SD-WAN Network Consultant

SD-WAN Network Consultant

Leeds (Hybrid - 2 days per week)Salary: paying between £65,000-80,000, depending on experience.

A leading ISP is seeking an experienced SD-WAN Network Consultant to join their dynamic engineering team. This is a high-impact role where you'll operate at the intersection of technical delivery and strategic design, acting as both a trusted advisor to delivery teams and a vital conduit between Sales/Presales and Engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical escalation point for delivery teams, providing expert guidance on complex SD-WAN deployments.
• Collaborate closely with Presales to translate customer requirements into robust, scalable network solutions.
• Own the creation of detailed Low-Level Designs (LLDs) for enterprise-scale SD-WAN rollouts spanning 300 to 1000+ sites.
• Ensure design integrity and alignment with customer expectations throughout the project lifecycle
• Contribute to the development of best practices and design standards across the SD-WAN portfolio.

Required experience/knowledge

• Proven experience in designing and implementing SD-WAN solutions across large, multi-site environments.
• Strong understanding of routing protocols, WAN optimisation, and cloud integration.
• Ability to produce comprehensive LLDs and technical documentation.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to liaise effectively between technical and commercial teams.
• CCNP level knowledge (ideally certified)
• Relevant certifications such as Fortinet NSE 7 SD-WAN, or equivalent are highly desirable.

Must be eligible for SC Clearance.

Hybrid based.

Paying between £65,000-80,000 depending on experience.