Negotiable
Outside
Remote
United Kingdom
Summary: The role of Contract Core Network Architect focuses on supporting the Nasstar Core Network and Security Services, requiring expertise in Juniper and a background in Telco/ISP. The position involves designing, implementing, and maintaining network infrastructure while ensuring high uptime and security. Candidates must be proactive, adaptable, and capable of mentoring junior engineers in a dynamic environment. This role is classified as outside of IR35 and is remote.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and development of core network architecture.
- Implement best practices for network security, including risk mitigation strategies.
- Migration of services from legacy environments to Nasstar new core network.
- Has a natural aptitude for troubleshooting and problem-solving.
- Embraces continual change and process improvement.
- Can express ideas and information clearly and concisely.
- Plans and manages own workflow on a daily basis to ensure the achievement of KPIs.
- Mentoring Junior Core Engineers.
- Proactively keeps up to date with technologies supported by Nasstar.
Key Skills:
- JNCIP-SP certification.
- ISP background.
- Experience within Service Provider environment.
- Strong Core Network Design skills.
- Hands-on experience with Juniper, Cisco, and Fortinet.
- Network Analysis skills including Audit / Recommend / Remediate.
- Traffic Measurement expertise.
- Network Design knowledge including Vendor Best Practice HLD / LLD.
- Desirable: JNCIE certification.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Description Duration-6 months Rate-Negotiable/Market Rates Role is outside of IR35 Location-Remote Essential experience-Juniper and have a Telco/ISP background · A varied role to provide support to the Nasstar Core Network and Security Services ·To be successful in this role you will need to be agile in managing your workload and constantly re-evaluating priorities. ·Responsible for design, implementation, and maintenance of the backbone infrastructure of our network. ·You would be required to perform a variety of proactive tasks which will help maximise Core network uptime and prevent reoccurring issues. Tasks will include resolving proactive monitoring alerts, deploying the latest security updates, systems maintenance and upgrading customer systems. You will have the opportunity to work with the latest leading cutting-edge technologies in an agile environment that promotes systems and service excellence.
Key Responsibilities · Design and development of core network architecture. · Implement best practices for network security, including risk mitigation strategies. · Migration of services from legacy environments to Nasstar new core network. · Has a natural aptitude for troubleshooting and problem-solving. · Embraces continual change and process improvement. · Can express ideas and information clearly and concisely. · Plans and manages own workflow on a daily basis to ensure the achievement of KPIs. · Mentoring Junior Core Engineers · Proactively keeps up to date with technologies supported by Nasstar Self-Starter without the need for day-to-day management
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Education & Qualifications: Essential: JNCIP-SP ISP background Experienced within Service Provider environment Strong Core Network Design Juniper, Cisco and Fortinet Hands Experience Network Analysis o Audit / Recommend / Remediate Traffic Measurement Network Design o Vendor Best Practice HLD / LLD Desirable: JNCIE
Equal Opportunities: Our ultimate goal is to create an environment where diversity is not only welcomed but celebrated, where every employee feels a sense of belonging, and where our collective differences drive our collective success. By embracing diversity, practicing inclusion, and striving for equity, we aim to be a leader in our industry and a model for organizations worldwide. Diversity is not just a statement; it's our way of life at Nasstar. We welcome applications even if you don't think you match 100% of the role selection criteria
A note for agencies: Nasstar has an in-house recruitment team who work hard to successfully find the very best candidates. Therefore, we cannot accept agency submissions for any of our roles.