Network Architect (SC Cleared) - 6-Month Contract - Inside IR35 - (Wokingham) We are looking for an experienced Technical Solution Architect (Networks) with active SC Clearance to support the design and delivery of secure, scalable, and high-performance network solutions across complex enterprise environments. In this role, you will work closely with stakeholders, delivery teams, and third-party vendors to design robust network architectures, support transformation initiatives, and provide technical leadership across large-scale network and infrastructure programmes. Key Responsibilities Design and deliver enterprise network and security architectures across LAN, WAN, and MPLS environments Produce High-Level and Low-Level Designs (HLD/LLD) aligned to business and technical requirements Support network transformation, refresh, and upgrade projects within live customer environments Troubleshoot complex Cisco network environments and provide technical recommendations Support architecture governance, technical workshops, and stakeholder engagement activities Work closely with third-party vendors and offshore delivery teams to ensure solution compliance and delivery quality Support network security, monitoring, logging, and resilience across enterprise platforms Key Skills Required Strong experience as a Network Architect or Technical Solution Architect Active SC Clearance is essential Deep hands-on experience with Cisco Routing andamp; Switching, MPLS, BGP, OSPF, QoS, and Traf