Network Design Engineer - DV Cleared

Experis - ManpowerGroup; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm in the UK is seeking a Network Design Engineer to design and implement secure network solutions for Defence projects. The ideal candidate will have strong networking expertise, hands-on experience with Cisco and Juniper technologies, and relevant certifications. Prior experience in the Defence sector is a plus. Apply by sending your CV.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in LAN switching, routing protocols, VPNs, IPSec, MPLS, and BGP.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco and Juniper technologies.
• Recognised certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or JNCIS-ENT are desirable.
• Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise network solutions.
• Excellent communication skills and strong stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support complex network solutions across secure environments.
• Collaborate within service and project teams for effective network designs.
• Produce design documentation and troubleshoot network issues.

Skills

LAN switching

Routing protocols

VPNs

IPSec

MPLS

BGP

Cisco technologies

Juniper technologies

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

CCNA

CCNP

JNCIS-ENT

Tools

Cisco IOS

JUNOS

Job description

Network Design Engineer

Must have an Active DV Clearance

Join an exciting and fast-paced environment as a Network Design Engineer, where you'll play a key role in designing and implementing secure, large-scale network solutions for high-profile Defence and National Security projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to use your technical expertise to make a real impact, enabling secure, cost-effective services that support national operations.

About the Role - Network Design Engineer

• As a Network Design Engineer, you will design, implement, and support complex network solutions across secure environments.
• You’ll work collaboratively within service and project teams to translate technical and business requirements into effective network designs.
• Responsibilities include producing design documentation, implementing configurations, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring smooth transition into operational service.

What We’re Looking For - Network Design Engineer

• Strong networking expertise in LAN switching, routing protocols, VPNs, IPSec, MPLS, and BGP.
• Hands‑on experience with Cisco and Juniper technologies (JUNOS, Cisco IOS).
• Recognised certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or JNCIS-ENT are highly desirable.
• Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise network solutions.
• Excellent communication skills, ownership mindset, and strong stakeholder engagement.
• Prior experience in the Defence sector is highly advantageous.

Join us as a Network Design Engineer and be part of a team that delivers innovation and security at scale.

To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button.