Network & Security Architect

Summary: The role of Network & Security Architect involves supporting the design and assurance of secure, enterprise-scale network and security infrastructure for a major UK public sector organization. This is a 6-month contract position requiring UK Security Clearance or eligibility to obtain it. The position is hybrid, based in Milton Keynes and London, and falls under inside IR35 regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the design and assurance of secure, enterprise-scale network and security infrastructure.

Key Skills:

• Strong experience in Network and/or Security Architecture.
• Cisco enterprise networking (LAN/WAN, routing, switching).
• Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA) and Zero Trust architectures.
• Experience producing architecture designs and documentation.
• Background in complex or regulated environments.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Network & Security Architect - Contract

Key Details

• Contract Length: 6 months
• Location: Milton Keynes & London (Hybrid)
• Clearance: UK Security Clearance required (or eligibility to obtain)
• IR35: Inside IR35
• Start Date: ASAP

Overview
A major UK public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Network & Security Architect to support the design and assurance of secure, enterprise-scale network and security infrastructure.

Key Skills

• Strong experience in Network and/or Security Architecture
• Cisco enterprise networking (LAN/WAN, routing, switching)
• Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA) and Zero Trust architectures
• Experience producing architecture designs and documentation
• Background in complex or regulated environments