Whitehall Resources require a SAS Technical Architect with active SC clearance to work with a key client on a 6 month initial contract.
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This role will involve on site work in Shropshire 2 days per week.
Active SC clearance required.
SAS Technical Architect – SC Cleared
We are seeking an experienced SAS Technical Architect to lead the design and delivery of enterprise-scale analytics solutions using the SAS toolset, with a strong focus on SAS Viya 4 architecture.
The role will be responsible for defining end-to-end technical architecture, supporting migration from legacy SAS platforms, and ensuring alignment with enterprise cloud and data strategies.
This role is critical to supporting large-scale transformation programmes involving migration of SAS 9.4 / Viya 3.5 estates to Viya 4 platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and own the end-to-end SAS architecture, ensuring alignment with programme and enterprise strategy.
- Design scalable, secure, and high-performing SAS Viya 4 solutions across cloud environments (AWS/Azure).
- Lead architecture reviews, governance gates, and design approvals.
- Architect and implement SAS Viya 4 environments, including:
- CAS (Cloud Analytic Services)
- SAS Studio, Visual Analytics, and Model Studio
- Define deployment patterns using containerised environments (Kubernetes) for Viya 4.
- Ensure alignment with platform strategies (e.g. DPS / Minerva).
Migration & Transformation
- Lead migration of SAS 9.4 / Viya 3.5 workloads to Viya 4, including:
- Data integration flows
- Analytical models and reporting
- Configuration and scheduling
- Code migration and refactoring
- Data validation and reconciliation
- Performance optimisation
- Support transformation of legacy solutions to modern, cloud-native patterns.
Technical Leadership
- Provide technical leadership to data engineers, developers, and testers.
- CI/CD integration
- DevOps practices
- Automation and deployment pipelines
- Collaborate with architects, engineering teams, and SMEs across suppliers.
Governance & Stakeholder Management
- Present solutions to senior stakeholders (client and internal).
- Ensure compliance with:
- Security and data governance standards
- Support commercial and delivery teams with estimation and solutioning.
Key Skills & Experience
- Strong experience in SAS architecture and technical design
- Proven delivery experience with SAS Viya 4 platforms
- Deep knowledge of SAS toolset, including:
- SAS DI / Data Integration
- SAS Visual Analytics
- SAS Studio / Enterprise Guide
- Experience with Kubernetes / containerised deployments for Viya 4
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
- Experience integrating SAS with:
- Airflow or alternative schedulers
- Understanding of data security and access models
- Experience in public sector / regulated environments
Qualifications
- Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
- SAS certifications (Viya / Advanced Analytics) preferred
Key Behaviours
- Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
- Ability to operate at both strategic architecture level and hands‑on design
- Analytical mindset with a focus on quality and delivery
- Collaborative approach across multi-supplier environments
Typical Deliverables
- SAS Viya 4 deployment and configuration designs
- Migration strategies and runbooks
- Governance artefacts and technical assurance inputs
Reporting Line
- Typically reports to Programme / Delivery Architect or Engagement Manager
- Works closely with:
- Technical Architects
- Client architecture teams
Context
- Migration of legacy SAS estates to Viya 4 cloud platforms is a key focus
- Solutions align to enterprise platforms such as Minerva / DPS
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