Cleared Network Engineer

TXP; Old Warren; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Reading is seeking multiple Network Engineers to support a high-security programme. Candidates must have Active DV Clearance and strong hands-on experience with Palo Alto, Juniper, and Cisco ISE technologies. The role involves designing, implementing, and supporting secure network solutions while working in a sensitive environment. Ideal for experienced professionals, this position offers an attractive daily rate and a prominent role within a dynamic engineering team.

Qualifications

• Active DV Clearance (Developed Vetting).
• Strong hands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls.
• Practical knowledge of Juniper routing and switching platforms.
• Experience with Cisco ISE in secure enterprise environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support secure network solutions across complex environments.
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Palo Alto firewalls.
• Support and maintain Juniper networks.
• Administer and optimise Cisco ISE for network access control.
• Perform network performance analysis and diagnostics.
• Maintain documentation and network diagrams.

Skills

Palo Alto Networks firewalls

Juniper routing and switching platforms

Cisco ISE

Network security principles

Job description

NETWORK ENGINEER x3

£550 - £600 per day Inside IR35

Location - Reading, 5 days per week On-Site

Clearance Level Required - Developed Vetting (DV)

About the Role

We are recruiting multiple DV Cleared Network Engineers to support a high‑security programme based onsite in Reading. These roles are ideal for experienced network professionals with strong hands‑on capability in Palo Alto, Juniper, and Cisco ISE technologies. You will be joining a dynamic engineering team working on secure, business‑critical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support secure network solutions across complex environments.
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Palo Alto firewalls, including security policies and Panorama management.
• Support and maintain Juniper networks, including routing, switching, and security appliances.
• Administer and optimise Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for network access control.
• Perform network performance analysis, diagnostics, and problem resolution.
• Maintain documentation, network diagrams, and configuration standards.
• Work collaboratively with security, infrastructure, and programme teams in a high‑security setting.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Active DV Clearance (Developed Vetting).
• Strong hands‑on experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls.
• Practical knowledge of Juniper routing and switching platforms.
• Experience with Cisco ISE in secure enterprise environments.
• Solid understanding of network security principles, protocols, and best practices.
• Ability to work onsite within a sensitive, high‑security environment