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Network Architect

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Job Description Network Architect - Defence Sector Location:

Birmingham (Hybrid Working Options) Salary:

Up to £78,000 + 15% Bonus + £6,000 Car Allowance + 10% DV Allowance Total Package:

Up to £103,500 Security Clearance:

Candidates must be eligible for

SC and DV clearance The Opportunity Join a cutting-edge programme at the forefront of security. We're looking for a

Network Architect

to lead the design and support of secure, complex network infrastructure for a major defence project. You'll play a critical role in supporting Programme and Project Managers, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and fit for purpose, while working with some of the most advanced technologies in the industry. What You'll Be Doing

Leading the creation of

High-Level and Low-Level Designs

(HLDs/LLDs) across a range of platforms and technologies.

Supporting the

Lead Architect and Deputy CTO

to define and refine network designs across work streams.

Collaborating with

Network Design Engineers

and

Support Engineers

to resolve delivery and operational challenges.

Designing and supporting components including: Cisco FMC, SSM, FTD

Juniper (WAN, LAN, SRX, EX)

Gigamon HC1/GigaVUE FM

Endace, NTP, Data Centre Firewalls & LAN

Ensuring all designs meet governance, security, and operational standards.

Supporting customer reports and technical documentation as needed.

What You'll Bring

Experience working on overseas infrastructure

and secure environments.

Demonstrable experience in

network architecture

using technologies from major vendors (eg Cisco, Juniper, Gigamon).

Strong knowledge of: Routing protocols ,

virtual routing instances ,

VPNs ,

QoS , and

security zones/policies .

High availability solutions

and troubleshooting complex network issues.

Experience with

IP Addressing schemes , network configuration, and life cycle support.

Familiarity with

requirements management tools

and processes.

Excellent communication skills - able to liaise with technical and non-technical teams alike.

Vendor certifications

(eg, Cisco, Juniper) are highly desirable.

Clearance Requirements Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be

eligible and willing to undergo SC and DV clearance . Why Join?

Be part of a high-impact defence programme making a difference to security.

Work with advanced, enterprise-grade technologies.

Competitive salary and one of the best overall packages in the sector.

Apply now

to take the next step in your network architecture career.

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