Job Description

Overview

Reporting to the ICT Active Networks Lead, this individual will be working on projects involving ICT network infrastructure and associated services. This will involve the full design lifecycle, from supporting bids and business development activities through to network design, implementation support, testing, commissioning and representing the client's interests throughout project delivery.

As a Senior ICT Network Engineer, the successful candidate will play a key role in delivering projects, supporting capability growth and contributing to the development of colleagues through mentoring, coaching and technical leadership.

The role may occasionally require travel to other UK mainland locations, including overnight stays, and there are opportunities for overseas work.

Applicants may be required to undergo security vetting, and any offer of employment will be subject to the appropriate level of clearance being granted.

Your role

• Leading the development of active network designs, architectures, technical specifications and design documentation.
• Designing enterprise LAN, WAN, WLAN and network security solutions.
• Developing secure, resilient and scalable network infrastructures aligned to client requirements.
• Leading technical work packages and supporting project delivery activities.
• Producing and reviewing technical documentation, reports, strategies and specifications.
• Supporting implementation planning, migration activities, testing and commissioning.
• Providing technical leadership, mentoring and support to engineers and technicians.
• Supporting business development activities including proposals, PQQs and ITTs.

About you

Technical Competencies

• Experience leading technical work packages and design activities.
• Experience of ICT network design and delivery.
• Knowledge of enterprise LAN, WAN and WLAN technologies.
• Knowledge of routing, switching and network security principles.
• Understanding of network monitoring and management systems.
• Ability to prepare technical documentation, reports and presentations.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable Attributes

• Cisco, Juniper, Aruba or equivalent certifications.
• Defence, Government or Nuclear sector experience.
• Knowledge of MoD ICT standards and guidance.
• Experience of RIBA stages of design.
• Prince2, APM or equivalent qualification.

Behavioural Competencies

• Achievement – Delivers high-quality outputs and meets commitments.
• Communication – Builds effective relationships through clear verbal and written communication.
• Customer Focus – Provides excellent service to clients and stakeholders.
• Initiative – Applies sound judgement and develops practical solutions.
• Teamwork – Collaborates effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Flexibility – Adapts to changing priorities and project requirements.
• QHSE – Demonstrates commitment to Quality, Health, Safety and Environment.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.

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At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.