SC Cleared Network Engineer

Experis - ManpowerGroup; Farnborough; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a SC Cleared Network Engineer to support critical MOD and defense projects in Farnborough. This role involves troubleshooting complex network issues, implementing new systems, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should have hands-on networking experience, particularly with Juniper SRX networks. An engineering degree or equivalent IT-related experience is essential. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to national security efforts.

Qualifications

• Experience in IT, communications, and networking.
• Knowledge of certificate-based VPNs is advantageous.
• Understanding of Microsoft, Windows, Linux, and coding environments.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve technical issues across existing networks.
• Support projects to deliver timely technical outputs.
• Implement and configure new systems and solutions.
• Assist with system implementations for continuous improvement.
• Share knowledge and maintain high standards of service.

Skills

Hands-on experience in networking

Support experience with Juniper SRX networks

Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues

Professionalism in a structured IT environment

Education

Degree in engineering or equivalent IT-related experience

Job description

Job Title: SC Cleared Network Engineer

Location: Farnborough 2-3 days per week
Duration: 6 months with possible extension
Rate: Up to £660.00 per day via an approved umbrella company
Must be willing and eligible to go through the SC Clearance process

Our client, a reputable organisation supporting MOD and defence projects, is hiring for a skilled Network Engineer with active SC clearance. This is an exciting opportunity to work on critical networks, ensuring secure data transfer and supporting multiple projects within a structured IT environment.

What you'll be doing:

• Investigating and resolving technical issues across existing networks and systems
• Supporting multiple projects to deliver timely technical outputs
• Implementing and configuring new systems and solutions
• Assisting with system implementations and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
• Sharing knowledge, developing processes, and maintaining high standards of service

What you'll bring:

• Hands‑on experience in networking, IT, and communications
• Support experience with Juniper SRX networks, including cyber patches and issue investigation (VPNs, VLANs, ESXi environment)
• Knowledge of certificate‑based VPNs is advantageous
• Understanding of Microsoft, Windows, Linux, Juniper, or coding environments is beneficial
• Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues and provide practical solutions
• Professionalism and experience working within a structured IT environment

Essential qualifications:

• Degree in engineering or equivalent IT‑related experience

This role offers a fantastic chance to contribute to vital projects supporting national security. If you hold the necessary clearance and experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to join a dedicated team delivering high‑quality network solutions.