CGI

Job Vacancy Network Engineers (DV Security Clearance)

London

CGI

Women in Tech partner

Job position

Permanent
As soon as possible
London, England, United Kingdom
Published on 25/01/2026

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CGI’s Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit delivers innovative, secure, and mission-critical technology solutions to some of the UK government’s most complex challenges. Our teams design, build, operate, and modernise large-scale infrastructure estates, working in close partnership with our clients to ensure resilience, performance, and security.



We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer to provide hands-on technical expertise across network design, automation, operations, and modernisation initiatives. You will play a key role in sustaining and evolving complex networking environments, including legacy infrastructure, while contributing to the delivery of next-generation hybrid and multi-cloud network architectures.



This role suits an experienced, self-motivated engineer with strong networking fundamentals, a passion for automation, and the ability to operate effectively in highly secure environments.



Due to the nature of the work, this role is open only to sole UK Nationals who hold or are eligible for DV / HLC clearance, and requires full onsite attendance.

Candidate profile

Network Design & Architecture



~Design and implement scalable, resilient LAN, WAN, and data centre network architectures.



~Design and deploy next-generation hybrid and multi-cloud WAN solutions using physical and virtual appliances.



~Implement application and network policies within Cisco SD-WAN environments.



Network Operations & Support



~Maintain and support legacy and end-of-life network infrastructure, ensuring high availability, reliability, and performance.



~Diagnose and resolve complex issues across LAN, WAN, VPN, and data centre environments.



~Participate in incident, problem, and capacity management processes.



Automation & Infrastructure as Code



~Develop and implement network automation solutions using scripting languages such as Python.



~Automate configuration, deployment, and operational tasks, including event-driven automation.



~Contribute to network automation initiatives alongside DevOps and development teams.



High Availability & Load Balancing



~Design, implement, and validate high-availability network solutions.



~Configure and manage load balancing technologies to ensure optimal traffic distribution.



~Perform testing and validation to ensure network resilience and failover effectiveness.



Monitoring, Change & Modernisation



~Monitor network traffic and performance, identifying and resolving bottlenecks.



~Implement network changes, upgrades, and patching through controlled change management processes.



~Support network modernisation and migration initiatives to contemporary platforms and cloud services.



Collaboration & Documentation



~ Work closely with infrastructure, service management, security, and application teams.



~Produce and maintain clear network documentation, including designs, configurations, and procedures.



~Provide guidance and mentoring to junior engineers where required.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

Strong experience in network engineering and architecture, including LAN, WAN, and data centre environments.



Hands-on experience with Cisco networking technologies, including Cisco SD-WAN.



Solid understanding of IP networking, routing and switching protocols.



~Experience with multicast network flows, load balancing, and high-availability solutions.



~Proven experience supporting business-critical network infrastructure in secure environments.



~Strong troubleshooting and operational support skills.



~Experience working within structured delivery frameworks (e.g. backlog-driven delivery, PI planning, change control).



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Working environment

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.



Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…



You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.



Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.



You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.



Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
London, England, United Kingdom
> 1000 employees
IT services
We are a global business with 91,500 professionals across hundreds of locations worldwide, providing end-to-end IT and business process services that drive our clients’ businesses. In the UK alone, we have around 6,000 member-partners working across 19 towns and cities, doing everything from writing complex code to designing sophisticated software solutions. The work we do powers some of the most ambitious projects that touch the lives of many. Our approach sets us apart, characterised by our proximity model, international presence, expertise, and operational excellence. We organise our operations within metro markets where our clients have concentrated footprints, empowering our local teams to build trusted, in-person relationships. As you build your career here, you’ll develop your skills, share your insights, and work side-by-side with colleagues and clients on innovative solutions that address the most complex issues. Our commitment to ownership, flexibility, and being approachable makes us easy to do business with. Join us, and together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action to meet the needs and balance the interests of our clients, shareholders, communities, and each other. Benefits: - Insurance coverage - Medical benefits - Pension plan - Member Assistant Programme - Check4Cancer - Flexible time off - Share Purchase Plan - Member discounts - Dental benefits - Vision benefits - Profit Participation Plan - Health and Wellbeing Programme

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