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WAN Architect ​/ SME

Job in Corsham, Wiltshire, SN13, England, UK
Listing for: CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-21
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Systems Engineer, Cybersecurity
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 650 GBP Daily GBP 650.00 DAY
Job Description & How to Apply Below
WAN Architect

+ 12 month contract

+ Hybrid working from Corsham

+ £600 to £650 per day - Inside IR35

+ DV Cleared role

Location:

Hybrid / Corsham / MOD Sites (UK and Overseas as Required)
Security Clearance:
Active DV Clearance Required

We are seeking an experienced WAN Architect to provide technical leadership, architecture assurance and design governance across a complex Fixed Networks portfolio.

You will assure WAN designs and supplier deliverables, support service transition and new service introduction, manage technology lifecycle and obsolescence, and contribute to future network transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Provide WAN architecture expertise and technical assurance across enterprise network services.
Review and assure HLDs, LLDs, RFCs, impact assessments, security and accreditation documentation.
Ensure solutions align with Defence Digital standards, security requirements and strategic roadmaps.
Support service transition, onboarding, testing and go-live activities.
Work closely with MSPs, suppliers and stakeholders to manage technical risks and resolve design issues.
Support lifecycle, obsolescence and replacement planning.
Assess emerging technologies including SDN, SD-WAN, network automation, cloud connectivity and secure remote access.
Contribute to Technical Design Authorities, governance forums and network transformation programmes.

Essential Skills

Extensive experience designing and assuring enterprise WAN solutions.
Strong knowledge of MPLS, IP networking, routing, SD-WAN, network security and remote access technologies.
Experience reviewing complex network architecture and design documentation.
Knowledge of network monitoring, management and telecommunications infrastructure.
Experience working in secure, regulated or Defence/Government environments.
Strong supplier assurance, stakeholder management and communication skills.
Familiarity with architectural governance, security assurance and Technical Design Authorities.

Desirable

TOGAF, CCNP/CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, ITIL and/or CISSP qualifications are advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior WAN Architect to support critical network services and transformation activity within a highly secure Defence environment
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