DV Cleared Network Engineer

Network IT; Crawley; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology recruitment firm is seeking a DV Cleared Network Engineer in the North West for a 3-6 month contract. This hands-on role involves deploying Cisco-based network infrastructure and ensuring compliance with security frameworks. Candidates need to have active DV Clearance and CCNP certification. The position offers a rate of £450 per day with a working pattern of 4 days onsite and 1 day remote.

Qualifications

• Deploy and configure Cisco systems including Catalyst and Firewalls.
• Lead the testing, validation, and commissioning of network solutions.
• Must have active DV Clearance and CCNP certification.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and configure Cisco-based infrastructure for a secure network.
• Lead testing and validation for the network project.
• Implement cybersecurity policies within the network.

Skills

Deploy and configure Cisco-based infrastructure

Lead testing and validation

Implement 802.1X and NAC policies

Align with cybersecurity frameworks

CCNP certification

Active DV Clearance

Tools

Cisco Catalyst

Cisco DNA Center

Cisco ISE

Firewalls

Job description

Job Description

Network IT is currently hiring for a DV Cleared Network Engineer to join our client in the North West on a 3 to 6 month initial contract, supporting the delivery of a secure network project, with Cisco based network infrastructure. This role will be incredibly hands‑on, so we will need your expertise and understanding of network security and compliance in high‑assurance environments.

You will be responsible for deploying and configuring mostly Cisco‑based network infrastructure, including but not limited to Catalyst, DNA Center, ISE, Firewalls, and Meraki.

Role: DV Cleared Network Engineer

Duration: 3-6 Months

Status: Outside IR35

Rate: £450 per day

Location: North West (Lancashire)

Working Pattern: 4 days per week onsite / 1 day remote

Key Skills

• Deploy and configure Cisco-based infrastructure: Catalyst, DNA Center, ISE, Firewalls
• Lead testing, validation, and secure commissioning
• Implement 802.1X, segmentation, and NAC policies
• Align technical delivery with cybersecurity frameworks
• CCNP certified, with design / build / test experience
• Must have an active DV Clearance (due to timescales clearance must be active, and transferable)