DV Cleared Network Engineer

Network IT; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading tech consulting firm is hiring a DV Cleared Network Engineer to support a secure network project in the North West. The role involves deploying Cisco-based infrastructure, including Catalyst and Firewalls, and ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards. Candidates must have active DV clearance and CCNP certification. This is a hands-on role with a contract length of 3 to 6 months, offering a rate of £450 per day. The working pattern involves 4 days onsite and 1 day remote.

Qualifications

• Experience deploying and configuring Cisco-based infrastructure, including Catalyst and Firewalls.
• Skills in testing, validation, and commissioning of network systems.
• Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and NAC policies.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and configure Cisco-based network infrastructure.
• Lead testing and secure commissioning of network projects.
• Implement network security policies in compliance with standards.

Skills

Deploy and configure Cisco-based infrastructure

Lead testing, validation, and secure commissioning

Implement 802.1X, segmentation, and NAC policies

Align technical delivery with cybersecurity frameworks

CCNP certified

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)