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Network Architect
- Posted 23 December 2025
- LocationLondon
- Discipline Business Transformation & Operations
- Reference7251
Job description
JOB TITLE:
Network Architect
LOCATION:
London (on-site)
SALARY:
Up to £72K plus 10% on target bonus
THE BUSINESS:
C4S Search are working with a growing organisation that delivers world-class, customer-focused network solutions across a wide range of environments, from bespoke designs to large enterprise-scale deployments.
You’ll be joining a customer-facing network engineering team with full responsibility for the design, implementation and ongoing support of secure, resilient, high-performance IP networks that play a critical role in protecting the society in which we live.
This is an opportunity to take a leading technical role while continuing to develop your skills, particularly as the team transitions towards software-defined and cloud-based networking approaches.
You will be required to be eligible for DV Clearance for this opportunity.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
KEY SKILLS:
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE:
BENEFITS:
HOW TO APPLY:
If you’re an experienced network engineer looking to take a leading role in designing and delivering complex network solutions, we’d love to hear from you.
Submit your CV or contact Charlotte Berry at C4S Search for a confidential discussion.
Network Architect
LOCATION:
London (on-site)
SALARY:
Up to £72K plus 10% on target bonus
THE BUSINESS:
C4S Search are working with a growing organisation that delivers world-class, customer-focused network solutions across a wide range of environments, from bespoke designs to large enterprise-scale deployments.
You’ll be joining a customer-facing network engineering team with full responsibility for the design, implementation and ongoing support of secure, resilient, high-performance IP networks that play a critical role in protecting the society in which we live.
This is an opportunity to take a leading technical role while continuing to develop your skills, particularly as the team transitions towards software-defined and cloud-based networking approaches.
You will be required to be eligible for DV Clearance for this opportunity.
- Lead the creation of high-level and low-level network designs for complex IP network solutions
- Take a hands-on role in the implementation of network solutions using vendor technologies such as Cisco
- Work directly with customers to understand requirements and translate these into effective technical designs
- Collaborate with support teams to ensure deployed solutions are manageable and fully supportable
- Provide third-line support for complex network issues when required
- Support wider project teams by setting technical direction and providing guidance throughout delivery
- Proven experience designing, building and providing third-line support for complex IP networks that are secure, scalable, resilient and high-performing
- Strong capability in setting the technical direction for complex or large-scale network solutions
- Experience producing both high-level and low-level network designs
- Knowledge of network security design, potentially including firewalls, IDS and IPS
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- A proactive approach to continuous learning and professional development
- Experience with enterprise or operator-scale routing design using protocols such as OSPF, IS-IS, BGP, LDP or RSVP
- Exposure to automation and Software Defined Networking approaches (e.g. Cisco DNAC, Ansible) – not essential, training will be supported
- Experience managing and engaging with internal and external stakeholders
- Relevant certifications such as Cisco CCNP Routing & Switching (desirable but not essential; hands-on experience is prioritised)
- Annual Bonus
- 10% Pension Contribution
- Dental Insurance, Healthcare and gym memberships
- Strong focus on technical development and upskilling
- Supportive and collaborative engineering culture
If you’re an experienced network engineer looking to take a leading role in designing and delivering complex network solutions, we’d love to hear from you.
Submit your CV or contact Charlotte Berry at C4S Search for a confidential discussion.
