Enterprise Architect
The advert says the job needs UK security clearance:
“Security clearance (SC) is mandatory because of the need to access restricted data and documents.”
SC clearance usually needs five years of living in the UK, and DV clearance usually needs ten. If you have lived here that long, for example on a Student and then a Graduate visa, you may be able to get it. Most people applying from outside the UK cannot, so the highest likelihood we give this job is Unlikely. Ask Damia Group whether they would sponsor you.
Unlikely
Sponsorship likelihood
The advert asks for security clearance
£90 – £115 / hour
Salary
As advertised by the employer
£54,900
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2133 (100% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £54,900, and Damia Group is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers Most likely code | £38,400 Clears | £43,900 Clears | £49,400 Clears | £54,900 Clears |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Applicant must be UK Born Citizens (Italian or Japanese)
Rate - Open to negotiation
Start - 26th October 2026
Duration - 6 months to start, project likely 3-4 years
Location - Hybrid (2 days per week in Reading once office up and running)
Applicants must hold a Valid SC or DV
Function: Digital Engineering - Synthetics, ITEA & TLS
Job purpose
Enterprise Architect - Synthetics, ITEA & TLS digital engineering is responsible for the integration of the Virtual Environment solution within the whole Digital Engineering environment. This will include all aspects of the architecture i.e. people, process and technology. To ensure the virtual environment solution architecture is optimised to fit the Digital Engineering environment and promote and manage any changes necessary to the overarching Digital Engineering architecture.
Validates the needs of the overarching Digital Engineering stakeholders are met by the virtual environment architecture solutions. This will include, but is not limited to, delivering a Digital Twin and Digital Thread for the wider system engineering team, perform Virtual Testing, Qualification & Certification and Training. The main of the Virtual Testing is to follow the Fail First philosophy in order to discove, as soon as possible, problem during the integration phase (SIL/HIL). Also, ensuring compliance with governance and standards and regulations whilst meeting Secure by Design principles for the whole system lifecycle.
As the focal point for the Virtual Environment architecture, the Enterprise Architect provides expert guidance and consultancy to Product Owners and Delivery Managers across the Digital Engineering team. Seek to Identify and implement opportunities for architecture reuse between the Digital Engineering value streams. Whilst managing Stakeholder expectations and impact on delivery.
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Technology, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- More than 5 years of experience of Enterprise / Business Architecture.
- Industry certifications (e.g. TOGAF, AWS/Azure Architect, CISSP, ArchiMate).
- Demonstrable interest in IT architecture and Virtual Environment Digital Engineering.
Desirable Qualifications
- Microsoft Azure certification.
- Security clearance (SC) is mandatory because of the need to access restricted data and documents. DV clearance is preferred.
** This temporary contract is inside IR35 and will require working under the direction of the client delivery manager as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will follow established delivery processes and working practices.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting at SC/DV level. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, reserved post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.
Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have, or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance
More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here:
United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK **
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Where this offer sits in the market
IT business analysts, architects and systems designers (SOC 2133) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~187k in sample- Middle half £45,136–79,976
- Median £60,216
- Going rate £54,900
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £38,400–49,400
This role's pay (£90 – £115 / hour) isn't directly comparable to the annual national figures above.
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Damia Group holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2133 going rate of £54,900. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.