Lead Network Engineer (VMware NSX) - SC / DV ClearedLocation: Reading (On-site)Salary: Up to £75,000 + Company BonusTo apply, email: A highly secure government programme is looking for a Lead Network Engineer with strong expertise in VMware NSX to join a specialist networking team.This is a key technical role where you'll act as the subject matter expert for NSX, leading the design, implementation, and optimisation of network architectures within hyperconverged infrastructure environments. You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies to solve complex challenges in a secure setting.Due to the nature of the work, SC or DV clearance is required (DV eligible as a minimum).Key ResponsibilitiesLead the deployment and configuration of NSX-T componentsDesign and implement logical networking, distributed firewalling, load balancing, and VPN servicesDrive network virtualisation and micro-segmentation strategiesEnsure high availability, performance, and security across network servicesDesign and maintain identity and access management solutionsCollaborate with infrastructure, security, and automation teamsKey Skills & ExperienceStrong hands-on experience with:VMware NSX-TVMware AVI Load BalancersCisco secure networkingExperience working within hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) environmentsProven ability to design and deliver scalable network architecturesStrong understanding of identity and tiered access modelsExperience in highly automated environmentsDesirable ExperienceSD-WANNetwork monitoring and management toolsSecurity best practices and secure design principlesAutomation tools such as Ansible and Terraform