Network Solution Architect (Defence)

CACI Ltd; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an experienced Network Solution Architect to join their Defence team, focusing on a major technology refresh project. This role offers the opportunity to lead the design and implementation of complex network infrastructure solutions while ensuring security best practices. With a flexible hybrid working model, you will enjoy a supportive environment that values continuous learning and professional development. Join a dynamic team that embraces innovation and collaboration, where your contributions will shape the future of Defence technology.

Benefits

Flexi-time: 37.5-hour workweeks

Hybrid working: Office or home-based

Learning & Development budget

Monthly social events

Matched pension

Healthcare benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in Network Solution Architecture in large organizations.
• Proficient in defining and assessing technical architectures.

Responsibilities

• Implementing complex network solutions and managing project lifecycles.
• Providing consultancy support and managing customer relationships.

Skills

Network Solution Architecture

Enterprise IT systems

Technical architecture assessment

Cloud-native applications

Agile methodologies (SCRUM & Kanban)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Networking equipment

Project management tools

Job description

We are the Information Intelligence Group (IIG) of CACI UK, a specialist software consultancy providing bespoke solutions to solve complex operational problems. Due to exciting growth within our Defence business, we are interested in speaking with an experienced Network Solution Architect to join one of our live projects within our Defence Team.

Role Location:

You can work from any of our 6 offices in the UK (including Bristol, Cheltenham & London) or from home, your choice. The role will require 2-3 days per week onsite at Corsham on the customer site.

The Opportunity:

As an experienced Network Solution Architect, you will work within our Defence team on a major technology refresh project for a Defence customer. You will lead in designing, implementing, and managing complex network infrastructure solutions, providing strategic direction to ensure reliable, resilient, and secure network services, while future-proofing network provisions in line with security best practices.

You will oversee the full project lifecycle, including concept formalization, requirements analysis, architecture design, implementation, delivery, training, support, and maintenance.

Typical responsibilities include:

1. Implementing complex network solutions, including design, development, and testing.
2. Ensuring tools and methods are employed effectively in architecture development.
3. Drafting technical Statements of Requirements for network solutions.
4. Defining and assessing technical architectures, solutions, and business requirements.
5. Designing, implementing, and managing servers, workstations, network storage, and networking equipment.
6. Producing high- and low-level technical designs and high-level operating models.
7. Following best practice Agile methodologies (SCRUM & Kanban).
8. Providing consultancy support to customers on technology/infrastructure choices.
9. Managing customer relationships.
10. Keeping up with evolving technology landscapes.
11. Providing leadership and support to team members as needed.

The Fit:

Our Network Architects enjoy working on diverse and challenging projects. We value proactive, can-do attitudes, a passion for technology, and continuous learning and improvement.

We seek someone with experience in:

1. Network Solution Architecture in large, complex organizations.
2. Building Enterprise IT systems in the Defence sector.
3. Defining and assessing technical architectures and business requirements.
4. Creating technical statements of requirements for cloud-native applications and platforms.
5. Producing detailed technical designs.

Due to the security requirements of our work, the successful candidate must be able to obtain high-level security clearance, which requires British citizenship and residency in the UK for the past 5 years.

Why work for us?

IIG combines the culture of a small business with the benefits of a larger organization. We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Flexi-time: 37.5-hour workweeks.
• Hybrid working: Office or home-based.
• Learning & Development: Budget for conferences and training.
• Social culture: Monthly events.
• Future benefits: Matched pension and healthcare.

We support continuous professional development, career progression, and foster an inclusive, dynamic environment. CACI is committed to diversity and equal opportunities, actively working to prevent discrimination and provide reasonable adjustments during recruitment for candidates with health conditions or disabilities.