Network Architect - NPPV3

Network Architect Specialist Location: Dorset/Cornwall - hybrid working (3 days onsite per week) Contract Type: 3 months initially Daily Rate: £600 - £690 (inside IR35 via umbrella) ACTIVE NPPV3 clearance is essential Are you a talented Network Architect looking for your next challenge? Join our client's innovative team in Dorset/Cornwall, where you'll design and deliver cutting-edge technology solutions for global customers. This role operates under a hybrid working model, requiring you to be in the office for three days a week, with two flexible work-from-home days. Why This Role Matters In this position, you'll be instrumental in shaping the secure, high-performance solutions that underpin essential national services and major enterprise networks. Your contributions will support digital transformation efforts across 180+ countries, allowing you to grow your technical skills in a collaborative and innovative environment. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end technical solution design and delivery, ensuring alignment with time, cost, and quality requirements. Work on complex technical designs and provide support for in-life solutions as needed. Deliver integrated solutions that span multiple technologies and understand their interdependencies. Manage technical and commercial risks while communicating effectively with senior stakeholders. Identify opportunities for cross-selling and continuous improvement. Present technical solutions, articulate design decisions, and highlight business benefits. Contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives within design squads. Mentor less experienced team members and lead large-scale engagements. What We're Looking For Proven experience in technical design and solution delivery. Strong working knowledge of various relevant technologies and products. Ability to deliver component-level designs while adhering to governance standards. Skilled in recognising and managing technical and commercial risks proactively. Excellent communication skills for engaging with both internal and external senior stakeholders. Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders. Experience in lifecycle cost considerations and engaging in commercial discussions. Understanding of SLAs and customer business contexts. Technical Skills Required Proficiency in routing and switching technologies. Experience with Cisco platforms (ISR, C9200, C9300, C9500, ASR1001, Nexus 7k, Nexus 9k). Familiarity with VLAN, VXLAN, VRF, OSPF, and BGP. Knowledge of F5 technologies and datacentre architecture/design. Hands-on experience in datacentre implementation. Additional Information The office is conveniently located just an 11-minute walk from Poole train station. Please note that this role requires NPPV 3 Clearance, and we cannot provide Visa sponsorship. If you're excited about this opportunity but don't meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. Our client is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Join a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and making a positive impact. Apply today! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you