Network Architect in Basingstoke

Network Architect in Basingstoke

Basingstoke Full-Time No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Design and develop secure network architectures for enterprise and defence environments.
  • Company: Join a high-profile MOD programme delivering mission-critical network capabilities.
  • Benefits: Competitive daily rate of £550-£650, outside IR35, and hands-on role.
  • Other info: Collaborative team environment with opportunities for professional growth.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in a secure environment with cutting-edge networking technologies.
  • Qualifications: Active DV Clearance and proven experience as a Network Architect.
  • Network Architect
  • +DV cleared
  • +On site in Hampshire
  • +Outside IR35

We are seeking an experienced Network Architect to join a high‑profile MOD programme delivering secure, mission‑critical network capabilities.

This is a hands‑on architecture role requiring deep technical expertise across modern data centre and wide area networking technologies.

Working within a highly secure environment, you will be responsible for designing, assuring and evolving complex network architectures that support large‑scale digital transformation and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop secure network architectures for enterprise and defence environments.
  • Produce high and low‑level network designs, technical documentation and implementation plans.
  • Lead network architecture decisions across data centre, campus and WAN environments.
  • Provide technical assurance and governance throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Collaborate with engineering, security and delivery teams to ensure successful deployment of network solutions.
  • Support troubleshooting and optimisation of complex network infrastructures.

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Active DV Clearance.
  • Proven experience operating as a Network Architect within complex enterprise or defence environments.

• Strong expertise in

  • BGP
  • EVPN‑VXLAN
  • Software Defined Networking (SDN)
  • WAN Architecture and Design
  • Experience with modern data centre networking technologies and architectures.
  • Strong understanding of network security principles and secure‑by‑design approaches.
  • Ability to produce detailed technical designs and architecture documentation.
  • Experience working within large‑scale transformation or infrastructure programmes.
  • Experience delivering solutions within MOD.

If you'd like to discuss this Network Architect role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

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Network Architect in Basingstoke employer: Energy Jobline ZR

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Contact Details:

Energy Jobline ZR Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Network Architect in Basingstoke

Network Architecture
BGP
EVPN-VXLAN
Software Defined Networking (SDN)
WAN Architecture and Design
Data Centre Networking Technologies
Network Security Principles