DV Cleared Network Engineers

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

Job summary

A technology firm is seeking multiple Network Engineers to support a high-security programme in Reading. Ideal candidates will have active DV Clearance and strong hands-on experience with Palo Alto, Juniper, and Cisco ISE technologies. Responsibilities include designing secure network solutions, managing firewalls, and troubleshooting network issues. This position requires working onsite in a sensitive environment, making excellent knowledge of network security principles crucial. Competitive compensation of £550 - £600 per day is offered.

Qualifications

• Active DV Clearance (Developed Vetting).
• Strong hands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls.
• Practical knowledge of Juniper routing and switching platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support secure network solutions.
• Configure and manage Palo Alto firewalls.
• Support and maintain Juniper networks.

Skills

Palo Alto Networks firewalls

Juniper routing and switching

Cisco ISE

Network security principles

Problem resolution

Tools

Palo Alto

Juniper

Cisco ISE

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