WAN Architect – Secure & Critical Projects
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Location: Basingstoke (Hybrid Model with regular travel to customer & company sites)
Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum + £6,000 Car Allowance + Performance Bonus
Clearance: You would need to be eligible for, or currently hold SC Clearance
Are you a talented WAN Architect looking to make a real impact? Ready to design and deliver cutting-edge network solutions for high-profile projects within the secure UK Defence and National Security sector?
We are partnering with a leading Global Technology Services Provider who are seeking a skilled WAN Architect to join their project delivery team.
In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in designing and implementing medium to large-scale, cost-effective network solutions that underpin critical national services.
This is a fantastic opportunity to leverage your technical expertise, providing leadership and ensuring the successful delivery of complex network infrastructures.
What you'll be doing:
* Take technical ownership of WAN solution design, from understanding intricate business and technical requirements through to successful delivery.
* Develop robust, high-quality design documentation (HLDs, LLDs) for multi-vendor network solutions (e.g., Cisco, Juniper).
* Lead solutions through internal and external governance reviews, ensuring compliance and best practice.
* Collaborate effectively with project managers, wider programme teams, and customers to ensure solutions are delivered on time and meet expectations.
* Architect innovative and sometimes non-standard solutions incorporating LAN, WAN, WiFi, VPN, Voice, Video, Cyber, and Security technologies.
* Manage technical risks and dependencies, demonstrating strong commercial and financial awareness.
* Act as a key technical point of contact, communicating calmly and concisely with diverse stakeholders, including customers.
What we're looking for:
* Demonstrable experience in designing and delivering complex network solutions, translating customer needs into tangible technical designs.
* Proven design expertise with technologies from multiple global network vendors (Cisco, Juniper strongly preferred).
* Strong foundational networking knowledge, ideally backed by industry certifications (e.g., CCNA/CCNP, JNCIA-Design/Junos, or equivalent experience).
* A solid understanding of the end-to-end project lifecycle, from initial requirements gathering to Operational Acceptance.
* Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills, with a proactive and decisive approach.
* Ability to take ownership, manage priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced project environment.
* Ideally, previous experience working within the UK Defence or National Security sector (SC or DV clearance, or eligibility for clearance, would be highly advantageous).
What's on offer:
* Competitive base salary up to £65,000.
* Generous £6,000 car allowance.
* Performance-related bonus scheme.
* Hybrid working model offering flexibility.
* The chance to work on significant, impactful projects within a secure and stimulating environment.
* Career development opportunities within a globally recognised technology leader.
Ready to take the next step in your Network Architecture career?
If you are a proactive WAN Architect with a passion for delivering excellence, we want to hear from you!
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