Network Engineer

Sopra Steria; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consulting firm is looking for Senior Infrastructure Engineers to join a new team in the Defence and Space sector. This role involves executing infrastructure designs focused on network architecture and working closely with architects and stakeholders. The successful candidates will have hands-on experience with enterprise-grade networking technologies and secure routing. The position is office-based in Stevenage, with some flexibility for remote work. Great career progression and training opportunities are also provided.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with enterprise-grade networking technologies.
• Experience in secure routing and switching.
• Familiarity with integration of authentication and directory services.

Responsibilities

• Execute pre-approved infrastructure design with focus on network architecture.
• Collaborate with architects and other infrastructure teams.
• Deliver a resilient and compliant network foundation.

Skills

Enterprise-grade networking technologies

Secure routing and switching

Authentication and directory services

Network architecture

Job description

oin a brand-new team shaping the future of Defence and Space.

Were building a new team of Senior Infrastructure Engineers, including Network Engineer & IAM / IDAM Engineers to deliver a transformative integration project that will redefine infrastructure across our Aerospace, Defence & Security sector. Were seeking skilled Infrastructure Engineers with deep expertise in network engineering to support the implementation of a secure, fully functional on-premises domain for a leading Defence and Space client. Youll be responsible for executing a pre-approved infrastructure design, with a particular focus on network architecture, connectivity, and security.

This role demands hands‑on experience with enterprise‑grade networking technologies, secure routing and switching, and integration with authentication and directory services. Youll collaborate closely with architects, other infrastructure teams, and client stakeholders to deliver a resilient and compliant network foundation.

You will be office‑based at one of our sites in Stevenage, Portsmouth, or Newport, with some flexibility to work from home.

We can offer great career progression opportunities, ability to be based anywhere across the UK, benefits which you can flex to meet your needs and training and development opportunities.

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