Defence Networks Specialist

Defence Networks Specialist – Bristol/Corsham – Salary depending on Experience Our client has a new opportunity for a Defence Networks Specialist. You will be helping deliver a wide range of complex and challenging technical programmes within a dynamic and rewarding environment. You will work closely alongside various defence clients to ensure that innovative and effective solutions are developed for the UK armed forces. Due to the nature of the role you will need to hold current SC or be able to gain SC clearance. What will your role look like? You will be a key participant in the design and delivery of a variety of strategic programmes and business-critical initiatives. Your remit would also cover large-scale engagements where change and evolution of services contribute to this fascinating, and demanding environment. What you will be doing: • Providing technical advice and support on the identification, assessment, modelling, integration, deployment and operation of tactical land environment wireless and wired networks • Providing technical input including; • Network architectures • Network protocols, including Mobile Ad Hoc Networking (MANET) • Network equipment, including radios, wired and wireless bearers, routers and storage • Information Security, including crypto, gateways and firewalls • VPN • Cloud technologies (storage and computing) • Software defined networking • Reviewing deliverables • Governance and assurance activities Ideally you will have most of the below experiences: • Knowledge and understanding of Network Systems within the Military Deployed Tactical Environment • Expert knowledge in the design and integration of network technologies responding to the challenges imposed by the tactical bearer environment • The ability to support the Technical Authority in the projects system design and conduct formal technical reviews • The ability to undertake technical assessments and testing • A general awareness of Systems Engineering and Systems Modelling & Simulation Please apply with latest CV for immediate review or call (Apply online only) for more details. People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas