Overview

Network Architect – A leading consultancy is seeking a Network Architect with experience in large client outsourcing service environments. The role involves architecting, designing, and implementing robust network solutions within client-facing project teams. Starting ASAP, with a salary up to £95,000 per annum. Location: UK Wide. Contract Type: Permanent.

Responsibilities

• Design, evaluate, and provide technical reviews for major network installations.
• Lead implementation activities, client support, and projects.
• Contribute to transitions, due diligence exercises, and the development of new business solutions.
• Provide overall network technical strategy and leadership for clients, projects, or bids.
• Review client network infrastructures and propose options for improvements.
• Work under deadlines and drive complex network proposals to conclusion.

Qualifications

• Expert-level knowledge of IP, Ethernet, routing, and switching within LAN/WAN/Data Centre/Public Cloud environments.
• Practical experience in implementing Cisco ACI is essential.
• Familiarity with Software Defined Networking (Cisco MSO, NAE, ACI Anywhere), SD-WAN (Cisco VManage), SD-Access (DNAC, APIC EM, Cisco ISE), Automation/Orchestration (Terraform, Ansible, Python, JSON, APIs), Security products (Firewalls), VMware NSX, and other NFV products.
• Additional experience with load balancers, hardware proxy devices, IDS/AV, and Voice technologies is desirable.
• Experience with vendors such as Cisco, F5, Blue Coat, FortiGate, Check Point, and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud) is a plus.

Security clearance

To successfully join our client’s team, it is essential to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance. This requires continuous residency in the UK for the past 5 years, among other eligibility criteria. Please be prepared to discuss your security clearance during the recruitment process.