Network Engineer (DV Cleared)

Hamilton Barnes; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence consultancy in Farnborough is seeking a skilled Network Engineer with active DV Clearance. In this role, you will support Cisco infrastructures, manage incidents, and engage in a mission-critical environment. The company provides significant investment in professional development, including fully funded Cisco training.

Benefits

Fully funded Cisco certification training

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Active DV Security Clearance required.
• Proven experience at CCNA or CCNP level.
• Strong technical background in networks and security.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational support for Cisco-based networks.
• Manage technical incidents and maintain documentation.
• Work across various technology areas in a secure environment.

Skills

Communication

Technical Troubleshooting

Network Security

Unified Communications

Cisco Network Management

Education

Cisco CCNA or CCNP

Job description

Job Title: Network Engineer (DV Cleared)

Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum

Bonus: 10% performance-based annual bonus

Location: Farnborough – 5 days per week on-site

Clearance Requirement: Active DV Clearance is essential

Company Overview

Our client is a rapidly growing defence consultancy delivering high-impact services to government and national security customers. Based on-site within a secure environment in Farnborough, the business is significantly expanding its managed services team and is seeking skilled DV Cleared Network Engineers to support this growth.

With a plan to onboard over 10 Network Engineers this year, this is a key opportunity to join an organisation with a strong track record in defence. The company comprises predominantly ex-military and defence professionals and is deeply invested in the professional development of its employees, offering certification funding and continuous training from day one.

Role Summary

As a Network Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting and maintaining secure Cisco network infrastructure. The role involves incident management, technical troubleshooting, and accurate documentation within a highly regulated and secure environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day operational support for Cisco-based networks within a secure infrastructure
• Manage technical incidents through diagnosis, troubleshooting, and resolution
• Maintain clear and up-to-date documentation in line with incident management protocols
• Work across various technology areas including networking, security, unified communications, and datacentre infrastructure

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• Active DV (Developed Vetting) Security Clearance
• Proven experience at CCNA or CCNP level
• Strong technical background in networks, security, unified communications, and datacentre environments
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Desirable:

• Experience working in secure or classified environments
• Background in defence, military, or managed services

Benefits

• Competitive salary of up to £70,000 per annum, depending on experience
• 10% annual performance-based bonus
• Fully funded Cisco certification training and materials
• Private healthcare and pension scheme
• Career development within a growing, defence-focused consultancy

Application Process

If you meet the above criteria and are looking to advance your career in a secure, mission-critical environment, we encourage you to apply today. This role offers a rare opportunity to contribute to meaningful national security work while receiving significant investment in your professional growth.