Network Architect - DV Cleared

Network Architect - DV Cleared

Posted 2 weeks ago by 1752585027

£700 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
Vauxhall

Summary: The Network Architect role involves leading the design and delivery of strategic network solutions for a confidential government client, focusing on national security priorities. This position requires extensive experience in secure network architecture within a complex environment. The successful candidate will collaborate with various stakeholders and drive end-to-end system thinking. DV clearance is mandatory for this high-impact role based in London.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver high-level and low-level network designs (HLD/LLD) in line with project milestones
  • Produce comprehensive artefacts including site-specific network architectures, passive infrastructure layouts, active equipment installation designs, and rack diagrams
  • Collaborate with multiple stakeholders including local IT teams, other Government Departments, and system owners
  • Drive end-to-end system thinking including LAN/WAN design and implementation, WAN provisioning, and network security technologies
  • Work across the full system delivery lifecycle including service design and transition
  • Analyse technical requirements and develop fit-for-purpose solutions
  • Conduct impact assessments and risk evaluations of architectural decisions
  • Lead on technical governance, guidance, and assurance activities
  • Act as the primary technical PoC for networking and associated infrastructure
  • Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing across the team

Key Skills:

  • Extensive background in secure Network Architecture and Design
  • Strong knowledge of government or military-grade secure environments
  • Experience with passive and active infrastructure planning, WAN/LAN technologies, and encrypted communication solutions
  • Familiarity with government service delivery lifecycle and assurance processes
  • Exceptional stakeholder management across multi-disciplinary teams
  • Proven leadership in delivering technical outcomes under tight timelines

Salary (Rate): £700 per day

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: Hybrid

IR35 Status: Inside IR35

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Network Architect

£600 - £700 per day - Inside IR35

Hybrid - London

DV Cleared

About the Role

Our confidential government client requires an experienced Network Architect to lead the design and delivery of strategic network solutions. This is a high-impact role within a complex, secure environment, where your architectural expertise will support national security priorities.


Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-level and low-level network designs (HLD/LLD) in line with project milestones

  • Produce comprehensive artefacts including:

    • Site-specific network architectures

    • Passive infrastructure layouts (fibre, copper - vertical & horizontal)

    • Active equipment installation designs

    • Rack diagrams, patching schedules, and cabling plans

  • Collaborate with multiple stakeholders including:

    • Local IT teams

    • Other Government Departments (OGDs)

    • System owners and integrators

  • Drive end-to-end system thinking including:

    • LAN/WAN design and implementation

    • WAN provisioning and circuit dependencies

    • Network security and encryption technologies (e.g., cryptos)

    • Dependencies on EUDs, storage, and power systems (UPS)

  • Work across the full system delivery lifecycle:

    • Service Design, Transition, Acceptance, and into Live

    • Collaborate with Service Architects on Assurance and Gate Reviews

  • Analyse technical requirements and develop fit-for-purpose solutions

  • Conduct impact assessments and risk evaluations of architectural decisions

  • Lead on technical governance, guidance, and assurance activities

  • Act as the primary technical PoC for networking and associated infrastructure

  • Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing across the team


Essential Skills & Experience

  • Extensive background in secure Network Architecture and Design

  • Strong knowledge of government or military-grade secure environments

  • Experience with:

    • Passive and active infrastructure planning

    • WAN/LAN technologies and provisioning

    • Encrypted communication solutions

  • Familiarity with government service delivery lifecycle and assurance processes

  • Exceptional stakeholder management across multi-disciplinary teams

  • Proven leadership in delivering technical outcomes under tight timelines

Apply now to play a leading role in shaping secure, mission-critical network infrastructure at the heart of UK national operations.