Mission freelance Solution Design Authority/Architect (LAN / WAN)

Our telecommunications client is looking for an established Solution Design Authority.

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.

Key accountabilities and decision ownership:

* Technical accountability and leadership of the virtual team responsible for the detailed design, development, delivery, and test of complex customer solutions working alongside the Project Manager providing assurance and governance for technical components of the solution.
* Low level discovery of existing solution components and owner of the transition from existing to proposed solution
* Sign off and acceptance of pre-sales High Level Design and statement of requirements on behalf of the Solution Integration team
* Owner of the Solution Integration statement of work which translates the high-level design and requirements into detailed technical deliverables, identifying the risks, assumptions, issues, and dependencies for submission into the Programme risk register
* Technical risk/issue ownership and management/resolution during solution delivery.
* Operate the Solution Integration governance processes and to hold internal and external technical teams to account.

Core competencies, knowledge, and experience:

* Highly effective technical planning across customer, internal and 3rd Party technical teams
* Builds influential and effective relationships with technical, service and delivery teams
* Effective management of internal and external teams
* Significant experience of fixed product market, in depth understanding of complex customer WAN and LAN solutions with awareness of other enterprise solutions
* Proven track record for delivery of large scale, complex projects delivering IT/Telco customer solutions; demonstrable leadership skills and organisational experience
* High standard of written & verbal communication skills
* CCNA or CCNP Enterprise
* In depth knowledge of IP Networking
* Knowledge of WAN network elements and products, including 3G / 4G and satellite
* Knowledge of Firewall solutions & platforms
* Microsoft products - Excel is essential



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.