Network IT is recruiting for an experienced Senior Network Architect reporting directly to the CTO at our client, who is about to undergo enterprise network and datacentre transformation. This is a key role leading the architecture for a major new programme, with responsibility for designing and governing secure, resilient, and scalable network solutions across complex enterprise environments. You will own end-to-end network architecture across physical and logical domains, including LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, cloud networking, firewalls, load balancers, VPNs, and network security services. Working closely with senior stakeholders, delivery teams, and suppliers, you will ensure solutions align with business objectives, security requirements, and enterprise architecture standards. Please note this is a DV Cleared role. We can only accept applications from British Citizens. Role: SeniorNetwork Architect Duration: 9 Months Rate: £790 per day Status: Inside IR35 Location: Milton Keynes Working Arrangement: Hybrid 3 days onsite Key Responsibilities Lead architecture and design for large scale network and connectivity solutions. Produce and govern high and low-level designs, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and security standards. Provide technical leadership and guidance to architects, engineers, and project teams. Review and assure complex technical solutions through governance and design authority processes. Engage with business stakeholders, suppliers, and delivery teams to translate requirements into robust technical designs. Drive network strategy, standards, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives. Support risk management, compliance, and operational assurance activities. Experience Extensive experience in enterprise network architecture and design. Strong expertise in E2E datacentre design and hybrid cloud networking. Proven delivery of secure, resilient, and cost effective LAN, WAN, and cloud network solutions. Deep technical knowledge of Cisco networking technologies (ACI, Nexus, Catalyst, ASR, Firepower/NGFW), VMware NSX, and Palo Alto Firewalls. Experience designing and governing networking across VMware private cloud, Microsoft on-premises, and Azure and/or AWS environments. Strong customer facing and stakeholder management skills. Experience producing and reviewing architecture artefacts using TOGAF and recognised architecture frameworks. Knowledge of UK Government security frameworks, NCSC guidance, Secure by Design, Zero Trust, and cloud security principles. Experience with network automation, orchestration, and air-gapped or highly secure environments. Relevant certifications such as CCNP, PCNSE, VCP-NV, Azure Network Engineer, AWS Solutions Architect, or equivalent experience. DV Clearance. JBRP1_UKTJ
13/06/2026
Full time
Network IT is recruiting for an experienced Senior Network Architect reporting directly to the CTO at our client, who is about to undergo enterprise network and datacentre transformation. This is a key role leading the architecture for a major new programme, with responsibility for designing and governing secure, resilient, and scalable network solutions across complex enterprise environments. You will own end-to-end network architecture across physical and logical domains, including LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, cloud networking, firewalls, load balancers, VPNs, and network security services. Working closely with senior stakeholders, delivery teams, and suppliers, you will ensure solutions align with business objectives, security requirements, and enterprise architecture standards. Please note this is a DV Cleared role. We can only accept applications from British Citizens. Role: SeniorNetwork Architect Duration: 9 Months Rate: £790 per day Status: Inside IR35 Location: Milton Keynes Working Arrangement: Hybrid 3 days onsite Key Responsibilities Lead architecture and design for large scale network and connectivity solutions. Produce and govern high and low-level designs, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and security standards. Provide technical leadership and guidance to architects, engineers, and project teams. Review and assure complex technical solutions through governance and design authority processes. Engage with business stakeholders, suppliers, and delivery teams to translate requirements into robust technical designs. Drive network strategy, standards, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives. Support risk management, compliance, and operational assurance activities. Experience Extensive experience in enterprise network architecture and design. Strong expertise in E2E datacentre design and hybrid cloud networking. Proven delivery of secure, resilient, and cost effective LAN, WAN, and cloud network solutions. Deep technical knowledge of Cisco networking technologies (ACI, Nexus, Catalyst, ASR, Firepower/NGFW), VMware NSX, and Palo Alto Firewalls. Experience designing and governing networking across VMware private cloud, Microsoft on-premises, and Azure and/or AWS environments. Strong customer facing and stakeholder management skills. Experience producing and reviewing architecture artefacts using TOGAF and recognised architecture frameworks. Knowledge of UK Government security frameworks, NCSC guidance, Secure by Design, Zero Trust, and cloud security principles. Experience with network automation, orchestration, and air-gapped or highly secure environments. Relevant certifications such as CCNP, PCNSE, VCP-NV, Azure Network Engineer, AWS Solutions Architect, or equivalent experience. DV Clearance. JBRP1_UKTJ
LA International Computer Consultants Ltd
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
We are looking for a Lead Technical Architect with strong and broad knowledge and experience across the wide Technical Architecture space but focussing on Networking. Experience of E2E Datacentre design would be key along with strong customer facing skills. The successful candidate will: - Lead network architecture and implementation activities within this bespoke space: - Own the end-to-end network architecture across physical and logical domains, including but not limited to, WAN, LAN, SD-WAN, Wi-Fi, VPN, Firewalls, load balancers, and network security services. - Lead the design and planning of scalable, resilient, and secure network solutions that meet business, technical, and cyber security requirements. - Govern technical designs within your domain before submission to the TDA to ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, business priorities, and recognised frameworks such as ITIL and TOGAF. - Define and maintain network architectural standards, patterns, and guardrails that promote interoperability, resilience, and cost efficiency across the technology estate. - Develop and maintain network architecture artefacts. Essential Experience includes: - Proven experience designing and governing secure networks using VMware (private cloud), Microsoft on-premise, and multi-cloud (Azure and/or AWS) technologies. - Led scalable, resilient, and cost-efficient LAN, WAN, and hybrid cloud network designs. - Translate business/security requirements into secure, efficient, and cost-effective designs. - Experience in reviewing and assuring complex solutions and authored concise and high quality high and low-level designs (conceptual, logical, and physical architecture layers) using the TOGAF framework. - Demonstrable expertise in network automation, provisioning, and orchestration. - Knowledge in designing secure or air-gapped platforms within the government sector. - Knowledge of NCSC, GDS, and UK government security frameworks, including Secure by Design, Cloud Security Principles, Government Functional Standards, and the Technology Code of Practice. - Design knowledge of modern practices such as zero trust architecture and network automation. - Designing cloud-native networking within Microsoft Azure/AWS (Azure VNet/AWS VPC). - You will have deep technical knowledge across physical and logical network architectures, including Cisco (ACI, ASA, Firepower (NGFW), ASR, Catalyst, and Nexus), VMware NSX, and Palo Alto Firewalls. - You will have a strong understanding of networking protocols and technologies such as VLANs, MPLS, IPsec, OSPF, BGP, SD-WAN, SDN, TCP/IP, ICMP, VPN, DNS, and QoS. - Design knowledge of F5 BIG-IP (LTM, ASM) and experience with monitoring platforms such as SolarWinds and PRTG. - You will understand the design, configuration, integration, and operation of high-grade encryption devices used to protect classified sensitive information. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 18 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.
12/06/2026
Contractor
We are looking for a Lead Technical Architect with strong and broad knowledge and experience across the wide Technical Architecture space but focussing on Networking. Experience of E2E Datacentre design would be key along with strong customer facing skills. The successful candidate will: - Lead network architecture and implementation activities within this bespoke space: - Own the end-to-end network architecture across physical and logical domains, including but not limited to, WAN, LAN, SD-WAN, Wi-Fi, VPN, Firewalls, load balancers, and network security services. - Lead the design and planning of scalable, resilient, and secure network solutions that meet business, technical, and cyber security requirements. - Govern technical designs within your domain before submission to the TDA to ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, business priorities, and recognised frameworks such as ITIL and TOGAF. - Define and maintain network architectural standards, patterns, and guardrails that promote interoperability, resilience, and cost efficiency across the technology estate. - Develop and maintain network architecture artefacts. Essential Experience includes: - Proven experience designing and governing secure networks using VMware (private cloud), Microsoft on-premise, and multi-cloud (Azure and/or AWS) technologies. - Led scalable, resilient, and cost-efficient LAN, WAN, and hybrid cloud network designs. - Translate business/security requirements into secure, efficient, and cost-effective designs. - Experience in reviewing and assuring complex solutions and authored concise and high quality high and low-level designs (conceptual, logical, and physical architecture layers) using the TOGAF framework. - Demonstrable expertise in network automation, provisioning, and orchestration. - Knowledge in designing secure or air-gapped platforms within the government sector. - Knowledge of NCSC, GDS, and UK government security frameworks, including Secure by Design, Cloud Security Principles, Government Functional Standards, and the Technology Code of Practice. - Design knowledge of modern practices such as zero trust architecture and network automation. - Designing cloud-native networking within Microsoft Azure/AWS (Azure VNet/AWS VPC). - You will have deep technical knowledge across physical and logical network architectures, including Cisco (ACI, ASA, Firepower (NGFW), ASR, Catalyst, and Nexus), VMware NSX, and Palo Alto Firewalls. - You will have a strong understanding of networking protocols and technologies such as VLANs, MPLS, IPsec, OSPF, BGP, SD-WAN, SDN, TCP/IP, ICMP, VPN, DNS, and QoS. - Design knowledge of F5 BIG-IP (LTM, ASM) and experience with monitoring platforms such as SolarWinds and PRTG. - You will understand the design, configuration, integration, and operation of high-grade encryption devices used to protect classified sensitive information. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 18 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.
Network IT Recruitment
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Network IT is recruiting for an experienced Senior Network Architect reporting directly to the CTO at our client, who is about to undergo enterprise network and datacentre transformation. This is a key role leading the architecture for a major new programme, with responsibility for designing and governing secure, resilient, and scalable network solutions across complex enterprise environments. You will own end-to-end network architecture across physical and logical domains, including LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, cloud networking, Firewalls, load balancers, VPNs, and network security services. Working closely with senior stakeholders, delivery teams, and suppliers, you will ensure solutions align with business objectives, security requirements, and enterprise architecture standards. Please note this is a DV Cleared role. We can only accept applications from British Citizens. Role: Senior Network Architect Duration: 9 Months Rate: £790 per day Status: Inside IR35 Location: Milton Keynes Working Arrangement: Hybrid - 3 days onsite Key Responsibilities Lead architecture and design for large scale network and connectivity solutions. Produce and govern high and low-level designs, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and security standards. Provide technical leadership and guidance to architects, engineers, and project teams. Review and assure complex technical solutions through governance and design authority processes. Engage with business stakeholders, suppliers, and delivery teams to translate requirements into robust technical designs. Drive network strategy, standards, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives. Support risk management, compliance, and operational assurance activities. Experience Extensive experience in enterprise network architecture and design. Strong expertise in E2E datacentre design and hybrid cloud networking. Proven delivery of secure, resilient, and cost effective LAN, WAN, and cloud network solutions. Deep technical knowledge of Cisco networking technologies (ACI, Nexus, Catalyst, ASR, Firepower/NGFW), VMware NSX, and Palo Alto Firewalls. Experience designing and governing networking across VMware private cloud, Microsoft on-premises, and Azure and/or AWS environments. Strong customer facing and stakeholder management skills. Experience producing and reviewing architecture artefacts using TOGAF and recognised architecture frameworks. Knowledge of UK Government security frameworks, NCSC guidance, Secure by Design, Zero Trust, and cloud security principles. Experience with network automation, orchestration, and air-gapped or highly secure environments. Relevant certifications such as CCNP, PCNSE, VCP-NV, Azure Network Engineer, AWS Solutions Architect, or equivalent experience. DV Clearance.
12/06/2026
Contractor
Network IT is recruiting for an experienced Senior Network Architect reporting directly to the CTO at our client, who is about to undergo enterprise network and datacentre transformation. This is a key role leading the architecture for a major new programme, with responsibility for designing and governing secure, resilient, and scalable network solutions across complex enterprise environments. You will own end-to-end network architecture across physical and logical domains, including LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, cloud networking, Firewalls, load balancers, VPNs, and network security services. Working closely with senior stakeholders, delivery teams, and suppliers, you will ensure solutions align with business objectives, security requirements, and enterprise architecture standards. Please note this is a DV Cleared role. We can only accept applications from British Citizens. Role: Senior Network Architect Duration: 9 Months Rate: £790 per day Status: Inside IR35 Location: Milton Keynes Working Arrangement: Hybrid - 3 days onsite Key Responsibilities Lead architecture and design for large scale network and connectivity solutions. Produce and govern high and low-level designs, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and security standards. Provide technical leadership and guidance to architects, engineers, and project teams. Review and assure complex technical solutions through governance and design authority processes. Engage with business stakeholders, suppliers, and delivery teams to translate requirements into robust technical designs. Drive network strategy, standards, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives. Support risk management, compliance, and operational assurance activities. Experience Extensive experience in enterprise network architecture and design. Strong expertise in E2E datacentre design and hybrid cloud networking. Proven delivery of secure, resilient, and cost effective LAN, WAN, and cloud network solutions. Deep technical knowledge of Cisco networking technologies (ACI, Nexus, Catalyst, ASR, Firepower/NGFW), VMware NSX, and Palo Alto Firewalls. Experience designing and governing networking across VMware private cloud, Microsoft on-premises, and Azure and/or AWS environments. Strong customer facing and stakeholder management skills. Experience producing and reviewing architecture artefacts using TOGAF and recognised architecture frameworks. Knowledge of UK Government security frameworks, NCSC guidance, Secure by Design, Zero Trust, and cloud security principles. Experience with network automation, orchestration, and air-gapped or highly secure environments. Relevant certifications such as CCNP, PCNSE, VCP-NV, Azure Network Engineer, AWS Solutions Architect, or equivalent experience. DV Clearance.
(Lead Technical Architect-9mths-DV-£790pday-hybrid Milton Keynes) A Lead Technical Architect - DV Security Cleared (Developed Vetting) is required by our government client based in Milton Keynes, Bucks commutable from Northampton, East Midlands, Luton, North London - hybrid. Working in a DV Security Cleared environment. Due to the urgency of the role, DV clearance is required (or eligible). Essential Degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or Telecommunications. TOGAF, ITIL, Agile Project Management, PRINCE2, or equivalent experience. (CCNP), VMware Certified Professional - Network Virtualisation (VCP-NV), Palo Alto (PCNSE), Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate, AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate designing and governing secure networks using VMware (private cloud), Microsoft on-premise, and multi-cloud (Azure and/or AWS) technologies. Led scalable, resilient, and cost-efficient LAN, WAN, and hybrid cloud network designs. Translate business/security requirements into secure, efficient, and cost-effective designs. reviewing and assuring complex solutions and authored concise and high quality high and low-level designs using the TOGAF framework. expertise in network automation, provisioning, and orchestration. leading and managing technical architects Knowledge: Knowledge in designing secure or air-gapped platforms within the government sector. Knowledge of NCSC, GDS, and UK government security frameworks, including Secure by Design, Cloud Security Principles, Government Functional Standards, and the Technology Code of Practice. Design knowledge of modern practices such as zero trust architecture and network automation. Designing cloud-native networking within Microsoft Azure/AWS (Azure VNet/AWS VPC). deep technical knowledge across physical and logical network architectures, including Cisco (ACI, ASA, Firepower (NGFW), ASR, Catalyst, and Nexus), VMware NSX, and Palo Alto Firewalls. strong understanding of networking protocols and technologies such as VLANs, MPLS, IPsec, OSPF, BGP, SD-WAN, SDN, TCP/IP, ICMP, VPN, DNS, and QoS. Design knowledge of F5 BIG-IP (LTM, ASM) and experience with monitoring platforms such as SolarWinds and PRTG. understand the design, configuration, integration, and operation of high-grade encryption devices Experience: Designed architectures for secure environments, ideally within government or defence. Developed and maintained technical roadmaps aligned with organisational strategy. Evaluated solution options and advised on time, cost, quality, and security trade-offs. Experience architecting DDoS protection and mitigation alongside Firewalls, WAF, IDS/IPS, and EDR/XDR/NDR systems.
12/06/2026
Contractor
(Lead Technical Architect-9mths-DV-£790pday-hybrid Milton Keynes) A Lead Technical Architect - DV Security Cleared (Developed Vetting) is required by our government client based in Milton Keynes, Bucks commutable from Northampton, East Midlands, Luton, North London - hybrid. Working in a DV Security Cleared environment. Due to the urgency of the role, DV clearance is required (or eligible). Essential Degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or Telecommunications. TOGAF, ITIL, Agile Project Management, PRINCE2, or equivalent experience. (CCNP), VMware Certified Professional - Network Virtualisation (VCP-NV), Palo Alto (PCNSE), Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate, AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate designing and governing secure networks using VMware (private cloud), Microsoft on-premise, and multi-cloud (Azure and/or AWS) technologies. Led scalable, resilient, and cost-efficient LAN, WAN, and hybrid cloud network designs. Translate business/security requirements into secure, efficient, and cost-effective designs. reviewing and assuring complex solutions and authored concise and high quality high and low-level designs using the TOGAF framework. expertise in network automation, provisioning, and orchestration. leading and managing technical architects Knowledge: Knowledge in designing secure or air-gapped platforms within the government sector. Knowledge of NCSC, GDS, and UK government security frameworks, including Secure by Design, Cloud Security Principles, Government Functional Standards, and the Technology Code of Practice. Design knowledge of modern practices such as zero trust architecture and network automation. Designing cloud-native networking within Microsoft Azure/AWS (Azure VNet/AWS VPC). deep technical knowledge across physical and logical network architectures, including Cisco (ACI, ASA, Firepower (NGFW), ASR, Catalyst, and Nexus), VMware NSX, and Palo Alto Firewalls. strong understanding of networking protocols and technologies such as VLANs, MPLS, IPsec, OSPF, BGP, SD-WAN, SDN, TCP/IP, ICMP, VPN, DNS, and QoS. Design knowledge of F5 BIG-IP (LTM, ASM) and experience with monitoring platforms such as SolarWinds and PRTG. understand the design, configuration, integration, and operation of high-grade encryption devices Experience: Designed architectures for secure environments, ideally within government or defence. Developed and maintained technical roadmaps aligned with organisational strategy. Evaluated solution options and advised on time, cost, quality, and security trade-offs. Experience architecting DDoS protection and mitigation alongside Firewalls, WAF, IDS/IPS, and EDR/XDR/NDR systems.
Network IT is recruiting for an experienced Senior Network Architect reporting directly to the CTO at our client, who is about to undergo enterprise network and datacentre transformation. This is a key role leading the architecture for a major new programme, with responsibility for designing and governing secure, resilient, and scalable network solutions across complex enterprise environments. You will own end-to-end network architecture across physical and logical domains, including LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, cloud networking, firewalls, load balancers, VPNs, and network security services. Working closely with senior stakeholders, delivery teams, and suppliers, you will ensure solutions align with business objectives, security requirements, and enterprise architecture standards. Please note this is a DV Cleared role. We can only accept applications from British Citizens. Role: Senior Network Architect Duration: 9 Months Rate: £790 per day Status: Inside IR35 Location: Milton Keynes Working Arrangement: Hybrid - 3 days onsite Key Responsibilities Lead architecture and design for large scale network and connectivity solutions. Produce and govern high and low-level designs, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and security standards. Provide technical leadership and guidance to architects, engineers, and project teams. Review and assure complex technical solutions through governance and design authority processes. Engage with business stakeholders, suppliers, and delivery teams to translate requirements into robust technical designs. Drive network strategy, standards, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives. Support risk management, compliance, and operational assurance activities. Experience Extensive experience in enterprise network architecture and design. Strong expertise in E2E datacentre design and hybrid cloud networking. Proven delivery of secure, resilient, and cost effective LAN, WAN, and cloud network solutions. Deep technical knowledge of Cisco networking technologies (ACI, Nexus, Catalyst, ASR, Firepower/NGFW), VMware NSX, and Palo Alto Firewalls. Experience designing and governing networking across VMware private cloud, Microsoft on-premises, and Azure and/or AWS environments. Strong customer facing and stakeholder management skills. Experience producing and reviewing architecture artefacts using TOGAF and recognised architecture frameworks. Knowledge of UK Government security frameworks, NCSC guidance, Secure by Design, Zero Trust, and cloud security principles. Experience with network automation, orchestration, and air-gapped or highly secure environments. Relevant certifications such as CCNP, PCNSE, VCP-NV, Azure Network Engineer, AWS Solutions Architect, or equivalent experience. DV Clearance.
12/06/2026
Full time
Network IT is recruiting for an experienced Senior Network Architect reporting directly to the CTO at our client, who is about to undergo enterprise network and datacentre transformation. This is a key role leading the architecture for a major new programme, with responsibility for designing and governing secure, resilient, and scalable network solutions across complex enterprise environments. You will own end-to-end network architecture across physical and logical domains, including LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, cloud networking, firewalls, load balancers, VPNs, and network security services. Working closely with senior stakeholders, delivery teams, and suppliers, you will ensure solutions align with business objectives, security requirements, and enterprise architecture standards. Please note this is a DV Cleared role. We can only accept applications from British Citizens. Role: Senior Network Architect Duration: 9 Months Rate: £790 per day Status: Inside IR35 Location: Milton Keynes Working Arrangement: Hybrid - 3 days onsite Key Responsibilities Lead architecture and design for large scale network and connectivity solutions. Produce and govern high and low-level designs, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and security standards. Provide technical leadership and guidance to architects, engineers, and project teams. Review and assure complex technical solutions through governance and design authority processes. Engage with business stakeholders, suppliers, and delivery teams to translate requirements into robust technical designs. Drive network strategy, standards, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives. Support risk management, compliance, and operational assurance activities. Experience Extensive experience in enterprise network architecture and design. Strong expertise in E2E datacentre design and hybrid cloud networking. Proven delivery of secure, resilient, and cost effective LAN, WAN, and cloud network solutions. Deep technical knowledge of Cisco networking technologies (ACI, Nexus, Catalyst, ASR, Firepower/NGFW), VMware NSX, and Palo Alto Firewalls. Experience designing and governing networking across VMware private cloud, Microsoft on-premises, and Azure and/or AWS environments. Strong customer facing and stakeholder management skills. Experience producing and reviewing architecture artefacts using TOGAF and recognised architecture frameworks. Knowledge of UK Government security frameworks, NCSC guidance, Secure by Design, Zero Trust, and cloud security principles. Experience with network automation, orchestration, and air-gapped or highly secure environments. Relevant certifications such as CCNP, PCNSE, VCP-NV, Azure Network Engineer, AWS Solutions Architect, or equivalent experience. DV Clearance.
Sword is a leading provider of business technology solutions within the Energy, Public and Finance Sectors, driving transformational change within our clients. We use proven technology, specialist teams and domain expertise to build solid technical foundations across platforms, data, and business applications. We have a passion for using technology to solve business problems, working in partnership with our clients to help in achieving their goals. About the role: The Project Server & Infrastructure Engineer plays a key role in the design and delivery of secure, resilient, and scalable infrastructure solutions as part of a major transformation programme for a large client in the energy sector. This is not a traditional BAU support role. It is a project-focused engineering position centred on the design, build, testing, and implementation of next generation server, storage, and virtualisation platforms. The successful candidate will bring strong hands on experience across VMware vSphere, vSAN, Hyper V and Nutanix, with familiarity across the broader VMware platform including NSX, and the ability to move confidently between low level design and practical delivery. They will be comfortable producing detailed technical designs, supporting proof of concept activity, building and validating solutions, and working directly with senior stakeholders and large enterprise customers. Experience supporting separation across IT and OT environments will be highly beneficial. A good working knowledge of enterprise networking is also important, particularly to enable effective collaboration with network teams delivering segmented architectures using EVPN, ACI, or similar technologies. Design and deliver enterprise server and infrastructure solutions across compute, storage, virtualisation, and management platforms, with a strong emphasis on project delivery rather than BAU support. Produce high quality low level designs, build documentation, implementation plans, migration plans, and as built documentation. Deploy, configure, test, and optimise VMware vSphere, vSAN, NSX, Nutanix, and Hyper V platforms. Support the design and implementation of secure, resilient infrastructure platforms across segregated IT and OT environments. Contribute to proof of concept, lab validation, and hands on build activity to validate designs before production deployment. Work closely with network engineers and architects to ensure infrastructure platforms integrate effectively with segmented network designs, including EVPN and Cisco ACI environments. Understand enterprise networking concepts sufficiently to own the compute to network integration - including dual homed uplink design, VXLAN EVPN fabric integration, VLAN zone assignment, OOB management network separation and vSAN replication traffic patterns - and work effectively alongside network delivery teams. Support the configuration and use of VMware NSX for virtual networking, micro segmentation, and policy based security where required. Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure issues during design, build, migration, and implementation phases. Support change management by preparing, testing and executing technical changes in controlled project environments, including OT or regulated environments where change windows are tightly controlled and rollback requirements must be defined in advance. Maintain accurate technical documentation, platform diagrams, configuration baselines, and support handover records. Work within established architecture, security, and governance frameworks to deliver compliant and supportable solutions. Skills and Experience Strong hands on experience delivering infrastructure solutions in project based environments. Proven experience with VMware vSphere, vSAN, Hyper V and Nutanix, including vSAN topology design, FTT policy, NVMe performance characteristics and stretch cluster considerations. Experience designing and implementing OOB management architectures, including dedicated management networks, BMC/iDRAC configuration and separation of management plane from production data plane networks. Experience with enterprise backup platforms in project environments, including immutability requirements, air gapped deployment and cross site replication. Experience with VMware NSX is desirable. Strong understanding of infrastructure design across host, cluster, storage, and management layers. Experience working in segregated, resilient, or dual site environments. Understanding of Purdue model compute architecture and the separation requirements for OT environments, including L3/L3.5 zone isolation, air gapped management planes and OT specific security constraints within regulated or critical national infrastructure. Good working knowledge of enterprise networking concepts, with the ability to work effectively alongside network teams delivering EVPN, ACI, or similarly segmented architectures. Strong technical documentation and troubleshooting skills. Comfortable presenting technical designs for review and defending design decisions to senior technical and programme stakeholders, including participation in formal design QC processes. Additional Requirements The role requires on site presence at programme delivery locations. Candidates should be able to travel to and work from client sites as required by the programme schedule. Qualifications Relevant VMware, Nutanix, Microsoft or Dell/HPE infrastructure certifications are desirable. VMware VCP or equivalent practical experience preferred. Relevant project based infrastructure engineering experience will be considered in place of certifications where appropriate. At Sword, our core values and culture are based on caring about our people, investing in training and career development, and building inclusive teams where we are all encouraged to contribute to achieve success. We offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your professional development and enhance your overall quality of life. In addition to a Competitive Salary, here's what you can expect as part of our benefits package: Personalised Career Development: We create a development plan customised to your goals and aspirations, with a range of learning and development opportunities within a culture that encourages growth. Flexible working: Flexible work arrangements to support your work life balance. We can't promise to always be able to meet every request, however, are keen to discuss your individual preferences to make it work where we can. A Fantastic Benefits Package: This includes generous annual leave allowance, enhanced family friendly benefits, pension scheme, access to private health, well being, and insurance schemes. At Sword we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, ensuring that all applicants receive fair and equal consideration for employment, regardless of whether they meet every requirement. If you don't tick all the boxes but feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience we're looking for, please do consider applying and highlight your transferable skills and experience. We embrace diversity in all its forms, valuing individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Your perspective and potential are important to us.
10/06/2026
Full time
Sword is a leading provider of business technology solutions within the Energy, Public and Finance Sectors, driving transformational change within our clients. We use proven technology, specialist teams and domain expertise to build solid technical foundations across platforms, data, and business applications. We have a passion for using technology to solve business problems, working in partnership with our clients to help in achieving their goals. About the role: The Project Server & Infrastructure Engineer plays a key role in the design and delivery of secure, resilient, and scalable infrastructure solutions as part of a major transformation programme for a large client in the energy sector. This is not a traditional BAU support role. It is a project-focused engineering position centred on the design, build, testing, and implementation of next generation server, storage, and virtualisation platforms. The successful candidate will bring strong hands on experience across VMware vSphere, vSAN, Hyper V and Nutanix, with familiarity across the broader VMware platform including NSX, and the ability to move confidently between low level design and practical delivery. They will be comfortable producing detailed technical designs, supporting proof of concept activity, building and validating solutions, and working directly with senior stakeholders and large enterprise customers. Experience supporting separation across IT and OT environments will be highly beneficial. A good working knowledge of enterprise networking is also important, particularly to enable effective collaboration with network teams delivering segmented architectures using EVPN, ACI, or similar technologies. Design and deliver enterprise server and infrastructure solutions across compute, storage, virtualisation, and management platforms, with a strong emphasis on project delivery rather than BAU support. Produce high quality low level designs, build documentation, implementation plans, migration plans, and as built documentation. Deploy, configure, test, and optimise VMware vSphere, vSAN, NSX, Nutanix, and Hyper V platforms. Support the design and implementation of secure, resilient infrastructure platforms across segregated IT and OT environments. Contribute to proof of concept, lab validation, and hands on build activity to validate designs before production deployment. Work closely with network engineers and architects to ensure infrastructure platforms integrate effectively with segmented network designs, including EVPN and Cisco ACI environments. Understand enterprise networking concepts sufficiently to own the compute to network integration - including dual homed uplink design, VXLAN EVPN fabric integration, VLAN zone assignment, OOB management network separation and vSAN replication traffic patterns - and work effectively alongside network delivery teams. Support the configuration and use of VMware NSX for virtual networking, micro segmentation, and policy based security where required. Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure issues during design, build, migration, and implementation phases. Support change management by preparing, testing and executing technical changes in controlled project environments, including OT or regulated environments where change windows are tightly controlled and rollback requirements must be defined in advance. Maintain accurate technical documentation, platform diagrams, configuration baselines, and support handover records. Work within established architecture, security, and governance frameworks to deliver compliant and supportable solutions. Skills and Experience Strong hands on experience delivering infrastructure solutions in project based environments. Proven experience with VMware vSphere, vSAN, Hyper V and Nutanix, including vSAN topology design, FTT policy, NVMe performance characteristics and stretch cluster considerations. Experience designing and implementing OOB management architectures, including dedicated management networks, BMC/iDRAC configuration and separation of management plane from production data plane networks. Experience with enterprise backup platforms in project environments, including immutability requirements, air gapped deployment and cross site replication. Experience with VMware NSX is desirable. Strong understanding of infrastructure design across host, cluster, storage, and management layers. Experience working in segregated, resilient, or dual site environments. Understanding of Purdue model compute architecture and the separation requirements for OT environments, including L3/L3.5 zone isolation, air gapped management planes and OT specific security constraints within regulated or critical national infrastructure. Good working knowledge of enterprise networking concepts, with the ability to work effectively alongside network teams delivering EVPN, ACI, or similarly segmented architectures. Strong technical documentation and troubleshooting skills. Comfortable presenting technical designs for review and defending design decisions to senior technical and programme stakeholders, including participation in formal design QC processes. Additional Requirements The role requires on site presence at programme delivery locations. Candidates should be able to travel to and work from client sites as required by the programme schedule. Qualifications Relevant VMware, Nutanix, Microsoft or Dell/HPE infrastructure certifications are desirable. VMware VCP or equivalent practical experience preferred. Relevant project based infrastructure engineering experience will be considered in place of certifications where appropriate. At Sword, our core values and culture are based on caring about our people, investing in training and career development, and building inclusive teams where we are all encouraged to contribute to achieve success. We offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your professional development and enhance your overall quality of life. In addition to a Competitive Salary, here's what you can expect as part of our benefits package: Personalised Career Development: We create a development plan customised to your goals and aspirations, with a range of learning and development opportunities within a culture that encourages growth. Flexible working: Flexible work arrangements to support your work life balance. We can't promise to always be able to meet every request, however, are keen to discuss your individual preferences to make it work where we can. A Fantastic Benefits Package: This includes generous annual leave allowance, enhanced family friendly benefits, pension scheme, access to private health, well being, and insurance schemes. At Sword we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, ensuring that all applicants receive fair and equal consideration for employment, regardless of whether they meet every requirement. If you don't tick all the boxes but feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience we're looking for, please do consider applying and highlight your transferable skills and experience. We embrace diversity in all its forms, valuing individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Your perspective and potential are important to us.
Are you ready to play a pivotal role in safeguarding the UK's critical infrastructure? Join a leading systems integrator delivering advanced IT infrastructure and cybersecurity solutions for the UK Defence sector, focused on resilience, innovation, and compliance, providing end-to-end managed services to run, maintain, and secure complex IT systems and hosted applications. With deep expertise in Secure By Design principles, system architecture, and platform implementation, the organization empowers defence operations with reliable, secure, and future-ready technology while offering consultancy and guidance to meet evolving security requirements. Step into a role where your skills make a tangible impact on national security, and apply now to join the mission! Responsibilities Design, build, and support secure network infrastructures across private cloud and on premise environments, ensuring solutions meet strict performance and security requirements. This includes delivering software defined networking capabilities within VMware environments and maintaining reliable connectivity across physical and virtual estates. Configure and support network security controls such as firewalls, VPNs, and load balancing solutions, ensuring high availability and alignment with Zero Trust principles. Automation will be a key focus, with responsibility for reducing manual network operations through scripting and infrastructure as code techniques. Diagnose and resolve complex network issues across routing, switching, and transport layers, proactively improving stability and performance. Working closely with project teams and stakeholders, you will produce clear network designs and documentation while continuously improving how network services are delivered. Skills / Must Have Active DV Clearance (sole UK national) Strong enterprise networking experience across routing and switching technologies Hands on experience with software defined networking, ideally VMware NSX Solid understanding of network security principles including firewalls, VPNs, and segmentation Experience with network automation or configuration management tools (e.g. Ansible, Terraform, scripting) Benefits Hybrid working (3-4 days onsite) Work on secure, mission critical defence programmes Exposure to modern SDN and automation technologies Collaborative and technically driven engineering culture Salary £65,000 per annum
09/06/2026
Full time
Are you ready to play a pivotal role in safeguarding the UK's critical infrastructure? Join a leading systems integrator delivering advanced IT infrastructure and cybersecurity solutions for the UK Defence sector, focused on resilience, innovation, and compliance, providing end-to-end managed services to run, maintain, and secure complex IT systems and hosted applications. With deep expertise in Secure By Design principles, system architecture, and platform implementation, the organization empowers defence operations with reliable, secure, and future-ready technology while offering consultancy and guidance to meet evolving security requirements. Step into a role where your skills make a tangible impact on national security, and apply now to join the mission! Responsibilities Design, build, and support secure network infrastructures across private cloud and on premise environments, ensuring solutions meet strict performance and security requirements. This includes delivering software defined networking capabilities within VMware environments and maintaining reliable connectivity across physical and virtual estates. Configure and support network security controls such as firewalls, VPNs, and load balancing solutions, ensuring high availability and alignment with Zero Trust principles. Automation will be a key focus, with responsibility for reducing manual network operations through scripting and infrastructure as code techniques. Diagnose and resolve complex network issues across routing, switching, and transport layers, proactively improving stability and performance. Working closely with project teams and stakeholders, you will produce clear network designs and documentation while continuously improving how network services are delivered. Skills / Must Have Active DV Clearance (sole UK national) Strong enterprise networking experience across routing and switching technologies Hands on experience with software defined networking, ideally VMware NSX Solid understanding of network security principles including firewalls, VPNs, and segmentation Experience with network automation or configuration management tools (e.g. Ansible, Terraform, scripting) Benefits Hybrid working (3-4 days onsite) Work on secure, mission critical defence programmes Exposure to modern SDN and automation technologies Collaborative and technically driven engineering culture Salary £65,000 per annum
Looking for a new opportunity? Join a leading global provider of data insights, digital transformation, and technology services, specialising in complex IT, business projects, and mission-critical operations. With over 3,000 technology and digital specialists across more than 50 countries, the organisation helps clients drive growth and adapt to the demands of the digital age through innovative, scalable, and reliable solutions. Start your next career journey with us. Responsibilities: Design and deliver enterprise infrastructure solutions across compute, storage, virtualisation, and management platforms Produce high-quality low-level designs, build documentation, implementation and migration plans Deploy, configure, test, and optimise platforms including VMware vSphere, vSAN, NSX, Nutanix, and Hyper-V Support infrastructure delivery across segregated IT and OT environments Conduct proof-of-concept activity, lab validation, and hands-on build work Collaborate with network engineers and architects to ensure seamless integration with segmented network designs (eg EVPN, ACI) Support virtual networking and micro-segmentation using VMware NSX where required Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure issues during delivery phases Support structured change management, including testing, rollback planning, and controlled implementation Maintain accurate technical documentation including diagrams, configurations, and as-built records Contribute to design reviews and technical workshops with senior stakeholders Skills/Must Have: Strong hands-on experience delivering infrastructure solutions in project environments Proven expertise across VMware vSphere, vSAN, Hyper-V, and Nutanix Experience with VMware NSX (desirable) Strong understanding of infrastructure design across compute, storage, and management layers Experience working in resilient, dual-site, or segregated environments Knowledge of enterprise backup solutions, including immutability and replication strategies Experience designing out-of-band (OOB) management architectures Understanding of OT environments and infrastructure segregation principles (eg Purdue model) is advantageous Good working knowledge of enterprise networking concepts and collaboration with network teams Strong documentation, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills Comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders and presenting technical designs Candidates should be able to travel to client sites in line with project requirements Experience working in regulated or critical infrastructure environments is highly beneficial Desirable Skills: VMware VCP or equivalent experience preferred Relevant certifications across VMware, Nutanix, or Microsoft technologies are desirable Strong project-based experience will be considered in place of formal certifications Location: Glasgow (Hybrid Working) Salary: £350-£400 per day (Inside IR35)
09/06/2026
Full time
Looking for a new opportunity? Join a leading global provider of data insights, digital transformation, and technology services, specialising in complex IT, business projects, and mission-critical operations. With over 3,000 technology and digital specialists across more than 50 countries, the organisation helps clients drive growth and adapt to the demands of the digital age through innovative, scalable, and reliable solutions. Start your next career journey with us. Responsibilities: Design and deliver enterprise infrastructure solutions across compute, storage, virtualisation, and management platforms Produce high-quality low-level designs, build documentation, implementation and migration plans Deploy, configure, test, and optimise platforms including VMware vSphere, vSAN, NSX, Nutanix, and Hyper-V Support infrastructure delivery across segregated IT and OT environments Conduct proof-of-concept activity, lab validation, and hands-on build work Collaborate with network engineers and architects to ensure seamless integration with segmented network designs (eg EVPN, ACI) Support virtual networking and micro-segmentation using VMware NSX where required Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure issues during delivery phases Support structured change management, including testing, rollback planning, and controlled implementation Maintain accurate technical documentation including diagrams, configurations, and as-built records Contribute to design reviews and technical workshops with senior stakeholders Skills/Must Have: Strong hands-on experience delivering infrastructure solutions in project environments Proven expertise across VMware vSphere, vSAN, Hyper-V, and Nutanix Experience with VMware NSX (desirable) Strong understanding of infrastructure design across compute, storage, and management layers Experience working in resilient, dual-site, or segregated environments Knowledge of enterprise backup solutions, including immutability and replication strategies Experience designing out-of-band (OOB) management architectures Understanding of OT environments and infrastructure segregation principles (eg Purdue model) is advantageous Good working knowledge of enterprise networking concepts and collaboration with network teams Strong documentation, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills Comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders and presenting technical designs Candidates should be able to travel to client sites in line with project requirements Experience working in regulated or critical infrastructure environments is highly beneficial Desirable Skills: VMware VCP or equivalent experience preferred Relevant certifications across VMware, Nutanix, or Microsoft technologies are desirable Strong project-based experience will be considered in place of formal certifications Location: Glasgow (Hybrid Working) Salary: £350-£400 per day (Inside IR35)
We are partnered with a specialist secure technology consultancy delivering complex infrastructure and cloud solutions into high-assurance UK Government and Defence environments. The organisation is trusted to design and operate resilient platforms where security, performance and operational integrity are non-negotiable, supporting some of the most sensitive programmes in the UK. This DV Cleared Infrastructure Engineer opportunity offers the chance to work within mission-critical private cloud environments supporting UK Defence. You will be hands-on with modern VMware platforms, infrastructure automation and DevSecOps practices, contributing directly to the design, resilience and operational stability of secure cloud estates. In return, you will gain exposure to complex classified environments, work alongside highly capable engineers and benefit from a competitive package and hybrid working. Interested? Get in touch and apply today! Responsibilities: Design, deliver, and support VMware-based virtualised infrastructure, ensuring environments are reliable, scalable, and secure. Implement and enhance automation for provisioning, configuration, and lifecycle management across Windows and Linux platforms, reducing manual intervention and improving consistency. Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines and supporting tooling to improve the quality and speed of infrastructure and platform delivery. Support containerised workloads and hybrid cloud services with a focus on availability, performance, and security. Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency through scripting and infrastructure-as-code approaches. Collaborate with architects and delivery teams in Agile environments, embedding security best practices into day-to-day engineering activities. Maintain clear technical documentation and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the infrastructure estate. Skills / Must Have: Active DV Clearance (sole UK national) Strong experience with VMware technologies (vSphere, vSAN, NSX, Aria) Hands-on automation experience using Terraform and/or Ansible Solid knowledge of Windows Server and Linux (RHEL/CentOS) environments Experience with DevSecOps tooling such as Git/Bitbucket, Jira, Confluence, SonarQube Benefits: Hybrid working model (3-4 days onsite) Work on high-impact, secure defence programmes Exposure to modern automation and DevSecOps practices Supportive, technically focused engineering culture Salary: £65,000 per annum
09/06/2026
Full time
We are partnered with a specialist secure technology consultancy delivering complex infrastructure and cloud solutions into high-assurance UK Government and Defence environments. The organisation is trusted to design and operate resilient platforms where security, performance and operational integrity are non-negotiable, supporting some of the most sensitive programmes in the UK. This DV Cleared Infrastructure Engineer opportunity offers the chance to work within mission-critical private cloud environments supporting UK Defence. You will be hands-on with modern VMware platforms, infrastructure automation and DevSecOps practices, contributing directly to the design, resilience and operational stability of secure cloud estates. In return, you will gain exposure to complex classified environments, work alongside highly capable engineers and benefit from a competitive package and hybrid working. Interested? Get in touch and apply today! Responsibilities: Design, deliver, and support VMware-based virtualised infrastructure, ensuring environments are reliable, scalable, and secure. Implement and enhance automation for provisioning, configuration, and lifecycle management across Windows and Linux platforms, reducing manual intervention and improving consistency. Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines and supporting tooling to improve the quality and speed of infrastructure and platform delivery. Support containerised workloads and hybrid cloud services with a focus on availability, performance, and security. Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency through scripting and infrastructure-as-code approaches. Collaborate with architects and delivery teams in Agile environments, embedding security best practices into day-to-day engineering activities. Maintain clear technical documentation and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the infrastructure estate. Skills / Must Have: Active DV Clearance (sole UK national) Strong experience with VMware technologies (vSphere, vSAN, NSX, Aria) Hands-on automation experience using Terraform and/or Ansible Solid knowledge of Windows Server and Linux (RHEL/CentOS) environments Experience with DevSecOps tooling such as Git/Bitbucket, Jira, Confluence, SonarQube Benefits: Hybrid working model (3-4 days onsite) Work on high-impact, secure defence programmes Exposure to modern automation and DevSecOps practices Supportive, technically focused engineering culture Salary: £65,000 per annum
VMware & Hybrid Infrastructure - PreSales Solutions Architect - VMware Cloud Foundation 9 (VCF9 - vSphere, vSAN, NSX, Aria Automation) £100,000 to £120,000 + £5,400 car allowance. UK Wide. VMware focused PreSales Solutions Architect in the UK channel. Fantastic opportunity to join a leading VMware partner and multi vendor Cloud & IT Infrastructure Solutions & Services Provider as they continue to grow their top level Presales Solutions Architecture and Technical Consultancy practices. You will lead presales activity across Hybrid Infrastructure opportunities, working closely with customers to understand their environments and shape future state technology designs. You will be responsible for producing high quality technical designs, bid responses, and proposals, taking full ownership of allocated opportunities. The role includes on site customer engagement to gather requirements, run workshops, and present solution designs that address real business needs. Key Focus VMware and Datacentre/Hybrid Infrastructure subject matter expert with a broad understanding of DC technologies, including major server, storage, virtualisation solutions and a depth of expertise in VMware specifically. You will work with customers to provide Pre Sales and Solutions Architecture Services around VMware, DC/Hybrid Infrastructure, Dell, HPE, Netapp, Nutanix, Nimble, Pure and surrounding technology solutions. VMware Technologies VMware Cloud Foundation 9, VCF9 focused - however any/all of the following VMware technologies is also desired: vSphere, vSAN, vCloud, NSX, VMware Cloud Foundation, VCF, NSX, Aria Automation. Certifications Broadcom/VMware Certified Professional (VCP) VMware Certified Advanced Professional (VCAP) VMware Certified Implementation Expert (VCIX) VMware Certified Design Expert (VCDX) Broadcom Partner Certification - Proven Professional Broadcom Partner Certification - Certified Expert Broadcom Partner Certification - Broadcom Software Knight Career Path This is a great time to get into this business and into a Senior position which could quickly grow into a Principal or Practice Lead role in Presales Solutions Architecture. Eligibility If you're a VMware focused PreSales Solutions Architect in the UK channel, then this is one we should talk about for you. Opportunity Exceptional opportunity to join an outstanding organization with a commitment to providing outstanding personal development and career opportunities. Application Please hit the button to Apply and/or call Tim Davey at InfraView for further info.
09/06/2026
Full time
VMware & Hybrid Infrastructure - PreSales Solutions Architect - VMware Cloud Foundation 9 (VCF9 - vSphere, vSAN, NSX, Aria Automation) £100,000 to £120,000 + £5,400 car allowance. UK Wide. VMware focused PreSales Solutions Architect in the UK channel. Fantastic opportunity to join a leading VMware partner and multi vendor Cloud & IT Infrastructure Solutions & Services Provider as they continue to grow their top level Presales Solutions Architecture and Technical Consultancy practices. You will lead presales activity across Hybrid Infrastructure opportunities, working closely with customers to understand their environments and shape future state technology designs. You will be responsible for producing high quality technical designs, bid responses, and proposals, taking full ownership of allocated opportunities. The role includes on site customer engagement to gather requirements, run workshops, and present solution designs that address real business needs. Key Focus VMware and Datacentre/Hybrid Infrastructure subject matter expert with a broad understanding of DC technologies, including major server, storage, virtualisation solutions and a depth of expertise in VMware specifically. You will work with customers to provide Pre Sales and Solutions Architecture Services around VMware, DC/Hybrid Infrastructure, Dell, HPE, Netapp, Nutanix, Nimble, Pure and surrounding technology solutions. VMware Technologies VMware Cloud Foundation 9, VCF9 focused - however any/all of the following VMware technologies is also desired: vSphere, vSAN, vCloud, NSX, VMware Cloud Foundation, VCF, NSX, Aria Automation. Certifications Broadcom/VMware Certified Professional (VCP) VMware Certified Advanced Professional (VCAP) VMware Certified Implementation Expert (VCIX) VMware Certified Design Expert (VCDX) Broadcom Partner Certification - Proven Professional Broadcom Partner Certification - Certified Expert Broadcom Partner Certification - Broadcom Software Knight Career Path This is a great time to get into this business and into a Senior position which could quickly grow into a Principal or Practice Lead role in Presales Solutions Architecture. Eligibility If you're a VMware focused PreSales Solutions Architect in the UK channel, then this is one we should talk about for you. Opportunity Exceptional opportunity to join an outstanding organization with a commitment to providing outstanding personal development and career opportunities. Application Please hit the button to Apply and/or call Tim Davey at InfraView for further info.
VMware & Hybrid Infrastructure - PreSales Solutions Architect - VMware Cloud Foundation 9 (VCF9 - vSphere, vSAN, NSX, Aria Automation) £100,000 to £120,000 + £5,400 car allowance. UK Wide. VMware focused PreSales Solutions Architect in the UK channel. Fantastic opportunity to join a leading VMware partner and multi vendor Cloud & IT Infrastructure Solutions & Services Provider as they continue to grow their top level Presales Solutions Architecture and Technical Consultancy practices. You will lead presales activity across Hybrid Infrastructure opportunities, working closely with customers to understand their environments and shape future state technology designs. You will be responsible for producing high quality technical designs, bid responses, and proposals, taking full ownership of allocated opportunities. The role includes on site customer engagement to gather requirements, run workshops, and present solution designs that address real business needs. Key Focus VMware and Datacentre/Hybrid Infrastructure subject matter expert with a broad understanding of DC technologies, including major server, storage, virtualisation solutions and a depth of expertise in VMware specifically. You will work with customers to provide Pre Sales and Solutions Architecture Services around VMware, DC/Hybrid Infrastructure, Dell, HPE, Netapp, Nutanix, Nimble, Pure and surrounding technology solutions. VMware Technologies VMware Cloud Foundation 9, VCF9 focused - however any/all of the following VMware technologies is also desired: vSphere, vSAN, vCloud, NSX, VMware Cloud Foundation, VCF, NSX, Aria Automation. Certifications Broadcom/VMware Certified Professional (VCP) VMware Certified Advanced Professional (VCAP) VMware Certified Implementation Expert (VCIX) VMware Certified Design Expert (VCDX) Broadcom Partner Certification - Proven Professional Broadcom Partner Certification - Certified Expert Broadcom Partner Certification - Broadcom Software Knight Career Path This is a great time to get into this business and into a Senior position which could quickly grow into a Principal or Practice Lead role in Presales Solutions Architecture. Eligibility If you're a VMware focused PreSales Solutions Architect in the UK channel, then this is one we should talk about for you. Opportunity Exceptional opportunity to join an outstanding organization with a commitment to providing outstanding personal development and career opportunities. Application Please hit the button to Apply and/or call Tim Davey at InfraView for further info.
09/06/2026
Full time
VMware & Hybrid Infrastructure - PreSales Solutions Architect - VMware Cloud Foundation 9 (VCF9 - vSphere, vSAN, NSX, Aria Automation) £100,000 to £120,000 + £5,400 car allowance. UK Wide. VMware focused PreSales Solutions Architect in the UK channel. Fantastic opportunity to join a leading VMware partner and multi vendor Cloud & IT Infrastructure Solutions & Services Provider as they continue to grow their top level Presales Solutions Architecture and Technical Consultancy practices. You will lead presales activity across Hybrid Infrastructure opportunities, working closely with customers to understand their environments and shape future state technology designs. You will be responsible for producing high quality technical designs, bid responses, and proposals, taking full ownership of allocated opportunities. The role includes on site customer engagement to gather requirements, run workshops, and present solution designs that address real business needs. Key Focus VMware and Datacentre/Hybrid Infrastructure subject matter expert with a broad understanding of DC technologies, including major server, storage, virtualisation solutions and a depth of expertise in VMware specifically. You will work with customers to provide Pre Sales and Solutions Architecture Services around VMware, DC/Hybrid Infrastructure, Dell, HPE, Netapp, Nutanix, Nimble, Pure and surrounding technology solutions. VMware Technologies VMware Cloud Foundation 9, VCF9 focused - however any/all of the following VMware technologies is also desired: vSphere, vSAN, vCloud, NSX, VMware Cloud Foundation, VCF, NSX, Aria Automation. Certifications Broadcom/VMware Certified Professional (VCP) VMware Certified Advanced Professional (VCAP) VMware Certified Implementation Expert (VCIX) VMware Certified Design Expert (VCDX) Broadcom Partner Certification - Proven Professional Broadcom Partner Certification - Certified Expert Broadcom Partner Certification - Broadcom Software Knight Career Path This is a great time to get into this business and into a Senior position which could quickly grow into a Principal or Practice Lead role in Presales Solutions Architecture. Eligibility If you're a VMware focused PreSales Solutions Architect in the UK channel, then this is one we should talk about for you. Opportunity Exceptional opportunity to join an outstanding organization with a commitment to providing outstanding personal development and career opportunities. Application Please hit the button to Apply and/or call Tim Davey at InfraView for further info.
About the job you're consideringCapgemini Cloud Infrastructure Services (CIS) UK has the largest Projects & Consulting (P&C) practice in CIS globally - covering all the CIS portfolio. We work on a range of exciting projects for many different clients across all sectors. The role of the Network Architect operates within the Cloud & Datacentre capability, focusing on building, migrating, and testing modern network services and solutions.Hybrid working: The places that you work from day to day will vary according to your role, your needs, and those of the business; it will be a blend of Company offices, client sites, and your home; noting that you will be unable to work at home 100% of the time.Your roleThis is a varied role requiring a broad range of advanced network skills including:Design technical solutions covering product selection for the key components of the network technology stack, including cloud services & connectivity, Software Defined network hardware/software, load balancers, firewalls, proxies and sizing.Provide ideas and innovation and maintain a view of emerging technologies that could enhance the Capgemini service offering for network propositions. Provide the overall network technical strategy and leadership for a client, project or bid.Review of client network infrastructures and propose options for improvements. Ability to work to deadlines and drive complex network proposals to conclusionTaking information from customer and or project specifications and turning those into completed design definitions and leading the implementation of those changes for the project.Compliance with a stringent change management process, where levels of accuracy of proposed implementation activities will be subject to the fullest review and delivery must follow the agreed plan.You can bring your whole self to work. At Capgemini building an inclusive future is part of everyday life and will be part of your working reality. We have built a representative and welcoming environment, for everyone.Your skills and experienceAn expert-level working knowledge of IP, Ethernet, routing and switching within LAN/WAN/Data Centre/ Public Cloud environments is essential. Practical and demonstrable experience of implementing Cisco ACI is also essential.Experience with any of the latest generation of networking technologies in addition to ACI is essential e.g:Software Defined Networks such as Cisco MSO (Multi Site Orchestrator), NAE (Network Assurance Engine), ACI Anywhere; SD WAN e.g. Cisco vManage; SD Access e.g. DNAC, APIC EM, Cisco ISE.Automation/Orchestration: Network stack integration, Terraform, Ansible, Python, JSON, APIs.Security products e.g. Firewalls: Cisco (+Firepower Threat Defense), FortiGate, Fortinet SD-WAN solution.VMware NSX and other NFV products.Tooling e.g. Cisco Tetration, Solarwinds, CAAdditional experience with load balancers, hardware proxy devices, IDS/AV, and Voice technologies would be desirable.Experience with key vendors, primarily Cisco (IOS, NX-OS, ACI) / F5 (LTM, GTM, ASM) / Bluecoat / Fortigate / Checkpoint, Azure, Amazon and Google Cloud plus other vendor experience is welcome and beneficial.We are a Disability Confident EmployerCapgemini is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) under the UK Government's Disability Confident scheme.As part of our commitment to inclusive recruitment, we will offer an interview to all candidates who:Declare they have a disability, andMeet the minimum essential criteria for the role.Please opt in during the application process.Your security clearance and pre-employment checksIf you are successfully offered this position, you will go through a series of pre-employment checks, including: identity, nationality (single or dual) or immigration status, employment history going back 3 continuous years, and unspent criminal record check (known as Disclosure and Barring Service).To be successfully appointed to this role, it is a requirement to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance.To obtain SC clearance, the successful applicant must have resided continuously within the United Kingdom for the last 5 years, along with other criteria and requirements.Throughout the recruitment process, you will be asked questions about your security clearance eligibility such as, but not limited to, country of residence and nationality.Some posts are restricted to sole UK Nationals for security reasons; therefore, you may be asked about your citizenship in the application process.Make it real - what does it mean for you?You will be encouraged to have a positive work-life balance. Our hybrid-first way of working means we embed hybrid working in all that we do and make flexible working arrangements the day-to-day reality for our people. All UK employees are eligible to request flexible working arrangements.You'd be joining an accredited Great Place to work for Wellbeing in 2024. Employee wellbeing is vitally important to us as an organisation. We see a healthy and happy workforce a critical component for us to achieve our organisational ambitions.To help support wellbeing we have trained 'Mental Health Champions' across each of our business areas, and we have invested in wellbeing apps such as Thrive and Peppy.You will be empowered to explore, innovate, and progress. You will benefit from Capgemini's 'learning for life' mindset, meaning you will have countless training and development opportunities from thinktanks to hackathons, and access to 250,000 courses with numerous external certifications from AWS, Microsoft, Harvard ManageMentor, Cybersecurity qualifications and much more.You'll be bringing your unique skills and perspectives to the team, inspiring and taking inspiration from your teammates as you unlock value in everything you do. You'll be joining a professional community of experts, who have got your back and will support you, every step of the way.Capgemini. Make it real.Why you should consider CapgeminiGrowing clients' businesses while building a more sustainable, more inclusive future is a tough ask. When you join Capgemini, you'll join a thriving company and become part of a collective of free-thinkers, entrepreneurs and industry experts. We find new ways technology can help us reimagine what's possible. It's why, together, we seek out opportunities that will transform the world's leading businesses, and it's how you'll gain the experiences and connections you need to shape your future. By learning from each other every day, sharing knowledge, and always pushing yourself to do better, you'll build the skills you want. You'll use your skills to help our clients leverage technology to innovate and grow their business. So, it might not always be easy, but making the world a better place rarely is.About CapgeminiCapgemini is an AI-powered global business and technology transformation partner, delivering tangible business value. We imagine the future of organisations and make it real with AI, technology and people. With our strong heritage of nearly 60 years, we are a responsible and diverse group of over 420,000 team members in more than 50 countries. We deliver end-to-end services and solutions with our deep industry expertise and strong partner ecosystem, leveraging our capabilities across strategy, technology, design, engineering and business operations. The Group reported 2025 global revenues of €22.5 billion.Make it real
08/06/2026
Full time
About the job you're consideringCapgemini Cloud Infrastructure Services (CIS) UK has the largest Projects & Consulting (P&C) practice in CIS globally - covering all the CIS portfolio. We work on a range of exciting projects for many different clients across all sectors. The role of the Network Architect operates within the Cloud & Datacentre capability, focusing on building, migrating, and testing modern network services and solutions.Hybrid working: The places that you work from day to day will vary according to your role, your needs, and those of the business; it will be a blend of Company offices, client sites, and your home; noting that you will be unable to work at home 100% of the time.Your roleThis is a varied role requiring a broad range of advanced network skills including:Design technical solutions covering product selection for the key components of the network technology stack, including cloud services & connectivity, Software Defined network hardware/software, load balancers, firewalls, proxies and sizing.Provide ideas and innovation and maintain a view of emerging technologies that could enhance the Capgemini service offering for network propositions. Provide the overall network technical strategy and leadership for a client, project or bid.Review of client network infrastructures and propose options for improvements. Ability to work to deadlines and drive complex network proposals to conclusionTaking information from customer and or project specifications and turning those into completed design definitions and leading the implementation of those changes for the project.Compliance with a stringent change management process, where levels of accuracy of proposed implementation activities will be subject to the fullest review and delivery must follow the agreed plan.You can bring your whole self to work. At Capgemini building an inclusive future is part of everyday life and will be part of your working reality. We have built a representative and welcoming environment, for everyone.Your skills and experienceAn expert-level working knowledge of IP, Ethernet, routing and switching within LAN/WAN/Data Centre/ Public Cloud environments is essential. Practical and demonstrable experience of implementing Cisco ACI is also essential.Experience with any of the latest generation of networking technologies in addition to ACI is essential e.g:Software Defined Networks such as Cisco MSO (Multi Site Orchestrator), NAE (Network Assurance Engine), ACI Anywhere; SD WAN e.g. Cisco vManage; SD Access e.g. DNAC, APIC EM, Cisco ISE.Automation/Orchestration: Network stack integration, Terraform, Ansible, Python, JSON, APIs.Security products e.g. Firewalls: Cisco (+Firepower Threat Defense), FortiGate, Fortinet SD-WAN solution.VMware NSX and other NFV products.Tooling e.g. Cisco Tetration, Solarwinds, CAAdditional experience with load balancers, hardware proxy devices, IDS/AV, and Voice technologies would be desirable.Experience with key vendors, primarily Cisco (IOS, NX-OS, ACI) / F5 (LTM, GTM, ASM) / Bluecoat / Fortigate / Checkpoint, Azure, Amazon and Google Cloud plus other vendor experience is welcome and beneficial.We are a Disability Confident EmployerCapgemini is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) under the UK Government's Disability Confident scheme.As part of our commitment to inclusive recruitment, we will offer an interview to all candidates who:Declare they have a disability, andMeet the minimum essential criteria for the role.Please opt in during the application process.Your security clearance and pre-employment checksIf you are successfully offered this position, you will go through a series of pre-employment checks, including: identity, nationality (single or dual) or immigration status, employment history going back 3 continuous years, and unspent criminal record check (known as Disclosure and Barring Service).To be successfully appointed to this role, it is a requirement to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance.To obtain SC clearance, the successful applicant must have resided continuously within the United Kingdom for the last 5 years, along with other criteria and requirements.Throughout the recruitment process, you will be asked questions about your security clearance eligibility such as, but not limited to, country of residence and nationality.Some posts are restricted to sole UK Nationals for security reasons; therefore, you may be asked about your citizenship in the application process.Make it real - what does it mean for you?You will be encouraged to have a positive work-life balance. Our hybrid-first way of working means we embed hybrid working in all that we do and make flexible working arrangements the day-to-day reality for our people. All UK employees are eligible to request flexible working arrangements.You'd be joining an accredited Great Place to work for Wellbeing in 2024. Employee wellbeing is vitally important to us as an organisation. We see a healthy and happy workforce a critical component for us to achieve our organisational ambitions.To help support wellbeing we have trained 'Mental Health Champions' across each of our business areas, and we have invested in wellbeing apps such as Thrive and Peppy.You will be empowered to explore, innovate, and progress. You will benefit from Capgemini's 'learning for life' mindset, meaning you will have countless training and development opportunities from thinktanks to hackathons, and access to 250,000 courses with numerous external certifications from AWS, Microsoft, Harvard ManageMentor, Cybersecurity qualifications and much more.You'll be bringing your unique skills and perspectives to the team, inspiring and taking inspiration from your teammates as you unlock value in everything you do. You'll be joining a professional community of experts, who have got your back and will support you, every step of the way.Capgemini. Make it real.Why you should consider CapgeminiGrowing clients' businesses while building a more sustainable, more inclusive future is a tough ask. When you join Capgemini, you'll join a thriving company and become part of a collective of free-thinkers, entrepreneurs and industry experts. We find new ways technology can help us reimagine what's possible. It's why, together, we seek out opportunities that will transform the world's leading businesses, and it's how you'll gain the experiences and connections you need to shape your future. By learning from each other every day, sharing knowledge, and always pushing yourself to do better, you'll build the skills you want. You'll use your skills to help our clients leverage technology to innovate and grow their business. So, it might not always be easy, but making the world a better place rarely is.About CapgeminiCapgemini is an AI-powered global business and technology transformation partner, delivering tangible business value. We imagine the future of organisations and make it real with AI, technology and people. With our strong heritage of nearly 60 years, we are a responsible and diverse group of over 420,000 team members in more than 50 countries. We deliver end-to-end services and solutions with our deep industry expertise and strong partner ecosystem, leveraging our capabilities across strategy, technology, design, engineering and business operations. The Group reported 2025 global revenues of €22.5 billion.Make it real
The Architecture Services department is made of two technical areas; Solutions and Vendor-based presales. The Solutions Architects focus on complex architecture with knowledge ranging more broadly across one or more disciplines, whilst Vendor Architects specialise on providing expertise within specified vendors and provide a deeper level of understanding of those vendors. Success. The Softcat Way. There is a uniqueness to Softcat-what we do, how we do it and why we do it. At the heart of our operations are our core values: Passion, Intelligence, Fun, Responsible and Community. These values are the pillars that guide our every action. As a Datacentre vendor Architect, you will work as a member of the Architecture Services department to translate a client's technical requirements into innovative, thoughtful, and well designed solutions either on premise or via a public or private cloud offering. This role is focused on architecting VMware Cloud Foundation 9 (VCF 9) instances and operating models for modern private cloud, covering compute, storage, networking, security, management and automation. You will act as a subject matter expert and technical design authority for VCF 9 architectures, guiding customers from discovery through design and into delivery with a clear focus on security, resilience, supportability and commercial outcomes. As Senior Architect - VMware, you'll be responsible for: Leading customer discovery to capture requirements, constraints and priorities (e.g. MoSCoW), including stakeholder workshops and options/decision papers. Designing and acting as technical authority for VCF 9 architectures (management/workload domains, multi cluster and multi site), producing and contributing to High Level Designs aligned to operating model, governance and compliance. Defining upgrade and migration strategies into VCF 9 (and earlier versions), covering risks, dependencies and cutover planning. Architecting VCF 9 networking, security and storage, including NSX aligned designs, segmentation, vSAN architectures, and integration with physical networks and external storage where required. Designing for modern platform consumption on VCF 9, including Kubernetes enabled workloads (VKS), multi tenancy and tenant/chargeback models. Collaborating with cross discipline specialists to deliver end to end solutions (hardware, backup/DR, observability, public cloud integrations). We'd love you to have VCF 9 Architect certification (VCP VCF 9 Architect). VCAP specialization aligned to VCF 9 in at least one area: Networking (NSX), Storage, or VKS. Earlier certifications including VCAPs (vSphere v7 or higher) are required to demonstrate depth of design and delivery capability. Demonstrable presales experience designing and communicating modern private cloud / hybrid platform solutions, with deep VMware architecture capability. Prior delivery experience (hands on project delivery) designing and implementing VMware Cloud Foundation environments. Strong architectural knowledge of the VCF 9 stack and operating model, including how vSphere, vSAN, NSX and VCF management components integrate in a supportable reference architecture. Ability to understand and ratify technical designs at high level, balancing customer outcomes, operational reality, security/resilience and commercial considerations. AVS (Azure VMware Solution) or VMware Cloud on AWS (VMC) architecture experience. Other technology vendor experience and certifications (e.g., server, storage, networking), demonstrating you can design how hardware platforms and the VCF stack interoperate in real world datacentre environments. Work in a way that works for you Working flexible hours - flexing the times you start and finish during the day. Flexibility around school pick up and drop offs. Working with us Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives, and embraces every background. If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we can provide support or adjustments that you may need throughout our recruitment process or any mitigating circumstance you wish for us to consider. Any information you share on your application will be treated in confidence. You can find out more about life at Softcat and our commitments to diversity and inclusion at We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and will provide you with opportunities to grow, flourish, and achieve great things. Benefits Pension Share incentive plan Life Assurance Holiday Trips Vouchers Partner/family Benefits Maternity, Paternity and Adoption support Locations: Birmingham, Bristol, Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester, Marlow, Newcastle, South Coast
04/06/2026
Full time
The Architecture Services department is made of two technical areas; Solutions and Vendor-based presales. The Solutions Architects focus on complex architecture with knowledge ranging more broadly across one or more disciplines, whilst Vendor Architects specialise on providing expertise within specified vendors and provide a deeper level of understanding of those vendors. Success. The Softcat Way. There is a uniqueness to Softcat-what we do, how we do it and why we do it. At the heart of our operations are our core values: Passion, Intelligence, Fun, Responsible and Community. These values are the pillars that guide our every action. As a Datacentre vendor Architect, you will work as a member of the Architecture Services department to translate a client's technical requirements into innovative, thoughtful, and well designed solutions either on premise or via a public or private cloud offering. This role is focused on architecting VMware Cloud Foundation 9 (VCF 9) instances and operating models for modern private cloud, covering compute, storage, networking, security, management and automation. You will act as a subject matter expert and technical design authority for VCF 9 architectures, guiding customers from discovery through design and into delivery with a clear focus on security, resilience, supportability and commercial outcomes. As Senior Architect - VMware, you'll be responsible for: Leading customer discovery to capture requirements, constraints and priorities (e.g. MoSCoW), including stakeholder workshops and options/decision papers. Designing and acting as technical authority for VCF 9 architectures (management/workload domains, multi cluster and multi site), producing and contributing to High Level Designs aligned to operating model, governance and compliance. Defining upgrade and migration strategies into VCF 9 (and earlier versions), covering risks, dependencies and cutover planning. Architecting VCF 9 networking, security and storage, including NSX aligned designs, segmentation, vSAN architectures, and integration with physical networks and external storage where required. Designing for modern platform consumption on VCF 9, including Kubernetes enabled workloads (VKS), multi tenancy and tenant/chargeback models. Collaborating with cross discipline specialists to deliver end to end solutions (hardware, backup/DR, observability, public cloud integrations). We'd love you to have VCF 9 Architect certification (VCP VCF 9 Architect). VCAP specialization aligned to VCF 9 in at least one area: Networking (NSX), Storage, or VKS. Earlier certifications including VCAPs (vSphere v7 or higher) are required to demonstrate depth of design and delivery capability. Demonstrable presales experience designing and communicating modern private cloud / hybrid platform solutions, with deep VMware architecture capability. Prior delivery experience (hands on project delivery) designing and implementing VMware Cloud Foundation environments. Strong architectural knowledge of the VCF 9 stack and operating model, including how vSphere, vSAN, NSX and VCF management components integrate in a supportable reference architecture. Ability to understand and ratify technical designs at high level, balancing customer outcomes, operational reality, security/resilience and commercial considerations. AVS (Azure VMware Solution) or VMware Cloud on AWS (VMC) architecture experience. Other technology vendor experience and certifications (e.g., server, storage, networking), demonstrating you can design how hardware platforms and the VCF stack interoperate in real world datacentre environments. Work in a way that works for you Working flexible hours - flexing the times you start and finish during the day. Flexibility around school pick up and drop offs. Working with us Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives, and embraces every background. If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we can provide support or adjustments that you may need throughout our recruitment process or any mitigating circumstance you wish for us to consider. Any information you share on your application will be treated in confidence. You can find out more about life at Softcat and our commitments to diversity and inclusion at We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and will provide you with opportunities to grow, flourish, and achieve great things. Benefits Pension Share incentive plan Life Assurance Holiday Trips Vouchers Partner/family Benefits Maternity, Paternity and Adoption support Locations: Birmingham, Bristol, Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester, Marlow, Newcastle, South Coast
About SHI International Corp. Since 1989, SHI International Corp. has helped organizations change the world through technology. We've grown every year since, and today we're proud to be a $16 billion global provider of IT solutions and services. Over 17,000 organizations worldwide rely on SHI's concierge approach to help them solve what's next. But the heartbeat of SHI is our employees - all 7,000 of them. Benefits Our commitment to diversity, as the largest minority- and woman-owned enterprise in the U.S. Continuous professional growth and leadership opportunities. Health, wellness, and financial benefits to offer peace of mind to you and your family. World-class facilities and the technology you need to thrive - in our offices or yours. Job Summary The Senior Datacentre Solutions Architect is responsible for the end-to-end architectural ownership, technical design authority, and governance of complex datacentre and hybrid cloud infrastructure solutions across compute, storage, data protection, networking, and resilience. Operating as a senior technical authority and trusted adviser, this role works with enterprise customers to define strategy, lead complex solution sales engagements, and deliver architectures that align business outcomes, technology maturity, and operational excellence. The Senior Solutions Architect also plays a key role in mentoring others, shaping standards, and influencing practice direction. Role Purpose The role of a Senior Solutions Architect is to provide customers with impartial, industry leading architectural guidance, helping them define and execute datacentre and hybrid cloud strategies that deliver measurable business outcomes; act as a technical leader and escalation point for complex or high risk opportunities; partner with Sales to open and expand high value, strategic accounts, demonstrating credibility through depth of expertise and strength of architectural opinion; and lead solution engagements from inception through values based design, governance, and handover into delivery. Key Responsibilities Customer & Commercial Engagement Work closely with customers, Account Managers, and Business Development Managers to qualify, shape, and lead complex opportunities, translating business requirements into robust technical architectures. Maintain accurate opportunity data within SHI's CRM to support forecasting, reporting, and pipeline governance. Identify and drive expansion and upsell opportunities, coordinating specialist resources from across SHI where required. Architecture Ownership & Design Authority Act as design authority for datacentre and hybrid cloud infrastructure solutions, ensuring alignment with customer objectives, operational capability, and architectural best practice. Own architectural decisions across multi vendor environments and challenge designs where necessary to protect quality, resilience, and long term value. Ensure solutions align with enterprise standards, security principles, and lifecycle considerations. VMware & Cloud Foundation Leadership Lead the architecture and design of VMware based platforms, with strong emphasis on VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) as a strategic foundation for private, hybrid, and multi cloud environments. Design and govern solutions incorporating vSphere, vSAN, NSX, and SDDC Manager, including integration with backup, DR, and operational tooling. Advise customers on VCF adoption strategies, migration paths, operating models, and roadmap alignment. Sizing, Modelling & Financial Awareness Perform detailed sizing, capacity planning, and performance modelling to ensure solutions meet functional, non functional, and budgetary requirements. Produce TCO, ROI, and business case models, articulating the cost and value implications of architectural decisions across Capex and Opex. Documentation & Assurance Produce and assure high quality technical and commercial documentation, including RFP responses, High Level Designs (HLDs), Statements of Work (SoWs), TCO models and business cases. Ensure documentation quality reflects senior level ownership and attention to detail. Delivery Handover & Lifecycle Support Own the handover of designs into Professional Services, ensuring clarity, completeness, and alignment. Act as an architectural escalation point during delivery and transition into service where required. Internal Leadership & Collaboration Build strong working relationships across Sales, Professional Services, Partners, and the wider Solutions & Specialist Architect (SSA) community. Contribute to the definition, documentation, and adoption of architectural standards, patterns, and best practices. Mentor and support less experienced architects and engineers within the practice. Partner & Vendor Engagement maintain strong relationships with key technology partners (including VMware, Dell, HPE, Pure Storage, NetApp). Stay current with product roadmaps, reference architectures, and market trends, acting as a technically agnostic adviser to customers. Qualifications, Skills & Experience Essential Experience 7+ years in datacentre, infrastructure, or hybrid cloud architecture roles. Proven experience acting as senior solution design authority on complex, enterprise scale engagements. Strong multi vendor experience across Dell, HPE, Pure Storage, NetApp, and VMware ecosystems. Demonstrable experience designing and governing VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF)-based platforms. Core Technical Skills Enterprise compute and virtualisation platforms (VMware-centric, including VCF). VMware technologies: vSphere, vSAN, NSX, SDDC Manager. Storage architectures: SAN, NAS, object storage. Data protection, backup, and disaster recovery design. Resilient, scalable datacentre and hybrid cloud architectures. Essential Attributes Self driven, highly motivated, and comfortable operating with minimal supervision. Strong analytical and structured problem solving skills. Ability to communicate complex architectural concepts to both technical and non technical stakeholders, including senior leadership. Confidence to challenge, influence, and guide customers and internal teams. Commercially astute with strong awareness of financial and business impact of design choices. Strategic mindset with meticulous attention to detail. Passion for technology and its ability to deliver meaningful business outcomes. Desirable Qualifications & Certifications VMware certifications (VCF / VCP / VCAP highly desirable). Dell, HPE ASE (Compute & Storage), Pure Storage FlashArray / FlashBlade, NetApp certifications. Cloud, automation, or operational tooling certifications considered advantageous. Equal Employment Opportunity - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status Equal Employment Opportunity - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status.
31/05/2026
Full time
About SHI International Corp. Since 1989, SHI International Corp. has helped organizations change the world through technology. We've grown every year since, and today we're proud to be a $16 billion global provider of IT solutions and services. Over 17,000 organizations worldwide rely on SHI's concierge approach to help them solve what's next. But the heartbeat of SHI is our employees - all 7,000 of them. Benefits Our commitment to diversity, as the largest minority- and woman-owned enterprise in the U.S. Continuous professional growth and leadership opportunities. Health, wellness, and financial benefits to offer peace of mind to you and your family. World-class facilities and the technology you need to thrive - in our offices or yours. Job Summary The Senior Datacentre Solutions Architect is responsible for the end-to-end architectural ownership, technical design authority, and governance of complex datacentre and hybrid cloud infrastructure solutions across compute, storage, data protection, networking, and resilience. Operating as a senior technical authority and trusted adviser, this role works with enterprise customers to define strategy, lead complex solution sales engagements, and deliver architectures that align business outcomes, technology maturity, and operational excellence. The Senior Solutions Architect also plays a key role in mentoring others, shaping standards, and influencing practice direction. Role Purpose The role of a Senior Solutions Architect is to provide customers with impartial, industry leading architectural guidance, helping them define and execute datacentre and hybrid cloud strategies that deliver measurable business outcomes; act as a technical leader and escalation point for complex or high risk opportunities; partner with Sales to open and expand high value, strategic accounts, demonstrating credibility through depth of expertise and strength of architectural opinion; and lead solution engagements from inception through values based design, governance, and handover into delivery. Key Responsibilities Customer & Commercial Engagement Work closely with customers, Account Managers, and Business Development Managers to qualify, shape, and lead complex opportunities, translating business requirements into robust technical architectures. Maintain accurate opportunity data within SHI's CRM to support forecasting, reporting, and pipeline governance. Identify and drive expansion and upsell opportunities, coordinating specialist resources from across SHI where required. Architecture Ownership & Design Authority Act as design authority for datacentre and hybrid cloud infrastructure solutions, ensuring alignment with customer objectives, operational capability, and architectural best practice. Own architectural decisions across multi vendor environments and challenge designs where necessary to protect quality, resilience, and long term value. Ensure solutions align with enterprise standards, security principles, and lifecycle considerations. VMware & Cloud Foundation Leadership Lead the architecture and design of VMware based platforms, with strong emphasis on VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) as a strategic foundation for private, hybrid, and multi cloud environments. Design and govern solutions incorporating vSphere, vSAN, NSX, and SDDC Manager, including integration with backup, DR, and operational tooling. Advise customers on VCF adoption strategies, migration paths, operating models, and roadmap alignment. Sizing, Modelling & Financial Awareness Perform detailed sizing, capacity planning, and performance modelling to ensure solutions meet functional, non functional, and budgetary requirements. Produce TCO, ROI, and business case models, articulating the cost and value implications of architectural decisions across Capex and Opex. Documentation & Assurance Produce and assure high quality technical and commercial documentation, including RFP responses, High Level Designs (HLDs), Statements of Work (SoWs), TCO models and business cases. Ensure documentation quality reflects senior level ownership and attention to detail. Delivery Handover & Lifecycle Support Own the handover of designs into Professional Services, ensuring clarity, completeness, and alignment. Act as an architectural escalation point during delivery and transition into service where required. Internal Leadership & Collaboration Build strong working relationships across Sales, Professional Services, Partners, and the wider Solutions & Specialist Architect (SSA) community. Contribute to the definition, documentation, and adoption of architectural standards, patterns, and best practices. Mentor and support less experienced architects and engineers within the practice. Partner & Vendor Engagement maintain strong relationships with key technology partners (including VMware, Dell, HPE, Pure Storage, NetApp). Stay current with product roadmaps, reference architectures, and market trends, acting as a technically agnostic adviser to customers. Qualifications, Skills & Experience Essential Experience 7+ years in datacentre, infrastructure, or hybrid cloud architecture roles. Proven experience acting as senior solution design authority on complex, enterprise scale engagements. Strong multi vendor experience across Dell, HPE, Pure Storage, NetApp, and VMware ecosystems. Demonstrable experience designing and governing VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF)-based platforms. Core Technical Skills Enterprise compute and virtualisation platforms (VMware-centric, including VCF). VMware technologies: vSphere, vSAN, NSX, SDDC Manager. Storage architectures: SAN, NAS, object storage. Data protection, backup, and disaster recovery design. Resilient, scalable datacentre and hybrid cloud architectures. Essential Attributes Self driven, highly motivated, and comfortable operating with minimal supervision. Strong analytical and structured problem solving skills. Ability to communicate complex architectural concepts to both technical and non technical stakeholders, including senior leadership. Confidence to challenge, influence, and guide customers and internal teams. Commercially astute with strong awareness of financial and business impact of design choices. Strategic mindset with meticulous attention to detail. Passion for technology and its ability to deliver meaningful business outcomes. Desirable Qualifications & Certifications VMware certifications (VCF / VCP / VCAP highly desirable). Dell, HPE ASE (Compute & Storage), Pure Storage FlashArray / FlashBlade, NetApp certifications. Cloud, automation, or operational tooling certifications considered advantageous. Equal Employment Opportunity - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status Equal Employment Opportunity - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status.
Senior Infrastructure Engineer - Farnborough - Highest Security Clearance Required - 550 - 650 Outside IR35 A growing technology organisation operating within highly secure environments is looking to hire both Mid-Level and Senior Infrastructure Engineers to support and evolve critical infrastructure platforms across complex programmes. These opportunities suit engineers who enjoy working in security-conscious environments where resilience, availability and compliance are central to day-to-day operations. Senior Infrastructure Engineer The senior role is suited to experienced infrastructure engineers capable of leading technical delivery, mentoring others and owning critical infrastructure services. You'll ideally have: Experience designing and delivering secure infrastructure solutions Strong ownership across infrastructure lifecycle management Ability to lead technical problem solving and platform improvement initiatives Experience working within highly secure or mission-critical environments Capability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical direction Candidates must demonstrate experience across the following technologies: Windows Server / Domain Services - strong understanding of AD, GPOs, domain architecture VMware - hands-on experience with VCF, NSX, vCenter, SAN integration, and ESXi Hyper-V - practical exposure to virtualisation management and configuration PKI / Encryption - understanding of certificate services, key management, and secure communication Networking - switch configuration, VLANs (including SAN-related VLANs), routing fundamentals Linux - operational capability across common distributions Infrastructure as Code (IaC) & Automation - experience with tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or similar Clearance Due to the sensitive nature of the work, candidates must hold Highest Security Clearance Required to be considered.
28/05/2026
Contractor
Senior Infrastructure Engineer - Farnborough - Highest Security Clearance Required - 550 - 650 Outside IR35 A growing technology organisation operating within highly secure environments is looking to hire both Mid-Level and Senior Infrastructure Engineers to support and evolve critical infrastructure platforms across complex programmes. These opportunities suit engineers who enjoy working in security-conscious environments where resilience, availability and compliance are central to day-to-day operations. Senior Infrastructure Engineer The senior role is suited to experienced infrastructure engineers capable of leading technical delivery, mentoring others and owning critical infrastructure services. You'll ideally have: Experience designing and delivering secure infrastructure solutions Strong ownership across infrastructure lifecycle management Ability to lead technical problem solving and platform improvement initiatives Experience working within highly secure or mission-critical environments Capability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical direction Candidates must demonstrate experience across the following technologies: Windows Server / Domain Services - strong understanding of AD, GPOs, domain architecture VMware - hands-on experience with VCF, NSX, vCenter, SAN integration, and ESXi Hyper-V - practical exposure to virtualisation management and configuration PKI / Encryption - understanding of certificate services, key management, and secure communication Networking - switch configuration, VLANs (including SAN-related VLANs), routing fundamentals Linux - operational capability across common distributions Infrastructure as Code (IaC) & Automation - experience with tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or similar Clearance Due to the sensitive nature of the work, candidates must hold Highest Security Clearance Required to be considered.
At CGI, our Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit delivers mission-critical systems that help keep the UK safe and secure. As a Software Defined Network Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing and delivering next-generation network solutions that enable secure, scalable, and high-performing environments. Working across complex hybrid infrastructures, you will help drive innovation through software-defined technologies, contributing to impactful programmes. You'll take ownership of advanced networking solutions, apply creative approaches to complex challenges, and collaborate within a supportive environment that enables continuous growth and meaningful impact. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner, not just an employee. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This position will be based on site near Gloucester, 5 days a week. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will design, deploy, and manage software-defined networking solutions across hybrid environments, ensuring secure, scalable, and high-performing network architectures. You will take ownership of SDN platforms, working with Cisco ACI and VMware NSX-T to deliver robust connectivity, segmentation, and policy-driven network control aligned to business and technical requirements. You will collaborate closely with cloud, infrastructure, and security teams to optimise network performance and resilience, while contributing innovative solutions and resolving complex issues. Design & Deliver: Build SDN architectures using Cisco ACI and VMware NSX-T Configure & Manage: Implement network policies, segmentation, and connectivity rules Integrate & Optimise: Support hybrid environments across on-prem and cloud platforms Troubleshoot & Resolve: Fix complex issues across Layer 2-7 network layers Secure & Enforce: Apply micro segmentation and Zero Trust principles Collaborate & Align: Work with cloud, infrastructure, and security teams Monitor & Improve: Use tooling and analytics to improve network performance Required qualifications to be successful in this role You should have strong hands on experience in software defined networking, particularly in secure or enterprise environments. Proven experience with Cisco ACI and VMware NSX T Strong understanding of SDN concepts, VXLAN, and overlay/underlay networking Experience with hybrid cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Strong troubleshooting skills across Layers 2-7 Knowledge of network security, segmentation, and Zero Trust principles Familiarity with automation tools (Ansible, Terraform) is beneficial Relevant certifications (CCNP/CCIE, VCP NV) are desirable
26/05/2026
Full time
At CGI, our Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit delivers mission-critical systems that help keep the UK safe and secure. As a Software Defined Network Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing and delivering next-generation network solutions that enable secure, scalable, and high-performing environments. Working across complex hybrid infrastructures, you will help drive innovation through software-defined technologies, contributing to impactful programmes. You'll take ownership of advanced networking solutions, apply creative approaches to complex challenges, and collaborate within a supportive environment that enables continuous growth and meaningful impact. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner, not just an employee. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This position will be based on site near Gloucester, 5 days a week. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will design, deploy, and manage software-defined networking solutions across hybrid environments, ensuring secure, scalable, and high-performing network architectures. You will take ownership of SDN platforms, working with Cisco ACI and VMware NSX-T to deliver robust connectivity, segmentation, and policy-driven network control aligned to business and technical requirements. You will collaborate closely with cloud, infrastructure, and security teams to optimise network performance and resilience, while contributing innovative solutions and resolving complex issues. Design & Deliver: Build SDN architectures using Cisco ACI and VMware NSX-T Configure & Manage: Implement network policies, segmentation, and connectivity rules Integrate & Optimise: Support hybrid environments across on-prem and cloud platforms Troubleshoot & Resolve: Fix complex issues across Layer 2-7 network layers Secure & Enforce: Apply micro segmentation and Zero Trust principles Collaborate & Align: Work with cloud, infrastructure, and security teams Monitor & Improve: Use tooling and analytics to improve network performance Required qualifications to be successful in this role You should have strong hands on experience in software defined networking, particularly in secure or enterprise environments. Proven experience with Cisco ACI and VMware NSX T Strong understanding of SDN concepts, VXLAN, and overlay/underlay networking Experience with hybrid cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Strong troubleshooting skills across Layers 2-7 Knowledge of network security, segmentation, and Zero Trust principles Familiarity with automation tools (Ansible, Terraform) is beneficial Relevant certifications (CCNP/CCIE, VCP NV) are desirable
At CGI, our Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit delivers mission-critical systems that help keep the UK safe and secure. As a Software Defined Network Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing and delivering next-generation network solutions that enable secure, scalable, and high-performing environments. Working across complex hybrid infrastructures, you will help drive innovation through software-defined technologies, contributing to impactful programmes. You'll take ownership of advanced networking solutions, apply creative approaches to complex challenges, and collaborate within a supportive environment that enables continuous growth and meaningful impact. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner, not just an employee. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This position will be based on site near Gloucester, 5 days a week. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will design, deploy, and manage software-defined networking solutions across hybrid environments, ensuring secure, scalable, and high-performing network architectures. You will take ownership of SDN platforms, working with Cisco ACI and VMware NSX-T to deliver robust connectivity, segmentation, and policy-driven network control aligned to business and technical requirements. You will collaborate closely with cloud, infrastructure, and security teams to optimise network performance and resilience, while contributing innovative solutions and resolving complex issues. Design & Deliver: Build SDN architectures using Cisco ACI and VMware NSX-T Configure & Manage: Implement network policies, segmentation, and connectivity rules Integrate & Optimise: Support hybrid environments across on-prem and cloud platforms Troubleshoot & Resolve: Fix complex issues across Layer 2-7 network layers Secure & Enforce: Apply micro segmentation and Zero Trust principles Collaborate & Align: Work with cloud, infrastructure, and security teams Monitor & Improve: Use tooling and analytics to improve network performance Required qualifications to be successful in this role You should have strong hands on experience in software defined networking, particularly in secure or enterprise environments. Proven experience with Cisco ACI and VMware NSX T Strong understanding of SDN concepts, VXLAN, and overlay/underlay networking Experience with hybrid cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Strong troubleshooting skills across Layers 2-7 Knowledge of network security, segmentation, and Zero Trust principles Familiarity with automation tools (Ansible, Terraform) is beneficial Relevant certifications (CCNP/CCIE, VCP NV) are desirable
26/05/2026
Full time
At CGI, our Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit delivers mission-critical systems that help keep the UK safe and secure. As a Software Defined Network Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing and delivering next-generation network solutions that enable secure, scalable, and high-performing environments. Working across complex hybrid infrastructures, you will help drive innovation through software-defined technologies, contributing to impactful programmes. You'll take ownership of advanced networking solutions, apply creative approaches to complex challenges, and collaborate within a supportive environment that enables continuous growth and meaningful impact. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner, not just an employee. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This position will be based on site near Gloucester, 5 days a week. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will design, deploy, and manage software-defined networking solutions across hybrid environments, ensuring secure, scalable, and high-performing network architectures. You will take ownership of SDN platforms, working with Cisco ACI and VMware NSX-T to deliver robust connectivity, segmentation, and policy-driven network control aligned to business and technical requirements. You will collaborate closely with cloud, infrastructure, and security teams to optimise network performance and resilience, while contributing innovative solutions and resolving complex issues. Design & Deliver: Build SDN architectures using Cisco ACI and VMware NSX-T Configure & Manage: Implement network policies, segmentation, and connectivity rules Integrate & Optimise: Support hybrid environments across on-prem and cloud platforms Troubleshoot & Resolve: Fix complex issues across Layer 2-7 network layers Secure & Enforce: Apply micro segmentation and Zero Trust principles Collaborate & Align: Work with cloud, infrastructure, and security teams Monitor & Improve: Use tooling and analytics to improve network performance Required qualifications to be successful in this role You should have strong hands on experience in software defined networking, particularly in secure or enterprise environments. Proven experience with Cisco ACI and VMware NSX T Strong understanding of SDN concepts, VXLAN, and overlay/underlay networking Experience with hybrid cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Strong troubleshooting skills across Layers 2-7 Knowledge of network security, segmentation, and Zero Trust principles Familiarity with automation tools (Ansible, Terraform) is beneficial Relevant certifications (CCNP/CCIE, VCP NV) are desirable
At CGI, you will play a pivotal role in delivering secure, scalable infrastructure solutions that underpin critical operations across the Space, Defence and Intelligence sectors. Working at the forefront of innovation, you will design, build and manage modern enterprise environments that enable mission success and drive measurable outcomes for our clients. You will contribute to high-impact programmes, shaping resilient platforms while collaborating with experts in a culture that values accountability, technical creativity, and continuous development. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This position will be based in the CGI Chippenham office 5 days a week. Your Future Duties and Responsibilities In this role, you will design, build and manage secure, high-performing infrastructure environments that support critical defence and intelligence operations. You will take ownership of delivering robust platforms across virtualised, cloud and software-defined environments, contributing to solution design and influencing key technical decisions. Working closely with architecture, security and delivery teams, you will help shape resilient systems while continuously identifying opportunities to optimise, modernise and automate infrastructure services. You will play a key role in ensuring systems are reliable, scalable and aligned with strict security requirements, while also supporting complex troubleshooting and ongoing improvements. Your contributions will directly impact programme success, enabling innovative solutions in highly secure environments while being supported by a collaborative and forward-thinking team. Build & Configure: Develop enterprise infrastructure environments across virtualised and cloud platforms Deploy & Optimise: Implement and enhance VMware, VxRail and NSX based solutions Operate & Maintain: Manage day to day infrastructure operations, ensuring performance and availability Architect & Secure: Design network and cross domain solutions aligned to security standards Support & Resolve: Provide 2nd/3rd line support and resolve complex infrastructure issues Collaborate & Deliver: Work with cross functional teams to deliver high quality, timely solutions Automate & Improve: Identify optimisation opportunities and contribute to automation initiatives Required Qualifications to be Successful in This Role You will bring strong experience in enterprise infrastructure engineering within defence or secure environments, with a focus on virtualisation, cloud technologies and secure system design. A solid understanding of infrastructure lifecycle management, combined with hands on technical expertise, will enable you to contribute effectively to complex, high impact programmes. Proven experience working in Defence or secure environments Strong knowledge of enterprise infrastructure (compute, storage, networking) Hands on experience with VMware technologies (including Cloud Foundation, VxRail) Experience designing or supporting cross-domain solutions Understanding of infrastructure lifecycle management and best practices Experience implementing and managing SSO solutions Experience with Kubernetes platforms, ideally VKS Familiarity with security standards, processes and policies in Defence (desirable) Exposure to automation tools and Infrastructure as Code (desirable) Knowledge of hybrid or multi-cloud environments (desirable) Strong Linux and/or Windows Server administration skills (desirable)
26/05/2026
Full time
At CGI, you will play a pivotal role in delivering secure, scalable infrastructure solutions that underpin critical operations across the Space, Defence and Intelligence sectors. Working at the forefront of innovation, you will design, build and manage modern enterprise environments that enable mission success and drive measurable outcomes for our clients. You will contribute to high-impact programmes, shaping resilient platforms while collaborating with experts in a culture that values accountability, technical creativity, and continuous development. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This position will be based in the CGI Chippenham office 5 days a week. Your Future Duties and Responsibilities In this role, you will design, build and manage secure, high-performing infrastructure environments that support critical defence and intelligence operations. You will take ownership of delivering robust platforms across virtualised, cloud and software-defined environments, contributing to solution design and influencing key technical decisions. Working closely with architecture, security and delivery teams, you will help shape resilient systems while continuously identifying opportunities to optimise, modernise and automate infrastructure services. You will play a key role in ensuring systems are reliable, scalable and aligned with strict security requirements, while also supporting complex troubleshooting and ongoing improvements. Your contributions will directly impact programme success, enabling innovative solutions in highly secure environments while being supported by a collaborative and forward-thinking team. Build & Configure: Develop enterprise infrastructure environments across virtualised and cloud platforms Deploy & Optimise: Implement and enhance VMware, VxRail and NSX based solutions Operate & Maintain: Manage day to day infrastructure operations, ensuring performance and availability Architect & Secure: Design network and cross domain solutions aligned to security standards Support & Resolve: Provide 2nd/3rd line support and resolve complex infrastructure issues Collaborate & Deliver: Work with cross functional teams to deliver high quality, timely solutions Automate & Improve: Identify optimisation opportunities and contribute to automation initiatives Required Qualifications to be Successful in This Role You will bring strong experience in enterprise infrastructure engineering within defence or secure environments, with a focus on virtualisation, cloud technologies and secure system design. A solid understanding of infrastructure lifecycle management, combined with hands on technical expertise, will enable you to contribute effectively to complex, high impact programmes. Proven experience working in Defence or secure environments Strong knowledge of enterprise infrastructure (compute, storage, networking) Hands on experience with VMware technologies (including Cloud Foundation, VxRail) Experience designing or supporting cross-domain solutions Understanding of infrastructure lifecycle management and best practices Experience implementing and managing SSO solutions Experience with Kubernetes platforms, ideally VKS Familiarity with security standards, processes and policies in Defence (desirable) Exposure to automation tools and Infrastructure as Code (desirable) Knowledge of hybrid or multi-cloud environments (desirable) Strong Linux and/or Windows Server administration skills (desirable)
At CGI, you will play a pivotal role in delivering secure, scalable infrastructure solutions that underpin critical operations across the Space, Defence and Intelligence sectors. Working at the forefront of innovation, you will design, build and manage modern enterprise environments that enable mission success and drive measurable outcomes for our clients. You will contribute to high-impact programmes, shaping resilient platforms while collaborating with experts in a culture that values accountability, technical creativity, and continuous development. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This position will be based in the CGI Chippenham office 5 days a week. Your Future Duties and Responsibilities In this role, you will design, build and manage secure, high-performing infrastructure environments that support critical defence and intelligence operations. You will take ownership of delivering robust platforms across virtualised, cloud and software-defined environments, contributing to solution design and influencing key technical decisions. Working closely with architecture, security and delivery teams, you will help shape resilient systems while continuously identifying opportunities to optimise, modernise and automate infrastructure services. You will play a key role in ensuring systems are reliable, scalable and aligned with strict security requirements, while also supporting complex troubleshooting and ongoing improvements. Your contributions will directly impact programme success, enabling innovative solutions in highly secure environments while being supported by a collaborative and forward-thinking team. Build & Configure: Develop enterprise infrastructure environments across virtualised and cloud platforms Deploy & Optimise: Implement and enhance VMware, VxRail and NSX based solutions Operate & Maintain: Manage day to day infrastructure operations, ensuring performance and availability Architect & Secure: Design network and cross domain solutions aligned to security standards Support & Resolve: Provide 2nd/3rd line support and resolve complex infrastructure issues Collaborate & Deliver: Work with cross functional teams to deliver high quality, timely solutions Automate & Improve: Identify optimisation opportunities and contribute to automation initiatives Required Qualifications to be Successful in This Role You will bring strong experience in enterprise infrastructure engineering within defence or secure environments, with a focus on virtualisation, cloud technologies and secure system design. A solid understanding of infrastructure lifecycle management, combined with hands on technical expertise, will enable you to contribute effectively to complex, high impact programmes. Proven experience working in Defence or secure environments Strong knowledge of enterprise infrastructure (compute, storage, networking) Hands on experience with VMware technologies (including Cloud Foundation, VxRail) Experience designing or supporting cross-domain solutions Understanding of infrastructure lifecycle management and best practices Experience implementing and managing SSO solutions Experience with Kubernetes platforms, ideally VKS Familiarity with security standards, processes and policies in Defence (desirable) Exposure to automation tools and Infrastructure as Code (desirable) Knowledge of hybrid or multi-cloud environments (desirable) Strong Linux and/or Windows Server administration skills (desirable)
26/05/2026
Full time
At CGI, you will play a pivotal role in delivering secure, scalable infrastructure solutions that underpin critical operations across the Space, Defence and Intelligence sectors. Working at the forefront of innovation, you will design, build and manage modern enterprise environments that enable mission success and drive measurable outcomes for our clients. You will contribute to high-impact programmes, shaping resilient platforms while collaborating with experts in a culture that values accountability, technical creativity, and continuous development. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This position will be based in the CGI Chippenham office 5 days a week. Your Future Duties and Responsibilities In this role, you will design, build and manage secure, high-performing infrastructure environments that support critical defence and intelligence operations. You will take ownership of delivering robust platforms across virtualised, cloud and software-defined environments, contributing to solution design and influencing key technical decisions. Working closely with architecture, security and delivery teams, you will help shape resilient systems while continuously identifying opportunities to optimise, modernise and automate infrastructure services. You will play a key role in ensuring systems are reliable, scalable and aligned with strict security requirements, while also supporting complex troubleshooting and ongoing improvements. Your contributions will directly impact programme success, enabling innovative solutions in highly secure environments while being supported by a collaborative and forward-thinking team. Build & Configure: Develop enterprise infrastructure environments across virtualised and cloud platforms Deploy & Optimise: Implement and enhance VMware, VxRail and NSX based solutions Operate & Maintain: Manage day to day infrastructure operations, ensuring performance and availability Architect & Secure: Design network and cross domain solutions aligned to security standards Support & Resolve: Provide 2nd/3rd line support and resolve complex infrastructure issues Collaborate & Deliver: Work with cross functional teams to deliver high quality, timely solutions Automate & Improve: Identify optimisation opportunities and contribute to automation initiatives Required Qualifications to be Successful in This Role You will bring strong experience in enterprise infrastructure engineering within defence or secure environments, with a focus on virtualisation, cloud technologies and secure system design. A solid understanding of infrastructure lifecycle management, combined with hands on technical expertise, will enable you to contribute effectively to complex, high impact programmes. Proven experience working in Defence or secure environments Strong knowledge of enterprise infrastructure (compute, storage, networking) Hands on experience with VMware technologies (including Cloud Foundation, VxRail) Experience designing or supporting cross-domain solutions Understanding of infrastructure lifecycle management and best practices Experience implementing and managing SSO solutions Experience with Kubernetes platforms, ideally VKS Familiarity with security standards, processes and policies in Defence (desirable) Exposure to automation tools and Infrastructure as Code (desirable) Knowledge of hybrid or multi-cloud environments (desirable) Strong Linux and/or Windows Server administration skills (desirable)
We are looking for a passionate Principal Network Engineer to help us deliver and run a suite of new technology solutions for the entire company. The Principal Network Engineer role is accountable for delivering a variety of technical products, working as part of the Network Team alongside other engineers and architects. The Principal Network Engineer will be part of the team that is responsible for the development and support of Elanco's Network Platform. The team works closely with the Technical Service Owners and Operations Team to constantly raise the reliability bar for our services, providing guidance for the adoption of modern technologies and zero trust strategy in all stages of the service development life cycle. Your Responsibilities Leading large-scale projects within the organization Setting technical direction, strategic guidance and long term vision for engineering teams Influencing company wide engineering practices and standards Collaborating with cross functional teams and stakeholders at all levels Solving complex, high impact problems with innovative solutions Driving continuous improvement and innovation within the organization Proactively researching new and emerging technologies and approaches to enhance the network infrastructure posture of Elanco Engaging in the community (internally and externally) across multiple channels, looking to share, educate and inspire Mentoring and coaching senior and junior engineers, helping them to develop technical skills and grow their careers Communicating technical information to non technical stakeholders (documentation, presentations, client meetings) Representing the team in meetings with other teams and stakeholders (technical issues, status updates, negotiations) Contributing to the overall technical strategy of the organization (identifying new technologies or solutions, developing the technical roadmap) Cross functional collaboration: Bridging communication gaps and ensuring alignment on project goals with teams such as security, development, and product management Minimum Qualifications At least 10 years experience in network engineering 8+ years hands on experience in routing, switching, wireless, segmentation (Cisco) Experience working in manufacturing, qualified or regulated environments Strong understanding and knowledge of SDN (Software Defined Networking) technologies (Cisco SD WAN, VMWare NSX) Solid knowledge of Network Access Control (especially Forescout) Understanding of hybrid cloud environment (Azure, GCP, VMware) Familiarity with network security solutions Strong communication skills with multiple examples of conveying complex ideas in a definitive manner Strong personal and work organizational skills Experience in Wireless LAN (Meraki, Catalyst, Outdoor Wireless) Preferred Qualifications Experience in designing and building technical solutions Familiarity with scripting and automation Experience within an infrastructure environment Experience working with vendors and MSPs Strong passion for new technologies, new ideas and creative way of thinking Agile exposure and experience Experience in Network Monitoring Additional Information Travel: 0-10% Location: Hook, UK - Hybrid Work Environment Working standard hours or shift with occasional work across time zones to support the global business may be required Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
22/05/2026
Full time
We are looking for a passionate Principal Network Engineer to help us deliver and run a suite of new technology solutions for the entire company. The Principal Network Engineer role is accountable for delivering a variety of technical products, working as part of the Network Team alongside other engineers and architects. The Principal Network Engineer will be part of the team that is responsible for the development and support of Elanco's Network Platform. The team works closely with the Technical Service Owners and Operations Team to constantly raise the reliability bar for our services, providing guidance for the adoption of modern technologies and zero trust strategy in all stages of the service development life cycle. Your Responsibilities Leading large-scale projects within the organization Setting technical direction, strategic guidance and long term vision for engineering teams Influencing company wide engineering practices and standards Collaborating with cross functional teams and stakeholders at all levels Solving complex, high impact problems with innovative solutions Driving continuous improvement and innovation within the organization Proactively researching new and emerging technologies and approaches to enhance the network infrastructure posture of Elanco Engaging in the community (internally and externally) across multiple channels, looking to share, educate and inspire Mentoring and coaching senior and junior engineers, helping them to develop technical skills and grow their careers Communicating technical information to non technical stakeholders (documentation, presentations, client meetings) Representing the team in meetings with other teams and stakeholders (technical issues, status updates, negotiations) Contributing to the overall technical strategy of the organization (identifying new technologies or solutions, developing the technical roadmap) Cross functional collaboration: Bridging communication gaps and ensuring alignment on project goals with teams such as security, development, and product management Minimum Qualifications At least 10 years experience in network engineering 8+ years hands on experience in routing, switching, wireless, segmentation (Cisco) Experience working in manufacturing, qualified or regulated environments Strong understanding and knowledge of SDN (Software Defined Networking) technologies (Cisco SD WAN, VMWare NSX) Solid knowledge of Network Access Control (especially Forescout) Understanding of hybrid cloud environment (Azure, GCP, VMware) Familiarity with network security solutions Strong communication skills with multiple examples of conveying complex ideas in a definitive manner Strong personal and work organizational skills Experience in Wireless LAN (Meraki, Catalyst, Outdoor Wireless) Preferred Qualifications Experience in designing and building technical solutions Familiarity with scripting and automation Experience within an infrastructure environment Experience working with vendors and MSPs Strong passion for new technologies, new ideas and creative way of thinking Agile exposure and experience Experience in Network Monitoring Additional Information Travel: 0-10% Location: Hook, UK - Hybrid Work Environment Working standard hours or shift with occasional work across time zones to support the global business may be required Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
