Excellent opportunity to join a global leading IT MSP working in the defence sector. My client is seeking an experienced Network Architect (BPS/CAS) to take technical ownership of projects focused on cyber monitoring and remote access. This role will play a pivotal part in a large, high-profile programme, leading the analysis of new requirements, shaping technical solutions and providing expert guidance across the full project lifecycle. The successful candidate will act as a senior technical authority producing high-level designs, overseeing proof-of-concept activities and ensuring that delivered solutions align with customer strategy, security standards and operational needs. Whats on Offer Salary up to £70,000 £6,000 car allowance 15% company bonus 10% security clearance bonus Open in Basingstoke or Bracknell 10% pension contribution Private medical insurance Additional benefits and strong career development within a mission-critical environment What You Need Proven experience analysing customer requirements and producing high-level and low-level network designs using technologies from multiple leading vendors Ability to evaluate customer strategy, operations and processes, translating these into effective technical solutions that improve performance Strong background in technical leadership and ownership, guiding solution design and delivery across all phases of large-scale projects Broad networking expertise including: Juniper / Cisco switching and configuration (or similar), WAN routing MPLS and BGP, Network gateways, VPNs and remote access (e.g. AnyConnect) Experience with Cisco Firepower, Gigamon, Palo Alto or similar Protocols such as SNMP, TCP, TLS, PKI, HTTP, Sockets API Understanding of platforms used to collect, analyse and store security event data, including automation and orchestration of incident response Experience with performance testing of cyber monitoring tools sizing, capacity planning and troubleshooting Solid appreciation of end-to-end project lifecycles with commercial awareness of risks and dependencies Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the confidence to make timely, informed decisions Security Requirement: Applicants must be eligible and willing to undergo a high level of security clearance. O.K. I'm in what's next? Apply with your latest CV below