Network Architect

6 days ago

Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Brookwood Recruitment Ltd Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

Senior Network Architect – WAN Modernisation & National Communications Programmes
Location:
 Remote, occasional travel in Thames Valley region

Contract:
 6 months initial (possible extensions)

Rate:
£650 per day (outside IR35)

About The Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Network Architect to provide technical leadership across two high-profile programmes:

  1. Network Modernisation:
    Leading the migration from traditional MPLS/DVPN networks to Fortinet SD-WAN, including managing supplier transitions and ensuring continuity across multi-site environments.
  2. National Communications Programme:
    Supporting engagement with the Emergency Services Mobile Communications Programme (ESN/ESMCP), maintaining awareness of TETRA/Airwave systems and national initiatives.

What You'll Do:

  • Provide strategic technical oversight and leadership on large-scale network programmes.
  • Challenge and guide third-party network designs to ensure secure, high-quality delivery.
  • Oversee supplier transitions, including offboarding and onboarding, maintaining service excellence.
  • Advise on Cisco LAN environments, including Cisco Catalyst technologies.
  • Support secure-by-design practices and act as a trusted technical advisor to stakeholders.

What We're Looking For (Essential):

  • Proven experience leading WAN modernisation programmes, particularly MPLS to SD-WAN migrations.
  • Hands-on experience with Fortinet SD-WAN solutions.
  • Strong background in Cisco LAN infrastructure.
  • Experience in customer-side technical leadership during supplier network transitions.
  • Experience in secure or "blue light" environments (policing or emergency services preferred).
  • Demonstrable ability to lead complex projects and resolve challenging situations.
  • Awareness of TETRA/Airwave networks and ESN/ESMCP programme.

Desirable:

  • Experience with national or multi-site programmes.
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNP, Fortinet NSE).

This is a high-impact, strategic role where your technical expertise and leadership will directly influence the success of critical network and communications programmes.

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