DV Cleared Network Engineer

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

Job summary

A technology services provider is seeking experienced DV Cleared Network Engineers to support high-security projects in Reading. Candidates must have strong hands-on skills with Palo Alto, Juniper, and Cisco ISE technologies. Key responsibilities include designing secure network solutions, configuring firewalls, and maintaining secure infrastructure. This role requires active DV clearance and the ability to operate in a sensitive environment. The position offers a competitive daily rate and is fully onsite.

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.
• Solid understanding of network security principles.
• Ability to work onsite in a high-security environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support secure network solutions.
• Configure and manage Palo Alto Firewalls.
• Support and maintain Juniper networks.
• Administer Cisco ISE for network access control.
• Perform network performance analysis and diagnostics.
• Maintain documentation and configuration standards.
• Collaborate with security and programme teams.

Skills

Palo Alto Networks

Juniper

Cisco ISE

Network Security

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.