Job Description

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