Job Description
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 more information or to apply, please reach out to:
Contact : George Bates
Phone : 020 7780 6706
Email :
LinkedIn : George Bates | LinkedIn
Network Architect