High Level Clearance Cisco SME / Senior Network Engineer x 2

High Level Clearance Cisco SME / Senior Network Engineer x 2

Location: Bracknell or Birmingham

Duration: 6 months (long term extensions expected)

IR35: Inside

Rate: £500-550/day (negotiable)

Overview

We're looking for a Cisco Subject Matter Expert to support the design, deployment, and management of complex network infrastructure. You'll bring deep technical knowledge of Cisco technologies, acting as a go-to expert across multiple projects and teams.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead the design and implementation of Cisco-based network solutions (LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi)
2. Troubleshoot and resolve high-level network issues
3. Provide expert input on infrastructure projects and proposals
4. Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and cloud teams to ensure robust and secure network designs
5. Maintain detailed technical documentation
6. Offer mentoring and knowledge transfer to internal teams

Key Skills & Experience

1. Strong hands-on experience with Cisco routing, switching, and firewalls
2. Deep understanding of protocols such as BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and MPLS
3. Experience with Cisco ISE, ASA, Meraki, and Nexus platforms
4. Solid understanding of network security best practices
5. Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools
6. Cisco certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCIE) preferred
7. Experience working in enterprise or government environments is a plus

APPLY NOW to avoid disappointment!

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. Successful applicants will be required to obtain security clearance prior to appointment, which can take up to 18 weeks.

LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK. We serve as an IT Consultancy or Employment Business & Agency depending on the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies.

LA International welcomes applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.

Recognition

LA International has received multiple awards, including the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company, and the Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade (received twice).