Solution Architect - Networking & Security
We are seeking a Solution Architect – Networking & Security to design, develop and oversee secure, resilient technology solutions across complex enterprise environments. In this role, you will translate business and technical requirements into scalable network and security architectures, working closely with infrastructure, cloud, applications and operations teams. You will provide architectural direction throughout the solution lifecycle, from initial discovery and design through implementation, transition and continuous improvement.
Your responsibilities will include developing high- and low-level designs for enterprise networking, cloud connectivity, data centre infrastructure, remote access, segmentation, firewalls, identity and access management, threat prevention and monitoring. You will assess existing environments, identify risks and opportunities, define technical standards and produce clear architecture documentation, diagrams and implementation roadmaps. You will also support technology selection, supplier evaluations, technical assurance, change governance and the resolution of complex operational issues. A key part of the role will be ensuring that solutions meet security, availability, performance, resilience, regulatory and business continuity requirements.
The successful candidate will have substantial experience in network and security architecture within large or complex organisations, with strong knowledge of routing and switching, TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, network segmentation, VPNs, firewalls, proxies, wireless technologies and cloud networking. Experience with major cloud platforms, zero-trust principles, secure access solutions, automation and infrastructure-as-code would be advantageous. You will be confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels and able to explain complex concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong analytical, documentation, communication and problem-solving skills are essential, along with relevant professional certifications such as CCNP, CISSP, SABSA, TOGAF or comparable qualifications.
Solution Architect - Networking & Security
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