Lead Technical Architect – Networks

NEC Software Solutions

Lead Technical Architect focusing on secure network and security solutions for emergency services. Guide a team of engineers while collaborating with stakeholders and managing projects.

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeRemote • Hemel Hempstead • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

FirewallsSwitching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and deliver secure network and security solutions
Lead engineers and provide technical direction and mentorship
Collaborate with stakeholders to plan and deliver projects
Manage incidents, SLAs, monitoring, and infrastructure maintenance
Support Cisco, Palo Alto, and enterprise network platforms
Configure and implement network security patches and upgrades across devices
Lead and guide a team of network engineers ensuring high standard delivery
Work closely with Project Managers and stakeholders to scope and deliver solutions
Maintain professional engagement with customers ensuring clear communication

Requirements

What you’ll need

Able to obtain or hold SC and or NPPV security clearance
Full, current driving licence
Proven hands on experience designing and delivering enterprise network solutions
Advanced networking certifications such as CCNP Enterprise, CCNP Security, or equivalent
Strong understanding of routing and switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, VRF, VLANs)
Experience with next generation firewalls such as Palo Alto and Cisco Firepower
Strong understanding of network security principles, segmentation, and VPN technologies
Experience producing technical designs and Visio network architecture diagrams
Hands on experience with packet capture and analysis tools (e.g. Wireshark)
Experience with network monitoring and logging platforms (e.g. Checkmk, Graylog)
Proven experience working within ITIL service management environments
Strong communication, teamwork, and self motivation.

Benefits

Comp & perks

25 days paid holiday with the option to buy/sell (FTE)
4 x basic salary life assurance cover (with the option to increase cover at an additional cost)
A Group Pension Plan
A selection of flexible benefits to suit your individual needs

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Hard Skills & Tools

network security solutionsenterprise network solutionsrouting protocolsswitching protocolsBGPOSPFVRFVLANsnetwork security principlesVPN technologies

Soft Skills

leadershipmentorshipcollaborationcommunicationteamworkself motivation

Certifications

CCNP EnterpriseCCNP SecuritySC security clearanceNPPV security clearance