Senior Network Architect – Secure, Scalable SD-WAN Lead

SSE plc; Perth, Glasgow, Havant, Reading; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Private healthcare

Gym memberships

Online GP

Counselling service

Cycle to Work

Loans for tech & transport

Family entitlements

Maternity pay

Adoption pay

Paternity leave

Job summary

SSE plc is seeking a Senior Network Architect to design and implement secure, scalable network systems and help modernise our technology landscape. The role focuses on improving network visibility, security, and performance across on-premises and cloud environments.

You will lead high-level designs using SD-WAN, MPLS, Direct Internet Access and other technologies, ensure regulatory compliance, mentor the team and partner with vendors to deliver resilient network solutions across multiple sites

Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of enterprise network architectures and their business role.
• Knowledge of IT and OT Purdue levels and related controls.
• Experience with security standards and regulatory requirements for networks.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable network solutions aligned with business goals and cloud platforms.
• Ensure security and performance through robust measures and compliance.
• Vendor and stakeholder management with third-party providers.
• Lead continuous improvements leveraging new technologies.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor team members.

Skills

Enterprise network architecture

Network security

SD-WAN

MPLS

Direct Internet Access

ExpressRoute

Purdue model (IT/OT)

Tools

ExpressRoute

Job description

SSE plc is seeking a Senior Network Architect to design and implement secure, scalable network systems and help modernise our technology landscape. The role focuses on improving network visibility, security, and performance across on-premises and cloud environments.

You will lead high-level designs using SD-WAN, MPLS, Direct Internet Access and other technologies, ensure regulatory compliance, mentor the team and partner with vendors to deliver resilient network solutions across multiple sites