Network Architect

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology firm is seeking a WAN Architect specializing in secure network solutions for the Defence and National Security sector. The successful candidate will join a collaborative project delivery team, taking on technical leadership responsibilities and ensuring solutions meet the highest security standards. Ideal candidates will have experience with Cisco and Juniper technologies, and a background in the UK Defence sector is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience designing secure network solutions.
• Experience with Cisco and Juniper technologies.
• Strong communication skills with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver robust WAN solutions for secure environments.
• Create and review technical design documentation.
• Liaise across program teams on complex solutions.

Skills

Network design

Technical leadership

Communication

Education

Cisco CCNA/CCNP

Juniper JNCIA-Design/JNCIA-Junos

Job description

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Are you an experienced network design professional looking for your next big challenge in the Defence and National Security sector? We’re recruiting for a WAN Architect to join a leading global technology firm, driving secure, cost-effective network solutions that truly make an impact.

The Role:

As a WAN Architect, you’ll be part of a collaborative project delivery team, designing and delivering medium to large-scale network solutions. You’ll play a vital technical leadership role, ensuring solutions are aligned with both business needs and high security standards.

Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver robust WAN solutions for secure environments

• Understand and translate business and technical requirements into actionable designs

• Create and review technical design documentation for governance and support

• Liaise across program teams on complex, cross-discipline solutions (LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, VPN, Voice, Video, Cyber Security)

• Manage risk, dependencies, and ensure timely, quality delivery

Requirements:

• Proven experience designing secure network solutions using technologies from vendors such as Cisco and Juniper

• Certifications such as Cisco CCNA/CCNP or Juniper JNCIA-Design/JNCIA-Junos

• Experience across a full project lifecycle – from requirements to Operational Acceptance

• Strong communication skills with stakeholders and customers

• Ideally, previous experience in the UK Defence sector

For more information please apply below or contact me directly.