Network Solutions Architect (DV Cleared)

ZipRecruiter; Corsham; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Network Solution Architect to lead the design of networking artefacts for Secret Cloud hosting platforms. This role requires current DV Security Clearance and expertise in network design, BGP, and IP addressing. You will ensure compliance with MOD regulations and collaborate with suppliers and government networking leads. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing for flexibility while contributing to critical national security projects. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled architect to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Lead design of networking artefacts for Secret Cloud hosting platforms.
• Ensure compliance with MOD 604, 440 governances, and NCSC best practices.

Responsibilities

• Support network security assurance activities for Secret Cloud hosting platforms.
• Work with supplier network leads for on premise and Hyperscale platforms.

Skills

Network Design

BGP

IP Addressing

Cloud Hosting

Security Clearance (DV)

Tools

VMWare

Job description

Job Description

Senior Network Solution Architect (DV Security Cleared), £575 - £625 per day, Inside IR35, 6 Month Contract, nr Bath (2-3 days onsite / Hybrid)

Contract role for a Senior Network & Integration Solution Architect to support all Cloud Hosting Platforms (on premise + Hyperscale). You will need to have current and Live Developed Vetting (DV) Security Clearance.

You will lead the design & of networking artefacts for all Secret Cloud hosting platforms, Support network security assurance activities for Secret Cloud hosting platforms. You will support the creation of technology designs underpinning Secret cloud Service Offerings.

Ensure designs comply with MOD 604, 440 governances, and are aligned to NCSC and Industry best practice, support the creation of High-Level and Low-Level network Designs for the integration of Tier 2 Hyperscale cloud onto the Defence Network.

Additionally, you will work with supplier network leads for both on premise and Hyperscale platforms, as well as cross government networking leads, specialising in all aspects of Network Design, BGP, IP addressing for on premise (VMWare) and Hyperscale cloud platforms. Providing support to all applicable working groups, both Defence and cross government.

This is an initial 6 month contract, inside IR35 with hybrid working (2-3 days per week near Bath, 1-2 days remote).