Network Architect

ISR Recruitment; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider seeks a Network Architect to drive innovative changes in network design and management for public sector clients. With a focus on SD-WAN transformation and industry-leading technologies, your expertise will significantly influence the reliability and efficiency of modern networking solutions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Network Architect or Senior Network Engineer in enterprise or MSP settings.
• Understanding of network security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST and PCI-DSS).

Responsibilities

• Shape robust connectivity solutions for public sector organizations.
• Transform wide area networks leveraging SD-WAN and SolarWinds.

Skills

BGP

LAN/WAN

SD-WAN

Wi-Fi

cloud networking

Education

CCNP

CCIE

PCNSE

Tools

Cisco

Fortinet

Meraki

Palo Alto

Aruba

Job description

• Network Architect (Cisco)
• Hybrid-Working (with quarterly visits to the Plymouth head-office)
• £55,000 to £65,000 per annum (+ performance bonuses)

The Opportunity:

Our client specialises in providing cutting-edge technology solutions to public sector organisations across Education, Local Government and Healthcare, empowering them to do more through shared innovation and scalable services.

Our client are also transforming their wide area network with SD-WAN (FortiGate) and leveraging the full SolarWinds stack for modern network orchestration as they build a faster, smarter and more resilient network, your expertise will be instrumental in shaping robust connectivity solutions that power real-world services.

Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience as a Network Architect or Senior Network Engineer in enterprise or MSP settings.
• Strong knowledge of Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, Wi-Fi and cloud networking (especially Azure).
• Deep expertise with Cisco, Fortinet, Meraki and ideally some Palo Alto and Aruba.
• Understanding of network security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST and PCI-DSS).
• Industry certifications like CCNP, CCIE or PCNSE is preferred

Please call John here at ISR on 07719 919 860 to learn more about our client based in Devon and how they are leading the way in developing the next-generation of technical solutions through innovation and transformational technology?