Network Engineer-Cisco, Palo Alto, F5-DV Cleared-Milton Keynes

SmartSourcing Ltd; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider is seeking an experienced DV Security Cleared Network Engineer to join a government client in Milton Keynes. This role involves delivering high-quality network engineering services in a secure environment, primarily focused on Cisco and Palo Alto technologies. The position requires strong hands-on experience, and candidates must have current DV Clearance or be willing to obtain it. The role entails working on-site 3 days a week and offers competitive pay of up to £560 per day.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco networking technologies.
• Expertise in Palo Alto Firewalls and F5 load balancers.
• Knowledge of Aruba and Meraki solutions.
• Proven background in secure government or defence environments.
• Current DV Clearance or be eligible to undertake.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality network engineering services.
• Support critical infrastructure in a secure environment.

Skills

Cisco networking technologies

Palo Alto Firewalls

F5 load balancers

Aruba solutions

Meraki solutions

Job description

DV Security Cleared Network Engineer (Cisco, Palo Alto, F5)

Location: Milton Keynes, Bucks. Commute from Northampton, East Midlands, Bedford, Luton, Peterborough.

Paying up to £560 per day – Umbrella Company.

We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer to join a government client. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a secure environment, supporting critical infrastructure and delivering high‑quality network engineering services.

Role details: working 3 days a week on site.

Essential Skills Experience

• Strong hands‑on experience with Cisco networking technologies.
• Expertise in Palo Alto Firewalls and F5 load balancers.
• Knowledge of Aruba and Meraki solutions.
• Proven background in secure government or defence environments.
• Current DV Clearance or be eligible to undertake.

Please apply online in the first instance.

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