Network Architect

Network Architect, Home-based with client travel We are seeking an experienced and customer-focused Network Architect to join Roc’s Professional Services division. This role will be responsible for delivering high- and low-level network designs, driving architectural best practice, and providing technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will have extensive experience designing and deploying Juniper-based networking solutions across campus environments, including integration with NAC and DDI platforms, perimeter security technologies, automation services, and monitoring/management toolsets. Working closely with Professional Services, Operations, and Pre-Sales teams, the Network Architect will play a key role in ensuring successful project delivery, smooth operational handover, and technical excellence across networking engagements.

Responsibilities

Lead the architecture, design, and delivery of enterprise network solutions Produce high and low-level designs aligned with customer requirements Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders from engineers to C-level Support pre-sales and bid activity including tenders and solution design Collaborate with Programme Managers, Project Managers, Service Managers, Operational teams, and external stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes. Lead technical workshops and customer discussions, presenting designs, test plans, and implementation strategies. Proactively identify and communicate risks, issues, and dependencies that could impact project delivery. Essential Skill and Experience Proven experience designing and implementing Juniper networking transformations, including wireless and LAN solutions. Experience leading technical delivery across multi-vendor campus networking environments Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions Strong stakeholder communication skills Full project lifecycle experience Technical Expertise Enterprise Campus LAN and routing Large-scale wireless networking Authentication and NAC solutions Multi-vendor environments (Juniper/HPE desirable) DNS, DHCP and core networking protocols Desirable Skills Juniper/MIST certifications or equivalent Firewall/security experience (Fortinet, Checkpoint) DDI solutions (e.g. Infoblox) Pre-sales or consultancy experience Apply To This Job