DV Cleared Network Engineer

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency is actively seeking a DV Cleared Network Engineer to support a secure network project in Lancashire. This hands-on role involves deploying and configuring Cisco-based infrastructure such as Catalyst and Firewalls. The ideal candidate must have CCNP certification and active DV Clearance, and will work primarily onsite with some remote flexibility. Excellent troubleshooting and compliance knowledge in high-assurance environments are essential.

Qualifications

• Expertise in deploying and configuring Cisco-based network infrastructure.
• Active DV Clearance is mandatory.
• Experience with network security and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and configure Cisco-based infrastructure including Firewalls.
• Lead testing, validation, and secure commissioning.

Skills

Deploy Cisco-based infrastructure

Lead testing and validation

Implement 802.1X and NAC policies

Align delivery with cybersecurity frameworks

CCNP certified

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)