Network Engineer - Azure | SC/NPPV3 Cleared

We are seeking an experienced SC/NPPV3-cleared Network Engineer to support a secure government-related technology project.

This is an initial 3-month contract, with an anticipated start in November/December 2026. The role will be predominantly remote, with occasional travel to London/Croydon.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement and support secure network infrastructure within Azure environments.
• Configure and manage Azure networking services, including VNets, Virtual WAN, NSGs and Azure Firewall.
• Support secure network connectivity, routing, VPNs and hybrid cloud infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot complex network, connectivity and security issues.
• Monitor network performance, availability and security.
• Produce technical designs, network diagrams and supporting documentation.
• Work closely with infrastructure, cloud and security teams to deliver network solutions.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Strong experience in Senior Network Engineering
• Hands-on Azure networking experience.
• Strong knowledge of VNets, Azure Virtual WAN, NSGs and Azure Firewall.
• Good understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing and switching.
• Experience with VPNs, network connectivity and hybrid environments.
• Network security, monitoring and troubleshooting.
• Experience supporting secure government, police, defence or public-sector environments.

Desirable:

• Terraform or Infrastructure as Code.
• Cisco networking technologies.
• SD-WAN and network automation.
• Previous experience supporting Home Office, Police or law enforcement projects.

Clearance: Active SC and/or NPPV3 vetting required