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 07441920863 to learn more.
Let's build the future together! 🚀