Network Architect

Network Architect – Legacy Technologies – 1 Year contract - £550 per day – Birmingham – 5 days on site – Live SC Clearance required

Reed Secure are supporting an innovative client in the technology field, in the search for a Network Architect with a focus on Legacy Technologies to join their team on a one-year contract. This role is crucial for delivering network solutions within the secure Defence and National Security sector. The successful candidate will have live SC Clearance and a strong background in the defence sector, contributing to the mission of making the world more sustainable through innovative trust-building in society.

• Contract Type: 1-Year Contract
• Salary: £550 per day
• Location: Birmingham
• Job Type: On-site (5 days a week), with travel to customer sites

Day-to-day of the role:

• Work collaboratively in service and project teams to design and implement medium to large network solutions.
• Understand business and technical requirements to produce relevant design collateral, ensuring it passes governance reviews.
• Provide hands-on configuration and implementation support.
• Troubleshoot technical issues across various network setups.
• Ensure effective handover to service after project completion.
• Travel to customer sites and other locations as required for project execution.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Must be SC Cleared - sole British citizenship required.
• Strong experience with legacy circuit-switched networks and point-to-point connectivity.
• Proficient in designing and implementing TDM networks, including multiplexers and demultiplexers.
• Skilled in configuring and managing routers, switches, and other network devices.
• Knowledgeable in SDH, WDM, ATM, Frame-Relay, and circuit to packet emulation (CTP).
• Experience implementing QoS for bandwidth management and reliable data transmission.
• Ability to implement security measures such as encryption, authentication, and secure routing protocols.
• Capable of diagnosing and resolving issues in both point-to-point and packet-switched networks.
• Demonstrable experience in producing high-quality technical documentation for delivery and solution support.
• Solid understanding of project lifecycle from end to end.

Benefits:

• Competitive daily rate.
• Opportunity to work on critical national security projects.
• Engage in meaningful work that contributes to global sustainability and trust.

To apply for this Network Architect position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. Please ensure your SC Clearance status is clearly stated.