Network Engineer - SC Cleared

MOD SC Cleared Network Engineer - Barrow-in-Furness

£480 - £515 per day | 12-Month Contract | Full-Time Onsite

We are looking for an experienced MOD SC Cleared Network Engineer to join a high-profile defence programme based onsite in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria (LA14 4BN).

This is a long-term contract opportunity working within a secure environment, collaborating with project managers, SMEs, architects, and operational support teams to deliver critical infrastructure and network projects.

Essential Requirements

• Active MOD SC Clearance
• Sole UK National
• Must not have spent more than 28 consecutive days outside the UK within the last 5 years
• Available to work 5 days onsite in Barrow-in-Furness
• Must work Umbrella company

Contract Details

• Rate: £480 - £515 per day
• Duration: 12-month contract
• Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
• Working Pattern: Full-time onsite

The Role

You will support the delivery and integration of complex enterprise network infrastructure solutions within a secure defence environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Installation and configuration of network hardware and infrastructure
• Infrastructure surveys (wired and wireless)
• Office moves, adds, and changes
• Technical refresh of network hardware and cabling
• Configuration of:
  • Switches
  • Routers
  • Firewalls
  • Load balancers
  • Voice systems
• Network impact assessments
• Testing and analysis against predefined plans
• Collaboration with project delivery and support teams to ensure smooth transition into live services

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum 5 years' experience in Network Engineering roles
• Strong experience with:
  • Switching & routing
  • Firewall technologies
  • Load balancing
  • Enterprise voice networks
• Cisco CCNA certified (or vendor equivalent)
• Strong understanding of:
  • Network security
  • VPN technologies
  • Converged networks
  • LAN/WAN infrastructure
  • Broadband technologies
• Experience with enterprise-level installation, configuration, and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of:
  • Racking
  • Structured cabling
  • Containment systems and standards
• SME-level expertise in one or more technical areas is advantageous

Ideal Candidate

You will be adaptable, delivery-focused, and comfortable operating in fast-paced, secure environments with changing priorities and high standards of delivery.

If you hold active MOD SC Clearance and are looking for your next long-term onsite contract within defence infrastructure, apply now.