Network Consultant - 6 Month Contract - Remote - Outside IR35

Network Consultant - 6 Month Contract - Remote - Outside IR35

• Title: Network Consultant
• Duration: 6 months (Scope for extension)
• Location: Remote
• Commencement Date - ASAP
• Daily Rate: £350 - £450
• Determination: Outside IR35

Position Overview:

Join a leading systems integrator in the UK and immerse yourself in a dynamic environment where innovation and excellence thrive. My client is seeking a seasoned Network Consultant to join their team on an initial 6-month basis. As a pivotal member of their network operations, you will blend your expertise in project design and operational support to drive excellence in service delivery and network architecture.

Responsibilities:

• Design, document, implement, and support IT Network & Security architecture and solutions in line with Information Security Policies and internal IT Directives Provide day-to-day service delivery and operational support for network infrastructure.
• Offer technical support to Service Desks and 3rd party suppliers for incidents, problems, and changes within the in-scope environment.
• Manage operational support with 3rd party suppliers and consultants, fostering strong vendor relationships.
• Ensure timely follow-up on IT Network & Services remediation plans.
• Act as a subject matter expert in IT Network and/or Security, supporting projects and related activities.
• Analyse technology industry and market trends to determine potential impacts on the enterprise.

Requirements:

• Proven track record of on-time project delivery and development of new IT solutions.
• Expertise in documentation and designing.
• In-depth knowledge of Network and Security technologies and architecture design.
• Proficiency in SD-WAN, Cisco WAN, LAN & WLAN, and Network Security (Checkpoint Firewall, F5, Zscaler cloud).
• Familiarity with Cloud and Hybrid Cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, Azure).
• Certifications: CCNP/CCIE (or equivalent vendor certifications).

Network Consultant - 6 Month Contract - Remote - Outside IR35