Please note this advert is only open to redeployees at risk of redundancy. This advert officially closed to all internal and external candidates on 04/01/2026
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Technical Architect to join our Enterprise Architecture team within the collaborated Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire (BCH) ICT Department. This is an exciting role, often looking at the newest software and technology.
Working with the Principal Architects, you will assist in the design and implementation of new secure and resilient technical architectures for major change initiatives to support front-line policing, as well as regional and national software solutions.
You would do this by creating target architecture designs which align to customer’s business requirements, taking account of the target environments, processes, performance requirements, existing systems and services as well as any potential security related aspects. You will also provide advice and guidance to non-Enterprise Architecture delivered initiatives, acting as a consultant to local technical managers on more complex initiatives to ensure that overarching architectural principles are reflected in the designs.
Join the exciting and dynamic world of policing and contribute towards making Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire a safer place. There are many benefits to working within the BCH ICT Department, including a competitive salary, agile working arrangements, flexible working, a public sector local government pension scheme and access to onsite gymnasiums at HQ sites. In ICT we recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workforce.
The successful candidate should have the following skills and experience:
- Knowledge of a wide range of technologies and a self-motivated desire to learn more
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to work as part of a team, or to work on your own initiative
- Proven record in technology, network or application architecture planning, design and implementation including systems integration work
There is flexibility within this role for hybrid working, and you may choose your base working location from the three Headquarters sites within BCH: Kempston, Huntingdon or Welwyn Garden City.
You will be required to pass appropriate vetting requirements and to work across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire, attend meetings (BCH & regionally) and to liaise and work with staff in different locations, therefore the ability to travel is essential.
For further information about the role please contact Stuart Luff via stuart.luff@herts.police.uk
Additional Advert Information
All internal applicants must have successfully completed their probationary period to apply for this role.
Please note - If you qualify as an internal candidate for this role with the force that is advertising then Internal applicants can upload either a CV or the internal role summary form attached to the advert.
Please be advised that as part of the Vetting Process the BCH Vetting Unit may be required to contact your current line manager for a Supervisor Appraisal. This is in line with the 2025 National Guidelines for Vetting (APP 6.5.18). Please see examples below of when this would be a necessary requirement:
- When an individual is applying to transfer forces
- When an individual is having their vetting renewed
- When an individual is moving into a role that needs MV clearance, even if they are already in a role that requires MV
- When an individual is moving into or already in a role working closely with vulnerable individuals
If any of the above relate to your circumstances, then please expect that your current line manager will be contacted for a Supervisor Appraisal at the point of submitting your vetting application.
This vacancy is live to those at risk of redundancy and will remain open to redeployees until a final offer has been agreed with a successful candidate and accepted by them.
Redeployees at risk of redundancy will take priority over all other applicants at any point during the recruitment process. If a redeployee does apply and is successful, they will remain on their home force’s terms and conditions.
It is recommended that you download and store a copy of the role profile as this will no longer be available once the advert has closed.
As a Disability Confident leader, we take personal responsibility to help create an inclusive workplace, where police officers and staff respect one another, feel valued for their differences and can be themselves. We are committed to providing workplace adjustments, wherever needed so everyone feels welcome and can flourish. If you have a disability and you meet the minimum criteria for the position you are applying for, you will be entitled to an interview under the ‘Offer an Interview Scheme’
