Network Architect

+Permanent opportunity

+On site in Birmingham

+SC cleared role

+£70,000 plus £6k car plus 10% bonus

We are looking for a Legacy Technologies Network Architect to work on delivery opportunities taking place within the secure Defence and National Security sector. Your role will involve understanding the business and technical requirements and you will be responsible for producing the relevant design collateral (including passing any governance reviews), providing hands on configuration and implementation support, troubleshooting technical issues, and ensuring effective handover to service.

Experience:

Familiarity with legacy circuit-switched networks and point-to-point connectivity
Experience and skills in designing and implementing TDM networks, including TDM multiplexers, demultiplexers, and synchronization techniques
Experience and skills in configuring and managing routers, switches, and other network devices for both point-to-point and packet-switched networks.
Knowledge and experience of SDH, WDM, ATM and Frame-Relay, circuit to packet emulation (CTP) including limitations and constraints, particularly in respect of timing, and layer 2 connectivity solutions.
Implementing QoS to manage bandwidth and ensure reliable data transmission, especially for real-time applications such as VoIP.
Implementing relevant security measures such as encryption, authentication, and secure routing protocols
Ability to diagnose and resolve issues in both point-to-point and packet-switched networks
Familiarity with older networking equipment and software used in point-to-point networks
Demonstrable design experience including production of quality technical documentation for delivery and solution support.
Solid understanding of project end to end life cycle.
Excellent communication skills with multiple stakeholders, good team player, and good experience of the defence sector.If you'd like to discuss this Network Architect role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch