Senior Network Architect - Hybrid, Secure & Scalable

Strategic Resources European Recruitment Consultants Ltd; Westhill; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aberdeen-based Oil and Gas Operator seeks an experienced Network Architect to shape and lead our network environment across UK and international locations. The role reports to IT Operations & Delivery Manager and demands senior technical leadership and strategic roadmaps.

You will build trusted relationships with stakeholders, guide design of secure, scalable connectivity, and lead a team of network professionals, driving continuous improvement and governance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Network Architect or senior network leadership role.
• Strong expertise across enterprise networking including LAN, WAN, wireless, security and cloud connectivity.
• Demonstrable experience leading and developing technical teams.
• Experience managing third-party network and telecom providers, contracts and SLAs.
• Networking certifications such as CCNP or CCIE or equivalent.
• Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally when required.

Responsibilities

• Define and evolve the network architecture strategy, standards and roadmap across the organisation.
• Provide technical leadership for secure, resilient and scalable network solutions.
• Lead, coach and develop a network engineering team, fostering capability and continuous improvement.
• Influence stakeholders translating business needs into effective network outcomes.
• Oversee external suppliers and telecoms partners, ensuring service quality, value and performance.
• Champion network security, resilience and governance during business changes and integration activity.

Skills

Network leadership

Enterprise networking

Stakeholder management

Cloud connectivity

Team development

Education

CCNP

CCIE

Job description

Aberdeen-based Oil and Gas Operator seeks an experienced Network Architect to shape and lead our network environment across UK and international locations. The role reports to IT Operations & Delivery Manager and demands senior technical leadership and strategic roadmaps.

You will build trusted relationships with stakeholders, guide design of secure, scalable connectivity, and lead a team of network professionals, driving continuous improvement and governance.