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Network Domain Architect - Lead the Future of Network Strategy

? Location: Hybrid - 1 Day Per Month in Barrow-in-Furness (Client Site)
? Sector: Government / Defence
⏳ Type: Full-time, Permanent
? Salary: Up to £110,000 + 5% Bonus

About the Role

Are you an expert Network Architect looking to shape the future of secure, large-scale networks? Join a leading Managed Services organisation at the forefront of digital transformation. As a Network Domain Architect (Operational Design Authority & Strategy), you'll play a critical role in defining, implementing, and maintaining technical excellence within a high-impact defence project.

This is more than just a technical role-you'll be the strategic voice guiding architectural integrity, innovation, and best practices in a rapidly evolving environment.

What You'll Be Doing

✅ Technical Leadership - Define and oversee the network architecture strategy, ensuring best-in-class design principles.
✅ Design Authority - Act as the primary technical authority, ensuring solutions align with business objectives and industry standards.
✅ Stakeholder Engagement - Work closely with clients, partners, and internal teams to drive strategic decisions and maintain strong relationships.
✅ Innovation & Future-proofing - Keep pace with emerging technologies to enhance network capabilities and service delivery.
✅ Team Mentorship - Guide engineers and technical teams, ensuring alignment with architectural frameworks and strategic goals.

What You'll Bring

Experience - Proven track record as a Network Domain Architect within a Managed Services environment.

Strategic Expertise - Ability to operate as a Design Authority on large accounts, leading bids, transitions, and complex solutions.

Technical Mastery - Deep understanding of:

Cisco ACI (multi-site & multi-pod)
Firewalls (Palo Alto, Checkpoint, Cisco Firepower, Cisco ASA & AnyConnect Remote Access)
Enterprise Wi-Fi (Cisco WLC or equivalent)
Networking Protocols (IPSEC, HSRP, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
Security Clearance - Must be eligible for SC clearance (UK residency for the last 5 years required).
People & Relationship Skills - Strong stakeholder management with the ability to influence and build trust.

Why Join Us?

✨ Hybrid Flexibility - Work remotely with occasional client site visits.
? Career Growth - Access to industry certifications, training, and professional development.
?‍♂️ Wellbeing & Support - Enjoy mental health resources, wellbeing apps, and an inclusive workplace culture.
? Impactful Work - Contribute to critical government and defence projects that shape the future of technology.

Ready to Make an Impact?

This is your chance to lead in a high-profile role, working alongside top professionals in the industry. If you're passionate about network architecture and ready to take on an exciting challenge, we'd love to hear from you!

? Apply now or reach out to Ellis on (phone number removed) to learn more.

Let's build the future together