Job Title: SC Cleared Senior Network Engineer Location: Portsmouth Duration: 3 months with possible extension Rate: Up to 600 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through the SC Clearance process Our client, a reputable organisation supporting maritime projects is hiring for a Senior Network Engineer to join their team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on critical projects, delivering secure and efficient network solutions in an ITIL-based environment. What you''ll be doing: Lead the design and implementation of networking solutions, ensuring best practices. Support multiple projects across different network layers, investigating and resolving technical issues. Collaborate with project managers and technical leads to deliver high-quality outputs. Develop and improve processes, contribute to system implementations, and share knowledge within the team. Provide technical assurance, support bid activities, and contribute to strategic planning for future capabilities. Support the development of Network Engineers and assist in resourcing decisions. What you''ll bring: Proven experience in designing and delivering network solutions using Cisco, Juniper, and VMware NSX. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to lead and collaborate across teams. Hands-on experience supporting maritime or defence-related projects. Technical certifications such as CCNA or equivalent, with knowledge of VMware NSX and Jun