Solution Architect - ISE

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Solution Architect - ISE -

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Solution Architect - ISE

JOB PURPOSE

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join International systems Engineering (ISE), a BAE Systems majority owned joint venture Company as a Solution Architect The successful individual will be working for a company at the forefront of ISE commitment as part of the economic offset companies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Working across the ISE Functions and Project Teams will offer a challenging and rewarding opportunity to contribute to the development and growth of ISE in KSA.

BAE Systems is the UK Government’s nominated Prime Contractor under the Government-to-Government arrangements that are in place to provide equipment, support and training to Saudi Arabia. We provide maintenance of Royal Saudi Air Force aircraft and train RSAF personnel safely in a training environment in how to use their aircraft, equipment and weapons.

BAE Systems Saudi Arabia is committed to supporting the Saudi Arabian National Agenda including Saudisation and the training and development of Saudi National capability through the growth of the Saudi National Partner Companies thereby reinforcing Industrialisation and Partnerships.

Responsibilities

As a Solution Architect you’ll be working to deliver solution designs and define engineering methods of our client's core mission platforms (typically in compute / storage networking domains), shaping innovative solutions to problems, underpinned by robust delivery and engineering methods to deliver cutting edge capabilities that are not only essential to their business and they’ll love to use. You’ll never get bored, with no two projects being the same, using your experience to assure our deliveries.

Your experience will cover a wide range of software design, infrastructure, delivery methods and engineering approaches, although you won’t be expected to be an expert in them all. Knowing enough to make informed decisions on the best approach to follow is expected, as well as recognising when to use Waterfall vs Agile, PaaS vs IaaS Vs On-prem or proof of concepts vs proven approaches. You’ll be empowered to make decisions but will be part of a community of solution architects and engineers to bounce ideas off and be supported.

We are looking experienced solution architects who have experience :

• Shaping and driving solution thinking for complex bids and delivery engagements (contracts worth SARmillion+, and overall team sizes of more than 20).
• Shaping solution designs following a structured methodology as appropriate to the project.
• Defining system requirements for a software solution to support a scalable and resilient application.
• Overseeing the implementation of the design in collaboration with other team members such as Application, Data and Security Architects.
• Ensuring the design meets key Functional and in particular Non-Functional requirements, enabling through life scenarios of the solution to be satisfied.
• Working with technical design authorities to ensure that they have a clear understanding of architecture and design proposals at an appropriate level.
• Working with Engineering teams to promote good practice in engineering methods, e.g. development, automation and testing.
• Retaining overall ownership of the solution through delivery and transition into operation.
• Directing estimation efforts to develop an understanding of potential solution costs and delivery timescales.

Job Requirements :

Education & Professional Qualifications :

Knowledge & Experience

o Infrastructure : MS Windows Server architecture, Active Directory structures, including DNS, Domain, Account Management, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP), Exchange server, SharePoint, SCOM, SCCM, VMware / ESXi technologies, Windows OS, Linux, Nutanix HCI, Cisco UCS systems, HPE ProLiant DL series servers

o Networking : Layer 2 / 3, EIGRP, DMVPN, VLANs, IP Sub-netting, Data center Networks, Nexus 9k / 7k / 5k) in Cisco, Juniper, Aruba WiFi, SD-WAN, load-balancing, data centre operations, monitoring (i.e. PRTG, SolarWinds) patching and restore of services.

o Security Environments : Paloalto / Juniper Firewalls, McAfee anti-virus, Fire-eye, RSA / SecureID, Pulse secure VPN, Site-to-Site encryption technologies, Cisco Identity Services Engine, logging and analysis tools (e.g. Splunk).

o Cloud Based Solutions : Microsoft Azure, Amazon AWS, Google GCP

o Collaboration Environments : Cisco / Avaya Voice of IP, Skype for Business, MS Teams, MS 365

EXPATRIATE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary, rent free accommodation and access to free recreation facilities, all available within Company secured accommodation. In addition, a generous leave and travel allowance makes this an opportunity not to be missed. On successfully securing a role yourappointment to Saudi Arabia will initially beon single status.On commencement of employment in Saudi Arabia you will have the opportunity to apply to have your family join you inthe future. A full health care scheme is provided within Saudi Arabia.

SAUDI NATIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous leave and travel allowance, a full health care scheme and access to subsidised recreational facilities

ISE

International Systems Engineering (ISE), established in 1988, is part of BAE Systems’ global portfolio. For over 30 years.

International System Engineering (ISE) is a trusted provider in delivering secure mission-critical solutions, services and cutting-edge technologies. ISE products portfolio includes Cybersecurity, Secure Infrastructure / Cloud Management, Secure Network & Domain Management, Application Support & Development, End User Computing & Support, and IT Service Management.

Aligned with the Kingdom’s national objectives, ISE is committed to investing in local talent, advanced technologies, and strong partnerships with both international and local suppliers. Our efforts continues to grow in line with Saudi Vision 2030 in improving national capabilities in high technology areas and contribute to building a highly skilled, inclusive, and future-ready team.

All appointments in Saudi Arabia are subject to receipt of all necessary Government and / or Customer approvals. If you are Ex-military, you MUST submit your end of service certificate with your application.

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