At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead WAN architecture and ensure top-notch design governance for complex networks.
- Company: Join a secure Defence environment with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic, regulated environment with excellent career advancement potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on critical network services and transformation initiatives.
- Qualifications: Extensive WAN design experience and strong knowledge of networking technologies.
The predicted salary is between 57704 - 70528 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced WAN Architect to provide technical leadership, architecture assurance and design governance across a complex Fixed Networks portfolio. You will assure WAN designs and supplier deliverables, support service transition and new service introduction, manage technology lifecycle and obsolescence, and contribute to future network transformation initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide WAN architecture expertise and technical assurance across enterprise network services.
- Review and assure HLDs, LLDs, RFCs, impact assessments, security and accreditation documentation.
- Ensure solutions align with Defence Digital standards, security requirements and strategic roadmaps.
- Support service transition, onboarding, testing and go-live activities.
- Work closely with MSPs, suppliers and stakeholders to manage technical risks and resolve design issues.
- Support lifecycle, obsolescence and replacement planning.
- Assess emerging technologies including SDN, SD-WAN, network automation, cloud connectivity and secure remote access.
- Contribute to Technical Design Authorities, governance forums and network transformation programmes.
Essential Skills
- Extensive experience designing and assuring enterprise WAN solutions.
- Strong knowledge of MPLS, IP networking, routing, SD-WAN, network security and remote access technologies.
- Experience reviewing complex network architecture and design documentation.
- Knowledge of network monitoring, management and telecommunications infrastructure.
- Experience working in secure, regulated or Defence/Government environments.
- Strong supplier assurance, stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Familiarity with architectural governance, security assurance and Technical Design Authorities.
Desirable
- TOGAF, CCNP/CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, ITIL and/or CISSP qualifications are advantageous.
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior WAN Architect to support critical network services and transformation activity within a highly secure Defence environment.
WAN Architect / SME in Corsham employer: CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
At CBSbutler, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our Hampshire location provides a secure environment for our DV Cleared Infrastructure Test Engineers to thrive, with competitive rates and opportunities for professional growth within a high-profile infrastructure programme. Join us to be part of a team that values your expertise and supports your career development in a meaningful way.
Contact Details:
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler Recruitment Team
