Recruitment Business Partner @ Delt Shared Services Ltd | Inclusive Mindset
Position: Network Architect
Location: Hybrid (expectation to attend Plymouth office a couple of times per month)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Starting from £57,000 p.a. (DOE) plus performance bonus
About Us
Delt Shared Services is a dynamic and innovative IT services provider, working in partnership with organisations across the public sector, including Education, Local Government, and Healthcare. We harness collective buying power to deliver cutting-edge technology solutions that might otherwise be out of reach for public sector organisations.
The Role
As a Network Architect, you will be responsible for designing and implementing enterprise-grade networking solutions across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments. You will work closely with project managers and customer architects to ensure that our networking infrastructure is standardised, simplified, secure, available, flexible, and efficient.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, develop, and implement high-performance network architectures for enterprise and cloud environments.
* Provide technical leadership on network transformation projects.
* Collaborate with customer architects to develop and present technical solutions.
* Conduct network assessments and audits, identifying risks, gaps, and optimisation opportunities.
* Define and document network standards, best practices, and security policies.
* Evaluate and select networking technologies, vendors, and solutions.
* Provide guidance and mentorship to network engineers and operational teams.
* Ensure compliance with security and regulatory requirements.
* Troubleshoot complex networking issues and drive continuous service improvements.
Key Skills & Experience
* Proven experience as a Network Architect or senior-level Network Engineer.
* Strong expertise in network design, implementation, and troubleshooting.
* In-depth experience with enterprise routing using BGP.
* Hands-on experience with routing, switching, firewalls, load balancers, VPNs, and security solutions.
* Extensive knowledge of Cisco, Fortinet, and Meraki.
* Experience with cloud networking (Azure) and hybrid environments is advantageous.
* Familiarity with automation and scripting is beneficial.
* Strong understanding of network security best practices.
* Industry certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, JNCIE, PCNSE, or equivalent are highly desirable.
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Why Join Delt Shared Services?
At Delt, you’ll be part of a company that prioritises people and purpose. We’re proud to foster an environment where employees thrive.
* A Positive Culture: Join a company where collaboration, innovation, and respect are at the core of everything we do.
* Professional Growth: Access to learning and development opportunities to grow your career.
* Work-Life Balance: Flexible working options, 25-days annual leave, buy & sell holiday.
* Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission that makes a real difference in our customers’ lives and communities.
How to Apply
If you’re a passionate Network Architect looking for a new challenge within a dynamic MSP environment, we’d love to hear from you.
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