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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Network Consultant - **Company:** 4C Resourcing - **Location:** Market Harborough, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Wireless LAN, Complex Networks, Cyber Security, Data Centers, High-Level Architecture, Internetworking, Network Security, Microsoft Software, Network Architecture, PRINCE2, Zero Trust Network Access, Wide Area Networks, Computer Network Technologies, ARUBA, Juniper, Fortinet, Cisco - **Published:** August 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/senior-network-consultant/4c-resourcing-job107840425 ## About the Role * Strong experience in network consultancy, network architecture, technical assurance or senior infrastructure consulting * Proven ability to lead client-side consultancy assignments from discovery and strategy through to procurement, assurance and implementation support * Good understanding of network technologies, including wired and wireless LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, internet connectivity, cloud connectivity, Zero Trust networking, network security, cyber security and Data Centre networking * Experience advising on secure network design, segmentation, access control, identity-aware connectivity and cyber resilience would be beneficial * Experience producing high-quality reports, strategies, roadmaps, options appraisals, business cases, specifications, evaluation materials and governance documentation * Ability to communicate confidently with boards, senior leaders, technical teams, suppliers and procurement stakeholders * Commercial awareness and the ability to support bids, proposals and opportunity development * Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with clients, suppliers and colleagues * Relevant network, cloud, project or service management qualifications would be beneficial, such as Cisco, Aruba, Juniper, Fortinet, Microsoft, ITIL, PRINCE2 or equivalent experience * A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential due to client site travel ## Description This is a senior, client-facing role combining network consultancy, technical leadership, project assurance, procurement support and commercial awareness. The Senior Network Consultant will: * Lead client-side network advisory and technical assurance activity across complex infrastructure and connectivity projects * Develop clear network strategies, roadmaps, high-level designs, specifications and implementation plans * Support clients with network audits, stakeholder engagement, requirements analysis, options appraisal and business case development * Act as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders, translating complex technical options into clear, practical recommendations * Support procurement activity, supplier engagement, tender evaluation, moderation and contract mobilisation * Support business development, bids, frameworks and client presentations where network consultancy expertise is required Key Responsibilities Network Strategy, Architecture & Assurance * Define current-state and target-state network architectures across wired, wireless, WAN, SD-WAN, internet, cloud connectivity and Data Centre environments * Develop network strategies and roadmaps that reflect client maturity, risk appetite, budget, cyber security requirements and operational constraints * Create network principles, standards, high-level designs and technical artefacts to support transformation and procurement decisions * Assess options across LAN, WLAN, WAN, SD-WAN, connectivity and managed service models * Ensure recommendations address Zero Trust principles, cyber security, resilience, performance, scalability, service management, cost control and business continuity * Advise clients on Zero Trust network approaches, secure access models, segmentation, identity-aware connectivity and cyber risk reduction * Review supplier designs, budgets, licensing models and implementation proposals to provide independent technical assurance * Maintain awareness of market developments, public sector requirements and emerging network technologies Client Advisory & Delivery * Lead discovery, infrastructure documentation, security reviews, audits, stakeholder engagement, requirements analysis and technical assurance activities * Produce clear strategies, business cases, options appraisals, technical specifications, evaluation models and implementation roadmaps * Provide independent advice to senior leaders, technical teams, procurement teams and programme boards * Support procurement activity including route-to-market advice, tender documentation, supplier engagement, evaluation, moderation and recommendation reports * Provide technical and cyber security governance during implementation to help clients manage risk, resolve issues and realise intended benefits * Work closely with client IT, estates, facilities, procurement and supplier teams to ensure network solutions are practical, deliverable and aligned to business need Sales, Growth & Marketing * Identify and shape new opportunities where network consultancy, cyber security, infrastructure advisory or technical assurance services can add value * Contribute to proposals, framework submissions, statements of work and client presentations * Represent 4C in client meetings, market engagement sessions, supplier briefings and industry discussions * Support marketing activity by helping shape network, connectivity, Zero Trust, cyber security, unified communications and infrastructure propositions * Help grow 4C's reputation as a trusted, independent advisor for complex network and infrastructure programmes Reputation, People & Capability * Build repeatable network consultancy, assurance and delivery approaches that improve quality and consistency across assignments * Mentor consultants and support knowledge sharing across networking, connectivity, Zero Trust, cyber security, service management and digital infrastructure topics * Contribute to internal capability development, templates, methods and quality assurance processes * Promote pragmatic, client-focused recommendations that balance innovation, value, risk and deliverability * Support knowledge transfer to clients throughout assignments so they are better equipped to manage services after delivery ## Related Videos - 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