Network Solution Designer

Job Title: Network Solution Designer
Location: Hybrid - Knutsford 2-3 days per week
Duration: Until 27 September 2025
Rate: £500 per day - Umbrella Only

Role:
The client is seeking and Enterprise Network Solution Designer to help raise the profile and capability of the network solution design team, in a regulated environment, considering ITSM Service Design principles as well as technical and wider service design including delivery organisational demand capabilities.
The individual will need to full understand the business requirements and explore how to deliver using strategic product sets or manage via exception processes.
They will be required to consider cost, quality, sustainability and current use cases in the process of understanding and designing appropriate network solutions going forward.
Should be experienced in Key technologies such as Cisco, Fortinet, F5, load balancers and firewalls, modern network design and security as part of solutions. This may be considered as an architect, but if broader than a systems architect.

Key Responsibilities:

• Network Solution Design: Develop comprehensive network architecture and service design solutions to support business needs and future growth.
• Technology Strategy: Define network technology strategies and roadmaps in alignment with enterprise IT objectives.
• Infrastructure Planning: Assess current network infrastructure and propose improvements, ensuring scalability and performance optimization.
• Security & Compliance: Ensure all network solutions comply with security policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
Education:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in network architecture, solution design, and service implementation.

Technical Expertise:

• Deep knowledge of networking protocols (BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VLAN, VRF, SDN, etc.)
• Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid cloud environments.
• Familiarity with network security principles, firewalls, VPNs, and access controls.
• Expertise in designing high-availability and scalable network solutions.
• Proficiency with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools.

Certifications:

• Preferred certifications include CCNP, CCIE, JNCIE, AWS/Azure Networking, TOGAF.