DV Cleared Network Engineer

Network IT; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT recruitment agency is seeking a DV Cleared Network Engineer for a secure network project in North West England. In this role, you will deploy and configure Cisco-based network infrastructure, ensuring compliance with security frameworks. Successful candidates will have CCNP certification and an active DV Clearance. This 4-days on-site and 1-day remote contract spans 3 to 6 months with a rate of £450 per day.

Qualifications

• CCNP certification and transferable active DV Clearance are a must.
• Hands-on experience in deploying Cisco-based network infrastructure.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks essential.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and configure mostly Cisco-based network infrastructure.
• Lead testing, validation, and secure commissioning of network components.
• Implement security policies such as 802.1X and NAC.

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

Active DV Clearance

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)