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.Kisslay@ansonmccade.com, or simply apply!

Reference: AMC/RKI