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Network Architect

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Posted on May 20, 2026 by CV-Library
City of London, City and County of the City of London, United Kingdom
IT
Immediate Start
£50 - £70 Hourly
Contract/Project
Network Architect (SC Cleared)

📍 Location: Remote

📄 Duration: 6 Months Contract + Extension

💰 Rate: £50.00 to £70.00 per hour (Inside IR35)

🔒 Security: Active SC Clearance Required

A major global IT systems integrator is seeking an experienced Network Architect to support a high-profile, secure public sector transition project. In this role, you will act as the key design authority, translating complex client requirements into robust, high-quality network infrastructure. This is highly collaborative, where you will bridge the gap between initial concepts and technical execution.

Key Responsibilities

Author and deliver comprehensive High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) documentation, guiding them through internal and stakeholder approval processes.
Lead network projects from a design perspective, ensuring all technical deliverables are met with precision.
Work closely with Network Engineers and the wider infrastructure team to coordinate the successful deployment of your designs.
Provide technical leadership, assist team members with architectural issues, and help compile hardware Bills of Materials (BoM).

Essential Skills

Network Design: Proven track record in architecture and design delivery for enterprise routing, switching, and firewalls.
Core Certification: Minimum CCNP level (or equivalent) across major enterprise networking vendors.
Firewall Expertise: Hands-on design experience with next-generation firewall platforms (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet, or Checkpoint).
Technical Documentation: Extensive experience producing high-quality architectural designs, blueprints, and implementation plans for large-scale environments

Desirable Skills

Exposure to cloud technologies (AWS, MS Azure, or Hybrid Cloud environments).
Experience with modern Software-Defined Networking (SDN) or Data Centre fabric overlays.

Due to the secure nature of this account, candidates must hold active SC clearance

📍Remote | 6 Months Contract + Extension | £50.00 to £70.00 per hour Inside IR35

If this seems of interest to you then please apply directly to the AD or send your CV to

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

Reference: 225136076

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Network Architect

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Posted on May 20, 2026 by CV-Library

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City of London, City and County of the City of London, United Kingdom
IT
Immediate Start
£50 - £70 Hourly
Contract/Project
Network Architect (SC Cleared)

📍 Location: Remote

📄 Duration: 6 Months Contract + Extension

💰 Rate: £50.00 to £70.00 per hour (Inside IR35)

🔒 Security: Active SC Clearance Required

A major global IT systems integrator is seeking an experienced Network Architect to support a high-profile, secure public sector transition project. In this role, you will act as the key design authority, translating complex client requirements into robust, high-quality network infrastructure. This is highly collaborative, where you will bridge the gap between initial concepts and technical execution.

Key Responsibilities

Author and deliver comprehensive High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) documentation, guiding them through internal and stakeholder approval processes.
Lead network projects from a design perspective, ensuring all technical deliverables are met with precision.
Work closely with Network Engineers and the wider infrastructure team to coordinate the successful deployment of your designs.
Provide technical leadership, assist team members with architectural issues, and help compile hardware Bills of Materials (BoM).

Essential Skills

Network Design: Proven track record in architecture and design delivery for enterprise routing, switching, and firewalls.
Core Certification: Minimum CCNP level (or equivalent) across major enterprise networking vendors.
Firewall Expertise: Hands-on design experience with next-generation firewall platforms (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet, or Checkpoint).
Technical Documentation: Extensive experience producing high-quality architectural designs, blueprints, and implementation plans for large-scale environments

Desirable Skills

Exposure to cloud technologies (AWS, MS Azure, or Hybrid Cloud environments).
Experience with modern Software-Defined Networking (SDN) or Data Centre fabric overlays.

Due to the secure nature of this account, candidates must hold active SC clearance

📍Remote | 6 Months Contract + Extension | £50.00 to £70.00 per hour Inside IR35

If this seems of interest to you then please apply directly to the AD or send your CV to

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
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Reference: 225136076

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