11 of 11 Contract Network Architect Jobs in the UK

Network Architect Initial 6-month Contract Role 3 days a week in London office £400 - £450, Inside IR35 We're looking for a Network Architect on behalf of a Global Services Provider where you will design, implement, and manage data, security networks including LAN, WAN, and SDWAN. As a Network Architect, you will be … responsible for: Lead and mentor the Network team in assessing, designing, and implementing LAN, WLAN, and SDWAN solutions. Analyse customer networks and business need to develop tailored network architectures (HLD/LLD). Deploy, migrate, and maintain LAN/WAN/SDWAN infrastructures for optimal performance and reliability. Ensure network security through effective design, configuration, and implementation … of firewalls, VPNs, and access controls. Monitor network performance, perform capacity planning, and resolve complex technical issues. Manage vendors, BOMs, and procurement of networking equipment and software. Maintain detailed documentation of network designs, configurations, and changes. Proven skills and experience to help you succeed in this role: Extensive experience working as a Network Architect CCNP and More ❯

Senior Network Architect Initial 6-month Contract Role 2 days a week in Central London office £550 - £585, Inside IR35 We're partnering with a Global IT Partner who are looking for a Senior Network Architect with proven cloud migration experience to design and deliver secure, scalable network solutions across a large enterprise environment. As … a Senior Network Architect, you will be responsible for: Lead network architecture and design to support large-scale cloud migrations (AWS/Azure/GCP). Develop hybrid connectivity strategies and ensure performance, security, and resilience. Assess existing network infrastructure and develop strategies for optimization, scalability, and security. Collaborate with cloud architects, security teams, and infrastructure … engineers to ensure seamless integration. Define network architecture standards, patterns, and best practices. Requirements: Extensive experience working as a Network Architect/Senior Network Engineer Strong understanding of network architecture, design principles, and security. Demonstrable experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Experience supporting or leading cloud migration or hybrid network transformation More ❯

Network Architect Initial 6-month Contract Role 2 days a week in Coventry office £550 - £585, Inside IR35 We're looking for a Network Architect on behalf of a Global Services Provider who has expertise in Palto Alto Networks and Cisco ACI to lead enterprise network design, governance, and delivery. As a Network Architect, you will be responsible for: Design and document secure, scalable enterprise network architectures across data centre and hybrid environments. Lead Cisco ACI fabric designs, integrations, and policy automation. Architect and implement Palo Alto security solutions, including Next-Gen Firewalls and Prisma Access (SASE). Participate in architectural governance (HLDs, TDAs) and gain design approvals. Provide technical leadership … during delivery, ensuring adherence to standards and security principles. Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, and cybersecurity teams to ensure end-to-end solution integrity. Core Technical Skills: Extensive experience in network engineering, including 3-5 years in architecture/design Proven experience with Palto Alto and Cisco ACI in large-scale enterprise environments Relevant certifications (e.g., Palo Alto PCNSE, Cisco More ❯

Network Architect Initial 6-month Contract Role 3 days a week in London office £400 - £450, Inside IR35 We're looking for a Network Architect on behalf of a Global Services Provider where you will design, implement, and manage data, security networks including LAN, WAN, and SDWAN. As a Network Architect, you will be … responsible for: Lead and mentor the Network team in assessing, designing, and implem click apply for full job details More ❯

Network Architect - Warwickshire 6 Months Outside IR35 - Up to £650 per day The Network Solution Architect designs and documents enterprise network architectures for LAN, WAN, WLAN, and cloud environments to ensure optimal performance, scalability, and security. This role collaborates with stakeholders to align solutions with business objectives, maintains network standards and roadmaps, leads designs … workshops, resolving complex networking issues, updating architecture standards to meet business and compliance needs, and integrating security features like Zero Trust, segmentation, and NAC into designs. Key skills Design network architectures for cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, and GCP. Integrate hybrid and multi-cloud networks and services. Develop automation tools and scripts for network management and operational … processes (e.g., Terraform, Ansible). Deploy network performance monitoring systems, including SolarWinds or Cisco DNA Center, to maintain system performance and uptime. Knowledge of IPv4/IPv6, routing, switching, subnetting, VLANs, NAT, and QoS Proficient in BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS, STP, VXLAN, DNS, DHCP Familiar with SDN and SD-WAN (Cisco Viptela, Meraki, VMware NSX, Fortinet) Experience with VPNs More ❯

Senior Network Architect – Remote (1-Month Contract) Start Date: ASAP Duration: 1 Month (Full-Time Engagement) Location: Remote/Flexible Rate: £350 to £400 per day (Outside IR35) We’re working with one of our key channel partners on an urgent requirement for an experienced Senior Network Architect to support a global connectivity programme. This is … with strong Fortinet and Cisco experience. Scope of Work: SD-WAN design and standards development Management networks and LAN services Virtualisation optimisation Remote access architecture Contribution to overall global network design Deliverables: Design documentation and reference architecture for global rollout Collaboration with engineering and project teams Support handover to deployment teams More ❯

Role: Network Architect - Gov/Security sector Location : Hybrid - Home and occasional travel to Southwest locations Rate: £650 per day (outside IR35) Duration: 12 months Key Skills: Network/WAN modernisation project experience, supplier engagement, supplier transition, high- and low-level network design, broad network experience, (Cisco, Fortinet, SD-WAN, checkpoints etc.) ** eligibility for SC … clearance is essential for this role - see note ** Our Client: Public Sector/Government organisation The Role: To lead on the successful delivery of Network (WAN) modernisation project The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate: 10+ years' experience in network engineering up to and including senior Network Architecture roles Able to evidence leading on the delivery … of mid to large scale WAN modernisation projects Extensive experience in supplier engagement, with experience of challenging network designs and managing supplier relationships through project challenges Strong project management skills Excellent communication skills to be able to articulate technical designs and principles to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Clean and current UK driving license Eligibility for the necessary security More ❯

Network Architect - Enhanced SC or DV Cleared - £715 a day - London Hybrid Rate: £700 - £750 a day Location : Hybrid - 3 days a week in London Clearance: DV + UK Sole National You will join a global IT consultancy who are delivering digital transformation to a central government agency. The role: Strategic network delivery of design artifacts in … alignment with project schedule. Artefacts include, but not limited to: Site specific network design (HLD/LLD) Passive infrastructure design and laydown System specific active equipment installation design Rack layouts Patching schedules Enterprise, Local IT & Other Government Department (OGD) System Owner engagement to ensure alignment of proposed system implementation. Strong technical background with understanding of end-to-end system … design and dependencies. Network Architecture & Design Network Implementation Passive (fibre & copper, vertical (backbone) & horizontal) infrastructure design LANs & WANs WAN circuit dependencies and provisioning Data Encryption (cryptos) End User Device (EUD), computer storage, etc dependencies upon network infrastructure. Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) Understanding of system delivery lifecycle through Service Design, Service Transition, Service Acceptance and Live Service Working More ❯

Apply online only)/Day Outside IR35 6-12 Months Duration 2 visits per month to Office London/South East We are seeking a visionary Network Architect to lead the design and strategic direction of our next-generation network infrastructure. This role will be pivotal in delivering a multi-year transformation programme focused on replacing legacy … systems, enabling cloud-first operations, and fostering inter-trust collaboration. This is a strategic architecture role , not a hands-on implementation or BAU position. Key Responsibilities Strategic Network Architecture Design Define the target network architecture , supporting cloud-first operations and minimal on-premise infrastructure. Architect solutions optimised for cloud-hosted clinical systems and the Microsoft Fabric analytics … platform . Design inter-trust network integration models to enable shared resilience, economies of scale, and collaborative working. Develop a connectivity strategy balancing direct internet access, cloud on-ramps, and secure private links. Model support for emerging technologies including IoT, AI/ML, and advanced emergency communications. Design a zero-trust, cloud-native security architecture Consolidated Roadmap & Transition Architecture More ❯

Network Telecom Transformation Architect (Fixed, Telecom, Enterprise, Cloud) 6 Month Contract Newbury/Reading (Hybrid) £425-£450/day (Outside IR35) Telecom & Enterprise Transformation Specialist Architect (Fixed, Enterprise) to lead and execute large-scale digitalisation and Network Transformation initiatives. Define end-to-end architecture across IP/MPLS, SR/SRv6, SD-WAN, FTTx, Broadband, and … Key skills, experience + tasks will include: Core: IP/MPLS, SR/SRv6, SD-WAN (multi-vendor environments including Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, Versa, etc.), FTTx, Broadband, Telco Cloud, Network Automation. Strategic: NaaS/NaaP enablement, TMF/MEF alignment, Service Catalogs, API exposure. Automation & Cloud: Cloud-native architectures, AI/GenAI in Operations, observability frameworks. Transformation: OSS/… BSS modernization & Solution governance, stakeholder management, and multi-domain delivery experience. End-to-end network transformation across Fixed, IP/MPLS, SD-WAN, FTTx, and Telco Cloud domains; architecting scalable, automated, and API-driven network platforms aligned with TMF and MEF standards; Define end-to-end architecture across IP/MPLS, SR/SRv6, SD-WAN, FTTx, Broadband More ❯

Security Cleared Network Engineer/Architect - Shift Work - Fully on-site - Cumbria - £550 per day INSIDE IR35 We are looking for a Security Cleared Network Engineer/Architect to work on-site and cover shift patterns. You will be configuring core infrastructure components such as Switches/Routers/WAN/Firewalls/Load Balancers and … WiFi Access points. Alongside this you will work and create LLD from approved HLD's and help perform impact assessments. Key skills:- Network Architecture HLD/LLD Cisco Palo Alto Active Directory Netscaler Cisco SDA Meraki Damia Group Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for More ❯