DV Network Architect

DV Network Architect (Contract) — Basingstoke, Hampshire (On-site)

Location: Basingstoke, Hampshire — 100% on-site
Clearance: Active DV Clearance is vital (non-negotiable)
Duration: 18+ months | Start: ASAP
IR35: Outside IR35 | Rate: £600/day

Overview

We’re seeking an experienced Network Architect to support a high-profile, highly secure programme delivering mission-critical network capabilities. This is a hands-on architecture role requiring strong technical depth across data centre and WAN networking, delivered in a controlled environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and evolve secure network architectures across enterprise-scale environments
• Produce HLD/LLD, implementation plans, and supporting technical documentation
• Lead architecture decisions across data centre, campus, and WAN domains
• Provide technical assurance and governance throughout delivery
• Partner with engineering/security teams to drive successful deployment
• Troubleshoot and optimise complex network services where required

Essential Skills & Experience

• Active DV Clearance (vital / must-have)
• Strong experience as a Network Architect on complex, secure programmes
• Deep knowledge of:
  • BGP
  • EVPN-VXLAN
  • SDN
  • WAN architecture & design
• Strong secure-by-design approach and network security fundamentals
• Excellent technical documentation and architecture artefact production