Senior Network Architect – SD-WAN, MPLS & Security Leader

SSE plc; Portsmouth; Hybride; GBP 60 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Private healthcare discounts

Gym memberships and wellbeing benefits

Online GP and counselling services

Cycle to Work scheme

Family entitlements

Résumé du poste

SSE plc is seeking a Senior Network Architect to design, secure and scale network services, modernising our technology landscape and improving visibility and security. The role focuses on SD-WAN, Direct Internet Access, and MPLS while aligning IT and OT networks per the Purdue model.

You will lead with robust security practices, oversee vendors and internal teams, and drive continuous improvement. Flexible first, base locations include Perth, Glasgow, Havant or Reading, with SC vetting required.

Qualifications

• Understand enterprise network architectures and their role in business operations.
• Familiar with regulations and standards for network security and compliance.
• Knowledge of IT and OT, Purdue levels.
• Experience designing and implementing networks using SD-WAN, MPLS, DIA, ExpressRoute.
• Strong network security knowledge.

Responsabilités

• Design high-level network architectures aligned with business goals.
• Ensure security and performance with compliant practices.
• Oversee vendor and stakeholder management.
• Lead continuous improvement of network services.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship.

Connaissances

Network architecture

Regulatory compliance

IT/OT Purdue model

SD-WAN

MPLS

Direct Internet Access

ExpressRoute

Network security

Outils

MPLS

Direct Internet Access

ExpressRoute

Description du poste

SSE plc is seeking a Senior Network Architect to design, secure and scale network services, modernising our technology landscape and improving visibility and security. The role focuses on SD-WAN, Direct Internet Access, and MPLS while aligning IT and OT networks per the Purdue model.

You will lead with robust security practices, oversee vendors and internal teams, and drive continuous improvement. Flexible first, base locations include Perth, Glasgow, Havant or Reading, with SC vetting required.