Network Architect

Searchability NS&D; Remote; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy is seeking a SCADA Virtual Network SME for a contract role. You will design and implement high-availability network solutions, manage operations within a multi-site environment, and ensure compliance with Critical National Infrastructure standards. The role offers the flexibility of remote work and requires expertise in NSX-T, Cisco Director, and network security protocols. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a vital project with significant autonomy.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with NSX-T and VMware Cloud Foundation.
• Strong background in network security and architecture.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco network management.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect Virtual Network Solutions.
• Utilise Cisco Director for network management.
• Manage network operations and automation.

Skills

NSX-T

VCF

VMware Cloud Foundation

Cisco Director

NX-OS

Aria

SCADA

Firewall

Microsegmentation

Network Architecture

CNI

NSD

Job description

Job Title : SCADA Virtual Network SME

Job Type : Contract

Pay Rate : Up to £580 per day (Umbrella)

Location : Remote

Duration : until March 2026

About the Client

We are recruiting for a leading technology consultancy currently delivering a major programme of work within Critical National Infrastructure. They are looking for a specialist SCADA Virtual Network SME to support the design and deployment of secure, high-availability network solutions. This is an opportunity to work on a vital project with significant autonomy and remote working flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

Architecture & Design

• Design and architect Virtual Network Solutions, specifically configuring and building NSX‑T services for workload domains.
• Deploy NSX Global Manager nodes to support NSX Federation across multiple VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) instances and sites.
• Design firewall requirements and support infrastructure to meet strict CNI security standards.

Implementation & Configuration

• Mandatory : Utilise Cisco Director skills for network management and orchestration.
• Execute hands‑on configuration of Broadcom NSX‑T, including the creation and management of Firewall rules, Distributed Firewall (DFW), Tier‑0 (T0), and Tier‑1 (T1) gateways.
• Deploy NSX Edge virtual appliances using SDDC Manager, integrated with NSX Manager.
• Implement automated password management workflows using SDDC Manager.

Operations & Automation

• Utilise VMware Aria Operations and Orchestration for the provisioning, configuration, management, and monitoring of network infrastructure.
• Manage network operations, integration, and automation within a complex, multi‑site VCF environment.
• Conduct rigorous testing, network packet capture, inspection, and result reporting.

Security & Compliance

• Implement Virtual Network Microsegmentation to ensure robust security postures.
• Configure and manage F5 load balancers and Fortigate Proxies.
• Ensure all designs and solutions adhere to Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) security standards.

Key Skills

• NSX‑T, VCF, VMware Cloud Foundation, Cisco Director, NX‑OS, Aria, SCADA, Firewall, Microsegmentation, Network Architecture, CNI, NSD.

Please either apply through this advert or emailing me directly via [e-mail]. For further information please call me : [phone]. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.