Principal Network Engineer
Postaladdress Uk
6 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English Experience level
Senior Compensation
£ 75KJob location
Tech stack
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Azure
Cloud Computing
Complex Networks
Continuous Integration
Python
Network Configuration and Change Management
Ansible
Zero Trust Network Access
Wide Area Networks
Multi-Cloud
Juniper
SC Clearance
Fortinet
Terraform
Open Network Automation Platform
Cisco networks
Job description
- Act as the Technical Design Authority (TDA) for a national-scale digital infrastructure
- Lead the architectural direction and serve as the final escalation point for complex network routing, switching, and security issues
- Drive the migration from legacy infrastructure to a modern, automated SD-WAN and Multi-Cloud ecosystem (AWS/Azure)
- Manage technical relationships with Tier 1 Implementation Partners and internal delivery teams to ensure alignment with departmental standards
- Champion Network as Code initiatives, overseeing the deployment of CI/CD pipelines for network configuration and monitoring
- Provide authoritative advice to Senior Civil Service (SCS) leaders on risk, budget, and technological investment
Technologies:
- AWS
- Ansible
- Azure
- CI/CD
- Cloud
- Cisco
- LESS
- Network
- Python
- Security
- Terraform, We are a high-profile Government Digital function seeking a Principal Network Engineer to join our team. In this influential role, you will provide strategic leadership for one of the most complex network estates in the UK. Our organization values innovation and collaboration, offering an environment where technical expertise drives meaningful progress. We prioritize a secure-by-design, resilient, and automated network environment, ensuring our infrastructure meets modern standards. Join us in navigating the exciting challenges of national-scale digital transformation.
Requirements
- Active SC clearance is required
- Demonstrable experience leading large-scale network departments at a senior level
- Expert-level knowledge of Juniper (Mist/SSR) and/or Cisco enterprise solutions
- Proven experience designing and implementing tunnel-less or session-smart routing architectures for SD-WAN
- High proficiency in AWS Cloud WAN, Azure ExpressRoute, and secure transit gateway connectivity
- Deep understanding of Palo Alto or Fortinet firewalls within a Zero Trust framework
- Hands-on experience with Terraform, Ansible, and Python for network automation
- Strong familiarity with NCSC security principles and GDS service standards
- Exceptional ability to translate complex technical jargon into strategic business value for non-technical leaders
