Lead Network Consultant

We’re looking for an experienced Lead Network Consultant to design, deliver, and oversee complex network solutions for our clients. You’ll act as a technical authority, guiding architecture decisions, leading engagements end-to-end, and mentoring consultants while working closely with stakeholders to deliver secure, resilient, and scalable network environments.

This is a senior, client-facing role suited to someone who enjoys solving complex problems, shaping strategy, and setting technical direction.

• Lead the design and implementation of enterprise network solutions including wireless technologies
• Act as technical lead on client engagements, from discovery through delivery and handover
• Provide expert-level consultancy on network architecture, security, and performance
• Review and approve low-level and high-level designs
• Troubleshoot complex network issues and lead root-cause analysis
• Mentor and support junior and mid-level consultants
• Work closely with sales and pre-sales teams on solution design and proposals
• Ensure solutions align with best practices, security standards, and business requirements

• Proven experience in a senior or lead network engineering/consulting role
• Strong knowledge of routing, switching, firewalls, and network security
• Experience with technologies such as:
  Cisco, Juniper, Aruba, Fortinet, Palo Alto (or similar), SD-WAN solutions, Cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience producing and reviewing technical documentation and designs
• Ability to lead technically while remaining hands‑on
• Previously verifiable experience of wireless surveying tools such as Ekahau.
• Demonstrable in‑depth knowledge of wireless network surveys and analysis.

• CCNP / CCIE / JNCIP / equivalent certifications
• Cloud networking or security certifications
• Experience working in a consultancy or MSP environment

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities to work on high-impact, complex projects

Clear career progression and professional development support

Flexible working options

Collaborative, expert‑led technical culture

If you’re a senior network professional looking to step into a leadership‑focused consultancy role, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and grow your career with Converge UK.