO's internal leadership responsibilities and external industry presence.
Responsibilities
Serve as the CIO's strategic research and thought leadership partner, providing insights into emerging technologies, industry trends, competitive positioning, and market developments.
Conduct secondary research and analysis across key technology domains including Artificial Intelligence & Generative AI, Agentic AI & Intelligent Automation, Cloud Computing & Hyperscalers, Cybersecurity & Digital Trust, Enterprise Platforms & SaaS, Digital Engineering, Data & Analytics, Technology Operating Models, and Industry-Specific Technology Trends.
Synthesize complex information into actionable insights and executive recommendations.
Develop executive-level points of view (POVs), opinion papers, strategic narratives, executive briefs, and recommendation memos for the CIO and Technology Leadership Team.
Develop high-impact executive content for internal and external audiences on behalf of the CIO, including Thought Leadership Articles, Whitepapers, Executive Briefs, Industry Perspectives, Keynote Presentations, CIO Messages and Communications, Customer-Facing Content, Executive Blogs, Strategic Position Papers, and Technology Vision Documents.
The Lead Technology Architect is a pivotal role within the Digital Architecture team, responsible for shaping strategy and providing architectural leadership across Southern Water’s IT and OT technology domains.
Locations (2)
Durrington, West Sussex, United Kingdom
Worthing, West Sussex, United Kingdom
Responsibilities
Shaping and governing Southern Water’s core technology landscape across infrastructure, cloud, networking, security, operational technology and data
Defining and evolving infrastructure patterns and domain roadmaps, including hybrid cloud, identity management, endpoint management, and virtualisation
Providing architectural oversight across foundational platforms and infrastructure services
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and cost-effective solutions
Influencing strategic decisions through governance forums and design authority
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Communications, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Journalism, Marketing, or a related discipline
MBA, Master's Degree, or equivalent advanced education preferred
Nice to have: Superior PowerPoint presentation development and visual storytelling skills
Nice to have: Strong research, analytical, synthesis, and critical thinking abilities
Nice to have: Ability to translate complex technical topics into compelling business narratives
