Network Architect - DV CLEARED
Posted 2 weeks ago by Experis UK
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Bracknell, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Network Architect role is focused on supporting a significant digital transformation programme for a major government client, requiring a valid DV clearance. The position involves delivering a technical refresh of networking infrastructure, particularly with Cisco firewalls and secure communications components. The architect will collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful implementation and migration activities while maintaining documentation and providing updates to project management. This role is ideal for a technically proficient individual with a proactive approach to network architecture and design.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support a large-scale tech refresh project, primarily involving Cisco firewalls and Enterprise Catapans
- Update existing design documentation to reflect the integration of new networking devices
- Collaborate with internal teams to deliver implementation and migration activities
- Ensure smooth handover of refreshed components to the BAU (Business as Usual) support teams
- Provide regular progress updates and technical input to the project manager
- Contribute to planning and adapting project deliverables in response to any scope or technical changes
Key Skills:
- Strong expertise in Cisco networking technologies, particularly around firewalls
- Proven experience in network design, architecture and documentation
- Previous involvement in network refresh or infrastructure upgrade projects
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality outcomes
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Bracknell
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Network Architect - MUST HAVE A VALID DV
We are currently seeking an experienced Network Architect to join a high-profile digital transformation programme for a major government client. This role is critical to delivering a technical refresh across key networking infrastructure, including firewalls and secure communications components.
Key Responsibilities
- Support a large-scale tech refresh project, primarily involving Cisco firewalls and Enterprise Catapans
- Update existing design documentation to reflect the integration of new networking devices
- Collaborate with internal teams to deliver implementation and migration activities
- Ensure smooth handover of refreshed components to the BAU (Business as Usual) support teams
- Provide regular progress updates and technical input to the project manager
- Contribute to planning and adapting project deliverables in response to any scope or technical changes
Required Skills And Experience
- Strong expertise in Cisco networking technologies, particularly around firewalls
- Proven experience in network design, architecture and documentation
- Previous involvement in network refresh or infrastructure upgrade projects
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality outcomes
If you're a technically strong and delivery-focused network architect with a proactive mindset, this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a long-term programme supporting national infrastructure.