Network Architect

Network Architect Industry : Defence/National Security Location : Solihull - Hybrid Onsite : 1-3 days per week The Opportunity : For over 50 years, the Ministry of Defence has partnered with this Firm to drive value and innovation across its strategic technology investments. As a WAN Network Architect, you’ll join a talented multidiscipline engineering team in building and maintaining critical network infrastructure for the MoD. The Role : As Networking Technical Lead, you will be responsible for network design, producing configuration documentation, and conducting governance reviews. Additionally, you will provide hands-on support for technical configuration, implementation, and service handover processes. Essential Requirements : • Sole British UK National holding SC or DV (Developed Vetting) clearance. • 10 years in networking, with at least 3 years in a design or architect role; suitable for Network Design Engineers transitioning to architecture. • Proven experience with Cisco and Juniper technologies, with the ability to produce comprehensive high and low-level design documentation. • Strong networking knowledge supported by certifications such as CCNA, CCNP (Cisco), and JNCIS-ENT (Juniper). • Expertise in WAN routing protocols (MPLS, BGP, IS-IS) and knowledge of IPsec, GRE, and encryption. • Familiarity with Juniper products (SRX, MX) and JUNOS OS, along with extensive experience in LAN switching (Juniper EX and Cisco switches). • Demonstrated network operations, troubleshooting abilities, and understanding of the networking service lifecycle from requirements to implementation. • Effective in customer-facing roles, including meetings and documentation reviews, with the capability to manage security services and ensure smooth transitions to operations. Benefits Package : • Base Salary: Up to £70,000 • DV Bonus: 10% - If holding DV • Annual Bonus: 10% • Car Allowance: £6,000 • Pension: 10% Double matching contributions • Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Cover • Annual Leave: 25 days plus Public Holidays • Life Assurance: 2x salary life assurance • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): Virtual GP services • L&D: Elite training programs and opportunities to gain professional certifications For further information, feel free to reach me at Rick.Kisslayansonmccade.com, or simply apply Reference: AMC/RKI