MOD SC Cleared Network Engineer - Barrow-in-Furness
£480 - £515 per day | 12-Month Contract | Full-Time Onsite
We are looking for an experienced MOD SC Cleared Network Engineer to join a high-profile defence programme based onsite in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria (LA14 4BN).
This is a long-term contract opportunity working within a secure environment, collaborating with project managers, SMEs, architects, and operational support teams to deliver critical infrastructure and network projects.
Essential Requirements
* Active MOD SC Clearance
* Sole UK National
* Must not have spent more than 28 consecutive days outside the UK within the last 5 years
* Available to work 5 days onsite in Barrow-in-Furness
* Must work Umbrella company
Contract Details
* Rate: £480 - £515 per day
* Duration: 12-month contract
* Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
* Working Pattern: Full-time onsite
The Role
You will support the delivery and integration of complex enterprise network infrastructure solutions within a secure defence environment.
Key responsibilities include:
* Installation and configuration of network hardware and infrastructure
* Infrastructure surveys (wired and wireless)
* Office moves, adds, and changes
* Technical refresh of network hardware and cabling
* Configuration of:
o Switches
o Routers
o Firewalls
o Load balancers
o Voice systems
* Network impact assessments
* Testing and analysis against predefined plans
* Collaboration with project delivery and support teams to ensure smooth transition into live services
Skills & Experience Required
* Minimum 5 years' experience in Network Engineering roles
* Strong experience with:
o Switching & routing
o Firewall technologies
o Load balancing
o Enterprise voice networks
* Cisco CCNA certified (or vendor equivalent)
* Strong understanding of:
o Network security
o VPN technologies
o Converged networks
o LAN/WAN infrastructure
o Broadband technologies
* Experience with enterprise-level installation, configuration, and troubleshooting
* Knowledge of:
o Racking
o Structured cabling
o Containment systems and standards
* SME-level expertise in one or more technical areas is advantageous
Ideal Candidate
You will be adaptable, delivery-focused, and comfortable operating in fast-paced, secure environments with changing priorities and high standards of delivery.
If you hold active MOD SC Clearance and are looking for your next long-term onsite contract within defence infrastructure, apply now.