Network Architect

DXC Technology; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT solutions enterprise seeks innovative Network Architects at varying skill levels to join a hybrid role. Candidates will develop and present secure solutions while collaborating with teams to analyze and implement network architecture. Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package are offered, emphasizing flexibility and community.

Benefits

Private health/medical insurance

Gym membership

Discounts on technology, groceries, travel

Qualifications

• Experience with Cisco 8200/8300 routers and Nexus N7K/N9K.
• Familiarity with Aruba CX platforms and Palo Alto PAN-OS.
• Strong analytical skills for designing and testing databases.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, troubleshoot, and implement network architecture.
• Troubleshoot complex network and hardware problems.
• Lead efforts to meet client network requirements.

Skills

Cisco Routing and Switching

Palo Alto Firewalls

Analytical problem-solving skills

Task management

Education

CCNP Certification

Tools

Aruba Switching

AWS

Azure

Job description

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At DXC Technology, delivering excellence for our customers and colleagues is more than just a motto, it’s something we strive towards constantly through our work. Every day we deliver mission-critical services in a secure environment whilst promoting our people-first agenda, fostering a sense of community and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Our positive customer feedback and continuous growth help us cement our position as a leading IT solutions enterprise, capable of delivering services and solutions in both challenging and exciting situations.

We currently have openings for Network Architects at varying skill levels within one of our platinum accounts. The successful candidate will need to be innovative, motivated, and highly autonomous, capable of developing and presenting secure solutions to leadership and technical teams. Due to customer requirements, successful applicants must be eligible for high-level UK Security clearance (SC). This is a hybrid role based in Erskine or Newcastle.

In this role, you will assist in leading teams that analyze, design, troubleshoot, and implement network architecture to meet client requirements; leverage resources from different teams to ensure customer needs are met. You will also troubleshoot complex data or voice network and hardware problems, research and analyze significant network issues, and evaluate current and future systems.

Ideally, you will have experience in:

• Cisco Routing and Switching, minimum CCNP, including 8200/8300 routers, Nexus N7K/N9K
• Equivalent experience in Aruba switching AOS-S & CX platforms, including Aruba 2930, 6300, 8300, 8400 CX10K
• Palo Alto Firewalls, PAN-OS 10.x, VPN Technologies on Cisco, Palo Alto, plus Cloud platforms like AWS/Azure
• Wireless LAN Architecture, VPN– VXLAN, NSX-T, NAC, ZTNA, VMWare/VxRail, Aruba Clearpass
• Analytical and creative problem-solving skills for designing, creating, and testing new databases
• Strong time, priority, and task management skills

What we will do for you:

• Competitive compensation
• DXC Select – Our comprehensive benefits package (includes private health/medical insurance, gym membership, and more)
• Perks at Work (discounts on technology, groceries, travel, and more)

At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, and individual work styles. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.