Senior Network Architect - Hybrid, SD-WAN & Security Leader

SSE PLC; Perth, Glasgow, Havant, Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Gym membership

Cycle to Work scheme

Family entitlements

Job summary

SSE is seeking a Senior Network Architect to design, implement and secure scalable enterprise networks across on-premise and cloud environments. You will work with SD-WAN, Direct Internet Access and MPLS, aligning IT and OT networks following Purdue levels to support business services.

In this role you will lead security, performance improvements, vendor management and technical leadership, mentoring teams and driving continuous innovation within a flexible, hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of enterprise network architectures and their business role.
• Familiarity with regulations and standards for network security and compliance.
• Knowledge of IT and OT relation to Purdue levels.
• Proficiency with SD-WAN, MPLS, Direct Internet Access, ExpressRoute and related tech.
• Advanced network security knowledge and practices.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable network solutions and high-level architectures aligned with business goals.
• Ensure security, performance, and regulatory compliance of network systems.
• Manage vendors and collaborate with internal teams to deliver network solutions.
• Lead continuous improvement; adopt emerging technologies to support growth.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to team members.

Skills

Enterprise networks

IT/OT integration

SD-WAN

MPLS

Direct Internet Access

ExpressRoute

Network security

Regulatory compliance

Job description

SSE is seeking a Senior Network Architect to design, implement and secure scalable enterprise networks across on-premise and cloud environments. You will work with SD-WAN, Direct Internet Access and MPLS, aligning IT and OT networks following Purdue levels to support business services.

In this role you will lead security, performance improvements, vendor management and technical leadership, mentoring teams and driving continuous innovation within a flexible, hybrid work model.