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Our telecommunications client is looking for a Network Architect. This is a 3 months contract initially and the role is outside IR35. The role is remote with potential ad hoc travel to client office. Please note that due to nature of the role SC clearance is required. Deliverables: - Engage with customer to define the network integration - Lead virtual workshops with customer - Assist customer in completing order form - Documents creation (Site Specific Design) Required skills: - Excellent WAN knowledge (IP addressing , routing protocols etc) and SD-WAN (ideally Fortinet) - Leading design and workshops with customers (good communication and oral skills) & self-starter - Excellent documentation skills Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

Our telecommunications client is looking for a Network Architect. This is a 3 months contract initially and the role is outside IR35. The role is remote with potential ad hoc travel to client office. Please note that due to nature of the role SC clearance is required. Deliverables: - Engage with customer to define the network integration - Lead virtual workshops with customer - Assist customer in completing order form - Documents creation (Site Specific Design) Required skills: - Excellent WAN knowledge (IP addressing , routing protocols etc) and SD-WAN (ideally Fortinet) - Leading design and workshops with customers (good communication and oral skills) & self-starter - Excellent documentation skills Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

Senior Network Engineer 2 Year FTC Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Hybrid - 3 days in, 2 from home Up to £68,500 + great pension + 27 days holiday + bank holidays + life assurance + health cash plan + company sick pay + EAP + standby and call-out payments + excellent training and development opportunities. Are you an experienced Network Engineer looking for a varied role where you can take ownership of a multi-site infrastructure, influence technical design, and play a key part in delivering secure, high-performing network solutions? This is a hands-on position combining operational support with project delivery and solution design. You will be responsible for maintaining a complex multi-site network, ensuring performance, availability, and security across LAN, WAN, and wireless environments, while also contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. You will work closely with internal teams and third-party vendors, providing technical guidance and challenging solutions where needed to ensure they meet business and security requirements. Alongside this, you will support network-related projects and implement upgrades in line with change control processes. The role would suit someone with strong enterprise networking experience, confident in troubleshooting, documentation, and design input. In return, you will benefit from a supportive environment that invests in professional development and offers a comprehensive benefits package. The Role: *Support and maintain a multi-site network infrastructure across LAN, WAN and wireless *Diagnose and resolve incidents, carrying out root cause analysis *Implement network changes, upgrades, and improvements *Contribute to network design and review vendor proposals *Monitor network performance, capacity, and resilience The Person: *Strong experience in multi-site enterprise networking environments *Solid knowledge of routing, switching, VPNs, and network security *Hands-on experience with Cisco and Aruba technologies, including ClearPass *Experience working with firewalls such as Palo Alto or Fortinet *Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills Reference Number: BBBH276136 Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Network Developer Must have an active DV Clearance Network Developer Responsibilities Design and develop network solutions to meet evolving customer requirements. Deliver technical changes across global WAN and LAN environments. Configure, support, and troubleshoot network devices across complex infrastructures. Produce and maintain technical documentation including LLDs, Build Guides, and Work Instructions. Liaise with third-party vendors to investigate and resolve technical issues. Support IT Health Check activities and remediate identified vulnerabilities. Provide 3rd and 4th line support for live operational services. Contribute to service improvement, incident resolution, and technical assurance activities. Network Developer Skills and Experience Strong experience designing and implementing secure network solutions. Good knowledge of WAN routing and LAN switching technologies. Experience with MPLS, BGP, IPSec, GRE, and encryption technologies. Strong network troubleshooting and defect resolution capability. Experience configuring enterprise networking equipment. Ability to produce high-quality technical documentation. Experience working with third-party technology suppliers. Understanding of security best practice and vulnerability remediation. Experience supporting operational services within highly secure environments. To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button. Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted CVs will be contacted. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 18 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

Wireless Network Engineer (Solutions Engineer) £50,000 - £60,000 + Excellent Benefits Package (Up to 43 Paid Days Off, Gym, Training, Enhanced Family Leave, Paid Charity Days, Subsidised On-Site Facilities, Free Parking and More) Farnborough, Hampshire (Office-based, hybrid after 6 months) Are you a CCNA certified Wireless Network Engineer looking to join a scaling, award-winning business where you can take technical ownership, work on genuinely interesting project-based deployments, and play a key role as the senior escalation point within a growing NOC team? This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected connectivity and wireless solutions provider operating in complex and challenging environments. Due to continued growth, they are expanding their Network Operations Centre and are looking for an experienced engineer to act as the technical lead for network and wireless solutions. In this role, you will sit within the NOC as the final escalation point for complex incidents, while also delivering professional services across customer sites. You will design, deploy, optimise and support wireless and network solutions, carry out Wi?Fi surveys, and contribute to high-quality project delivery across a diverse customer base. You will thrive in this role if you enjoy working in an MSP environment, take pride in service quality and customer experience, and enjoy mentoring junior engineers. In return, you will benefit from a long-term approach to development, a welcoming team culture, and one of the most generous benefits packages in the market. The Role: *Acting as the senior technical escalation point within the NOC *Designing, deploying and optimising wireless and network solutions *Delivering professional services including installs, upgrades and migrations *Conducting Wi?Fi surveys and producing technical documentation *Mentoring and supporting junior engineers within the team The Person: *CCNA certified (in-date not required) *Strong experience with Wi?Fi and wireless networking *MSP or Service Desk background preferred *Ekahau experience beneficial but not essential *Able to commute to Farnborough five days a week for the first six months *Full UK right to work and minimum five years UK residency Reference Number: BBBH273692C Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Network Security Engineer Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire (Hybrid, 3 days onsite / 2 remote) Hybrid - 3 in, 2 from home Up to £65,000 per annum + funded training and certifications + good pension + 27 days holiday + bank holidays + life assurance + company sick pay + health cash plan + employee assistance programme + enhanced family-friendly benefits. Are you an experienced Network Security Engineer looking to take ownership of enterprise firewall platforms while shaping the long-term security architecture within a complex, multi-site environment? This is a hands-on, technically focused role within a well-established IT Infrastructure team, where you will lead on the design, implementation, and optimisation of firewall technologies. You will play a key role in securing both IT and operational technology environments, ensuring high availability and robust network protection. You will be responsible for day-to-day firewall operations, troubleshooting complex issues, and leading changes across production environments. Alongside this, you will collaborate closely with infrastructure, OT, and application teams to deliver secure, resilient connectivity and support ongoing projects including upgrades, migrations, and new site deployments. The ideal candidate will bring strong enterprise firewall experience, ideally with Palo Alto, alongside a solid networking background across Cisco and Aruba environments. You will be confident working under operational pressure, managing third-party vendors, and contributing to continuous improvement of firewall policies, standards, and overall network security posture. The Role: Operate and maintain enterprise firewall platforms across IT and OT networks Design and implement firewall rules, NAT, segmentation, and secure connectivity Lead troubleshooting and act as escalation for complex network security issues Deliver firewall and network projects including upgrades and deployments Collaborate with internal teams and oversee third-party network changes The Person: Strong experience with enterprise firewalls, ideally Palo Alto Solid networking background across routing, switching, Cisco and Aruba Experience with NAC solutions such as Aruba ClearPass or Cisco ISE Proven ability to manage firewall policies, VPNs, and segmentation Experience supporting complex, multi-site or high-availability environments Strong troubleshooting skills and operational discipline Reference Number: BBBH276145 Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Wireless Network Engineer (Solutions Engineer) £50,000 - £60,000 + Excellent Benefits Package (Up to 43 Paid Days Off, Gym, Training, Enhanced Family Leave, Paid Charity Days, Subsidised On-Site Facilities, Free Parking and More) Farnborough, Hampshire (Office-based, hybrid after 6 months) Are you a CCNA certified Wireless Network Engineer looking to join a scaling, award-winning business where you can take technical ownership, work on genuinely interesting project-based deployments, and play a key role as the senior escalation point within a growing NOC team? This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected connectivity and wireless solutions provider operating in complex and challenging environments. Due to continued growth, they are expanding their Network Operations Centre and are looking for an experienced engineer to act as the technical lead for network and wireless solutions. In this role, you will sit within the NOC as the final escalation point for complex incidents, while also delivering professional services across customer sites. You will design, deploy, optimise and support wireless and network solutions, carry out Wi?Fi surveys, and contribute to high-quality project delivery across a diverse customer base. You will thrive in this role if you enjoy working in an MSP environment, take pride in service quality and customer experience, and enjoy mentoring junior engineers. In return, you will benefit from a long-term approach to development, a welcoming team culture, and one of the most generous benefits packages in the market. The Role: *Acting as the senior technical escalation point within the NOC *Designing, deploying and optimising wireless and network solutions *Delivering professional services including installs, upgrades and migrations *Conducting Wi?Fi surveys and producing technical documentation *Mentoring and supporting junior engineers within the team The Person: *CCNA certified (in-date not required) *Strong experience with Wi?Fi and wireless networking *MSP or Service Desk background preferred *Ekahau experience beneficial but not essential *Able to commute to Farnborough five days a week for the first six months *Full UK right to work and minimum five years UK residency Reference Number: BBBH273692A Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Network Infrastructure Engineer Our Client a bank with offices in Central London are looking to recruit a Network Infrastructure Engineer with at least 5 to 10 years hands-on experience. The Client is ideally looking for a candidate with a Financial Services or Banking sector experience. Technical/Functional skills Proficient in common windows operating systems Windows 11, Windows Server 2019-2025 , Redhat & Ubunto Linux based Operating Systems Software proficiency VMWare vSphere & vCenter v8.0 and above Veeam Backup and Replication Veeam Orchestrator and VeeamOne,Symantec Endpoint Protection Symantec Endpoint Encryption ManageEngine Endpoint Central Microsoft Office 365 Bloomberg FXT/eikons Murex Treasury System SWIFT Alliance Access (SAA) Networking (IT), Cisco Switches and Routers Fortigate Firewalls, LAN/WAN Routing Hardware, Dell PowerEdge Servers, Dell PowerVault SAN Storage Data analysis - PC/Laptop support (formatting, imaging, etc). Experience of writing and updating IT policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines Needs experiencing in delivering projects in fast pace environment. This is 3 days in the office position at the Clients offices in Central London. This is a FTC position for 6 months with a salary of circa £45K - £55K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your availability and salary.

At CGI, our Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit delivers mission-critical systems that help keep the UK safe and secure. As a Software Defined Network Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing and delivering next-generation network solutions that enable secure, scalable, and high-performing environments. Working across complex hybrid infrastructures, you will help drive innovation through software-defined technologies, contributing to impactful programmes. You’ll take ownership of advanced networking solutions, apply creative approaches to complex challenges, and collaborate within a supportive environment that enables continuous growth and meaningful impact. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK ‘Best Employer’ by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This position will be based on site near Gloucester 5 days a week.

The Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit in CGI is a true IT Systems Integrator. We work, build, and operate bespoke, technically complex, mission-critical systems which help our clients keep us all safe and secure. We bring innovation to our clients using proven and emerging technologies, agile delivery processes and our deep expertise across the breadth of space, defence, intelligence, aerospace and maritime, all underpinned by our end-to-end cyber capability. We work collaboratively with global technology companies, cutting edge SMEs and academia to deliver the optimal solution for each client. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK ‘Best Employer’ by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This position will be based on site near Chippenham 5 days a week.

At CGI, you will help design and deliver secure, resilient network solutions that underpin mission-critical systems across the Space, Defence and Intelligence sector. As a Network Engineer, you will enable high-performance, secure connectivity across complex environments, ensuring reliability and compliance. Working with clients, partners and expert teams, you will take ownership of network challenges, apply innovative solutions, and develop your career within a collaborative and supportive environment. The Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit in CGI is a true IT Systems Integrator. We work, build, and operate bespoke, technically complex, mission-critical systems which help our clients keep us all safe and secure. We bring innovation to our clients using proven and emerging technologies, agile delivery processes and our deep expertise across the breadth of space, defence, intelligence, aerospace and maritime, all underpinned by our end-to-end cyber capability. We work collaboratively with global technology companies, cutting edge SMEs and academia to deliver the optimal solution for each client. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK ‘Best Employer’ by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This position will be based on site near Gloucester or in Central London 5 days a week.

Network Support Analyst Our Client in an international brand of hotels with their first new hotel in the City of London. The role will be to support a user base of around 50 people. You will be supporting technical issues relating to problems with work stations and laptops. Installing and upgrading new software as and when required along new hardware. You must be able to work on your own and report daily to senior management. You will have at least 3 to 5 years network support experience both 1 and 2 line support. Location is the City of London. Salary will be in the range £25K - £30K. Please do send your CV in Word format along with salary and availability details.

Network Engineer London - Hybrid £50,000 - £60,000 + Private Medical + Cash Plan + Progression + Life Insurance + Pension + More Are you an experienced Network Engineer looking for the next step in your career and can speak fluent Mandarin? Do you want to join a global business where you can be a part of some incredible projects with variety and excitement? On offer is the chance to join a global business with over 13 offices worldwide, including Asia, America and of course the UK. With a great work culture, you will be working on cutting edge technology, whilst being given the necessary tools to reach your full potential. In this role, you will collaborate with the network team to manage and maintain hundreds of POP networks with dozens of international service providers. This will involve daily operations, BGP optimisation, POP build out and redesign, and ISP coordination, among other things. The ideal candidate should have a degree or equivalent in a technical field and experience in administering large-scale service networks whilst being CCNP certified. You should possess hands-on experience with BGP networks, strong knowledge of Internet protocols and Ethernet troubleshooting tools, as well as experience in routing and switching. Strong knowledge with TCP/IP, HTTP, VPN etc will be required. You will need to be fluent in English and Mandarin. This is an excellent opportunity to join a world leading business where you will feel part of a team and be able to learn, grow and develop your career to new heights whilst showcasing your skills and experience. The Role: Collaborate with the network team Manage and maintain hundreds of POP networks Work with dozens of international service providers Perform daily operations Optimise BGP Participate in POP build out and redesign Coordinate with ISPs The Person: Degree or equivalent in a technical field CCNP Certified Experience in administering large-scale service networks Hands-on experience with BGP networks Strong knowledge of Internet protocols and Ethernet troubleshooting tools Experience in routing and switching Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, HTTP, VPN, etc. Fluency in Mandarin Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Key Responsibilities Support, maintain, and optimise a large-scale enterprise campus network environment Troubleshoot and resolve network incidents across wired and wireless infrastructure Work closely with internal IT and Cyber Security teams to ensure network security and compliance Manage and support core, distribution, and access layer networking Assist with network upgrades, improvements, and ongoing transformation initiatives Monitor network performance and ensure high availability across the estate Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

As a Senior Network Engineer at CGI, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding and advancing the networks that power our clients’ most critical missions. You will help shape resilient, secure, and scalable infrastructure while contributing to innovative integration and design projects that drive industry transformation. This role offers the chance to take meaningful ownership of complex challenges, collaborate with expert teams, and apply your creativity to deliver future-ready network solutions. Supported by CGI’s strong engineering community, you’ll make a lasting impact across high-value programmes while continuously growing your skills in a dynamic and trusted environment. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK ‘Best Employer’ by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance.

Network Engineer with Security and Cisco – City London Our Client urgently requires a Senior Network Engineer with heavy background in Network Security on Cisco and Microsoft. You must have experience of working in a banking environment. The security and support of the company’s network is paramount. Predominately a support role (BAU) with design of scalable solutions deliverable through projects. Encompassing numerous technologies that benefit high-availability solutions. This role requires a responsible individual who can design and deliver secure networking solutions. Fast thinker who can diagnose, assist others and remediate BAU support issues. Main Aspects of the role: -Work within Infrastructure team in supporting and delivering all aspect of BAU and support services -Design, build and implement firewall solutions from perimeter to DMZ roles -Support IPS deployment for European branches -Develop, maintain and deliver global standards to all networking devices -Remediate Penetration Test results -Ensure seamless migration of network estate to newly adopted security framework General Skills -Experience working within mission-critical environments -Experience in operational deployments -Datacentre cabling and racking of equipment Technical Skills you need to bring to the table: -In-depth knowledge of CISCO including firewalls, switches and routing protocols -In-depth knowledge of supporting a data-centre and branch inter-connectivity -Strong technical skills are essential -Experience of CISCO multi-layer switches and routers, including 6500s -CISCO certification, ideally CCNP -CISCO CSM -VLAN segregation -McAfee HIPS, Trend Micro -Centralised authentication service (AAA) -SafeNet Ethernet Encryptor -RADIUS / RSA -Security certification (advantageous) You will also need to an understanding of the following technologies: VLAN segregation. DMZ. VSS. Failover. OSPF. High availability. CISCO. Palo Alto. Juniper. McAfee IPS. SafeNet. Tripwire. You will ideally be coming with experience from a City based investment bank. Salary for this role is between £50K and £60K plus banking benefits. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with salary and availability.