DV-Cleared WAN Architect & Technical Lead

CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler; Corsham; Hybrid; GBP 111,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler is seeking an experienced WAN Architect to provide technical leadership, architecture assurance and design governance across a complex Fixed Networks portfolio. Hybrid working from Corsham enables remote collaboration with MOD sites as required.

You will assure WAN designs, support service transition, manage technology lifecycle and contribute to future network transformation initiatives within a Defence digital environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience designing and assuring enterprise WAN solutions.
• Strong knowledge of MPLS, IP networking, routing, SD-WAN, network security and remote access technologies.
• Experience reviewing complex network architecture and design documentation.
• Knowledge of network monitoring, management and telecommunications infrastructure.
• Experience working in secure, regulated or Defence/Government environments.
• Strong supplier assurance, stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide WAN architecture expertise and technical assurance across enterprise network services.
• Review and assure HLDs, LLDs, RFCs, impact assessments, security and accreditation documentation.
• Ensure solutions align with Defence Digital standards, security requirements and strategic roadmaps.
• Support service transition, onboarding, testing and go-live activities.
• Work closely with MSPs, suppliers and stakeholders to manage technical risks and resolve design issues.
• Support lifecycle, obsolescence and replacement planning.
• Assess emerging technologies including SDN, SD-WAN, network automation, cloud connectivity and secure remote access.
• Contribute to Technical Design Authorities, governance forums and network transformation programmes.

Skills

WAN design

MPLS/IP

SD-WAN

Network security

Defence env

Stakeholder mgmt

Tech design

Job description

CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler is seeking an experienced WAN Architect to provide technical leadership, architecture assurance and design governance across a complex Fixed Networks portfolio. Hybrid working from Corsham enables remote collaboration with MOD sites as required.

You will assure WAN designs, support service transition, manage technology lifecycle and contribute to future network transformation initiatives within a Defence digital environment.