Network Designer - Defence Sector - Solihull - £60k - £65k + car allowance + bonus
Location: Solihull (Hybrid)
Salary: £60k - £65k + £6k car allowance + bonus
A global IT consultancy is looking for a Network Designer to join their Defence and National Security practice. You will work closely with a project team to design and implement network solutions that meet the needs of our clients.
Your duties will include:
1. Designing and configuring network architectures using technologies from global vendors such as Cisco and Juniper.
2. Producing high-quality technical documentation for delivery and solution support.
3. Troubleshooting technical issues and ensuring effective handover to service.
4. Supporting project teams in their milestone deliverables.
5. Due to the nature of the end clients, you will need to go through SC Clearance.
To succeed in this role, you will need:
1. Strong technical networking knowledge, including industry-recognized certifications such as Cisco CCNA/CCNP, Juniper JNCIS-ENT, or equivalent.
2. Experience working with routing protocols, virtual routing instances, VPNs, and Security zones.
3. Experience and skills in F5 (including design) is mandatory.
4. Cisco Firepower, Gigamon technology, and configuration automation through Ansible is very desirable.
5. Excellent communication and project management skills, with the ability to work with multiple stakeholders.
In return for your expertise, we offer a comprehensive package, including:
1. 25 days' annual leave plus public holidays (with flexible days to use as you wish).
2. Double-matched pension contributions up to 10%.
3. Life assurance and company-wide incentives.
4. Flexible benefits, including increased holiday time, travel, or dental and critical illness cover.
5. Perks at work, including employee discounts and an employee assistance program.
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