Network Engineer (JFF5) - DV clearance

Successful candidate must hold a minimum of DV (Developed Vetting) clearance. More information can be found here - National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Our client, a leader in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Network Engineer for a contract position in Yeovil. This role provides an exciting opportunity to work on projects that safeguard the UK's most critical systems, supporting a team dedicated to maintaining network security and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Designing, configuring, and supporting network virtualisation solutions, specifically VMware NSX, within secure and enterprise environments
• Taking ownership of engineering delivery for one or more work packages, including planning, estimation, execution, and reporting
• Developing and reviewing high- and low-level network designs and technical documentation
• Integrating and testing network components, ensuring compliance with performance and security requirements
• Providing mentoring, guidance, and technical leadership to Network Engineers and Technicians
• Collaborating with stakeholders, project teams, and customers to ensure solutions meet requirements
• Driving continuous improvement and contributing to engineering standards and governance

Job Requirements:

• Strong experience in designing, configuring, and supporting network virtualisation platforms like NSX or similar
• Ability to balance hands-on engineering with technical leadership and mentoring responsibilities
• Confidence to take ownership of solutions and represent networking in technical discussions
• In-depth understanding of TCP/IP, OSI model, and routing/switching protocols such as BGP, OSPF, QoS, VPNs, VLANs
• Proficiency in integrating NSX networking within virtualised and platform environments (e.g. VCF)
• Hands-on experience with Cisco or equivalent multi-vendor network equipment
• Familiarity with network security technologies, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPN, and segmentation
• Knowledge of virtualisation and cloud networking concepts

Desirable Skills:

• VMware NSX-T deep expertise and certification (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with VCF networking integration (vSphere, vSAN, Aria Suite)
• Understanding of overlay/underlay network design concepts
• Experience in automation of network configuration (Ansible, Terraform, APIs)
• Integration with security tooling (SIEM, SOC platforms)
• Knowledge of cloud networking (AWS, Azure) and hybrid connectivity
• Experience working in secure or regulated environments

If you are an experienced Network Engineer looking to take the next step in your career within a dynamic and security-focused environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated team in Yeovil.