DV Network Architect

LA International Computer Consultants Ltd; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ICT recruitment consultancy based in Basingstoke is seeking a Network Architect for a 6-month contractor role. The successful candidate will have extensive experience with Juniper or Cisco equipment, the ability to implement LAN networks, and ideally hold high-level security clearance. This is an office-based position requiring immediate start, operating Monday to Friday, with a rate of GBP600 per day.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing LAN networks and infrastructure patching following design specifications.
• Previous experience working in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
• Holds or has held high-level security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Experience with ECR process and creation of as-fitted packs.
• Providing comprehensive guidance on solution components development.
• Meets project deadlines and costs within own scope of responsibility.

Skills

Experience with Juniper or Cisco network equipment

Implementing LAN networks

Experience in site LAN Design

Working in complex, multi-stakeholder environment

Guidance on solution components development

Job description

Network Architect

Location: Basingstoke - 5 days week - Office based

Target Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 6 months initially

Recruitment Type: Contractor

Rate: GBP600 per day

Clearance Required: DV

Working Pattern: Mon-Fri

Role:

• Experience with either Juniper or Cisco network equipment.
• Experience of independently implementing LAN networks and infrastructure patching following design specifications and resolving issues, including experience in site LAN Design, and implementation in accordance with JSP 604.
• Experience with ECR process, creation of as-fitted packs and sign-off, working with Customer.
• Previous experience working in complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
• The provision of comprehensive guidance on the development of, and modifications to, solution components to ensure that they take account of relevant architectures, strategies, policies, standards and practices and that existing and planned solution components remain compatible.
• Meets project deadlines and costs within own scope of responsibility.
• Errors with workarounds or fixes provided in a timely manner.
• Changes to service, process, organization, operating model and other aspects may be required in addition to technology components, and solutions must demonstrate how agreed requirements (such as automation of business processes) are met, any requirements which are not fully met or, and any options or considerations which require a business decision.

Target Start Date: ASAP

Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum of 18 weeks.

LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work. LA International welcomes applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.

Award-winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has secured the prestigious Queen's Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.