DV Cleared IP Network Engineer - Outside IR35 - 6 months - Farnborough OR Bristol

DV Cleared IP Network Engineer - 6 months - Farnborough OR Bristol - Outside IR35

Our close client is seeking a DV Cleared IP Network Engineer to deliver secure, resilient, and high-performance IP-based network solutions across Defence and Government environments. This hands-on role focuses on implementing, configuring, and supporting complex multi-vendor network and security infrastructures in mission-critical settings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver and support secure IP network solutions within Defence and Government environments.
• Implement and configure multi-vendor network technologies including Cisco, Nokia, and Palo Alto.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation, Low-Level Designs (LLD), and configuration templates.
• Work closely with architects to translate High-Level Designs (HLD) into deployable, compliant solutions.
• Perform network integration, testing, and validation activities.
• Troubleshoot complex routing, switching, and Firewall issues in high-security environments.
• Support ongoing network optimisation, performance tuning, and upgrades.
• Collaborate with cross-functional security, infrastructure, and operations teams to ensure service reliability and compliance.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Current DV clearance (mandatory).
• Strong practical expertise in IP Networking - routing, switching, and core network protocols (OSPF, BGP, MPLS, QoS).
• Hands-on experience with Cisco and Nokia network technologies.
• Proven experience configuring and managing Palo Alto Firewalls (security policies, VPNs, interfaces).
• Ability to produce clear and accurate Low-Level Designs and network documentation.
• Solid troubleshooting and diagnostic skills across multi-vendor network environments.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with experience working in Defence or other high-security environments.

Desirable:

• Experience with automation/Scripting tools (Python, Ansible, or similar).
• Knowledge of secure network architectures and accreditation processes (MOD or Government).
• Exposure to SDN or network orchestration platforms.

Contract Details:

• Duration: 6 months (view to extend)
• Day Rate: Competitive on Application
• Determination: Outside IR35
• Location: Farnborough OR Bristol (Onsite)
• Start Date: ASAP

DV Cleared IP Network Engineer - 6 months - Farnborough OR Bristol - Outside IR35