Job Description
Network Architect (DV Cleared / Single UK National)Basingstoke | Fully On-site | £600+ per day | Contract
We’re looking for an experienced Network Architect to join a multi-skilled, agile engineering team delivering complex and secure infrastructure solutions from a customer site in Basingstoke.
This is a hands-on, technically challenging role where collaboration is key. You’ll work closely with security, service, and management teams, contributing to project delivery while shaping and improving network architectures in a high-security environment.
If you enjoy owning complex network designs end-to-end and taking accountability for delivery, performance, and continuous improvement, this role will suit you well.
What you’ll be doing
* Delivering technical implementation of medium to large network infrastructures
* Working on project deployments including installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance
* Supporting project SMEs with preventative maintenance and configuration improvements
* Identifying risks, meeting delivery timescales, and contributing to technical frameworks on larger projects
* Implementing technical best practice independently within a team environment
* Managing systems in line with SLAs, identifying and delivering service improvements
* Owning complex technical issues and working with third-party suppliers where required
* Keeping up to date with new networking technologies, tools, and approaches to drive continuous improvement
What we’re looking for
* Proven experience implementing LAN networks and infrastructure patching from design specifications
* Strong background providing architectural and technical guidance to ensure compatibility with:
o Enterprise architectures
o Policies, standards, and security strategies
* Experience delivering work to agreed deadlines and cost constraints
* Ability to provide timely fixes or workarounds where issues arise
* Understanding that solutions often require process, service, or operating model changes, not just technology
* Comfortable working in complex, secure environments with multiple stakeholders
Role details
* Rate: £600+ per day
* Contract: 6-month initial engagement
* Location: Basingstoke (BSN01) – 5 days per week on-site
* Clearance: High-level clearance required (Single UK National only)
* Working pattern: Monday to Friday
* Start: ASAP
This is a strong opportunity for a Network Architect who wants to be hands-on, influential, and part of a collaborative team delivering secure, high-impact infrastructure.