Network Architect

Network Technical Architect - Full time on Site - INSIDE IR35 - £600 per day

This position requires a candidate with a Senior Network Engineer skill set, with experience in structured cabling and containment, network infrastructure and it's components and on-site implementation tasks. Due to the nature of the work you will have current and active UK SC Clearance or be able to obtain UK SC Clearance

The Network Architect will lead the technical design, coordination, and delivery of on-site network infrastructure projects. This role focuses heavily on physical network environments, including comms rooms, structured cabling, copper and fibre containment, and the implementation of enterprise-grade Cisco networking solutions. The ideal candidate will bring deep hands-on experience across network hardware, storage platforms, UPS systems, and broader infrastructure components required to build and support resilient IT environments.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead the design, planning, and on-site implementation of network infrastructure projects.
• Oversee comms room layouts, rack design, patching schemes, cable management and end to end structured cabling requirements (copper and fibre).
• Produce and maintain High-Level and Low-Level Designs (HLD/LLD), installation standards, and technical documentation.
• Provide technical assurance across containment design, labelling, pathways, and compliance with site installation best practices.
• Assist engineers in configuration, deployment, and troubleshooting Cisco network equipment (switching, routing, wireless, Firewalls).
• Support integration of storage platforms, SAN/NAS equipment, and associated networking.
• Plan and coordinate UPS installations, power requirements, and resilience considerations in line with site design.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, suppliers, and security teams to ensure seamless delivery of infrastructure solutions.
• Conduct on-site assessments, surveys, and hardware audits to validate designs and implement improvements.
• Ensure solutions align with operational, security, and compliance standards.
• Liaise effectively with 3rd parties and suppliers, working with them to produce quotes and manage deliverables.

Skills and Experience Required

• Strong technical background in enterprise network infrastructure and on-site implementation.
• Deep understanding of structured cabling (Cat5e/6/6a), fibre types, termination standards, containment, and patching systems.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco switching and routing technologies (IOS/NX-OS environments).
• Working knowledge of wireless technologies, VLANs, routing protocols, DHCP, DNS, and network segmentation.
• Experience working with storage systems (SAN/NAS) and their connectivity requirements.
• Familiarity with UPS technologies, power distribution, and environmental considerations for comms rooms.
• Ability to interpret and produce technical drawings, rack elevations, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Strong stakeholder communication skills and ability to lead technical discussions on-site.

Desirable

• Experience in secure or regulated environments (defence, government, critical national infrastructure).
• Knowledge of ITSM processes (ServiceNow or similar).
• Understanding of datacentre standards and best practices (cooling, redundancy, monitoring).
• Certifications such as CCNA/CCNP, CompTIA Network+/Server+, or vendor specific cabling accreditation.

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Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.

Should the role require the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, Reserved Post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

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