Network Architect

Network Architect

Initial 6-month Contract Role

2 days a week in Coventry office

£550 - £585, Inside IR35

We're looking for a Network Architect on behalf of a Global Services Provider who has expertise in Palto Alto Networks and Cisco ACI to lead enterprise network design, governance, and delivery.

As a Network Architect, you will be responsible for:

• Design and document secure, scalable enterprise network architectures across data centre and hybrid environments.
• Lead Cisco ACI fabric designs, integrations, and policy automation.
• Architect and implement Palo Alto security solutions, including Next-Gen Firewalls and Prisma Access (SASE).
• Participate in architectural governance (HLDs, TDAs) and gain design approvals.
• Provide technical leadership during delivery, ensuring adherence to standards and security principles.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, and cybersecurity teams to ensure end-to-end solution integrity.

Core Technical Skills:

• Extensive experience in network engineering, including 3-5 years in architecture/design
• Proven experience with Palto Alto and Cisco ACI in large-scale enterprise environments
• Relevant certifications (eg, Palo Alto PCNSE, Cisco CCNP/CCIE, AWS/Azure Networking) are desirable
• Experience with Cisco ACI Data Centre, Palto Alto Firewalls etc.

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