Senior Network Consultant
hace 2 días
Market Harborough
The Opportunity4C Strategies is one of the leading independent IT infrastructure and digital transformation consultancies in the UK public sector. As part of our continued growth, we are looking to expand our team with the recruitment of a Senior Network Consultant who can lead and support a wide range of client-side networking, connectivity, unified communications and infrastructure projects.This role offers the opportunity to work across complex enterprise and public sector environments, helping clients shape, procure , govern and deliver modern, secure and resilient network services. Projects may include wired and wireless LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, D ata C entre connectivity, cloud connectivity, Zero Trust networking, cyber security, network security, service transition and managed network services.The RoleThis is a senior, client-facing role combining network consultancy , technical leadership, project assurance , procurement support and commercial awareness . The Senior Network Consultant will:Lead client-side network advisory and technical assurance activity across complex infrastructure and connectivity projectsDevelop clear network strategies, roadmaps, high-level designs, specifications and implementation plansSupport clients with network audits, stakeholder engagement, requirements analysis, options appraisal and business case developmentAct as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders, translating complex technical options into clear, practical recommendationsSupport procurement activity, supplier engagement, tender evaluation, moderation and contract mobilisationSupport business development, bids, frameworks and client presentations where network consultancy expertise is requiredKey ResponsibilitiesNetwork Strategy, Architecture & AssuranceDefine current-state and target-state network architectures across wired, wireless, WAN, SD-WAN, internet, cloud connectivity and D ata C entre environmentsDevelop network strategies and roadmaps that reflect client maturity, risk appetite, budget, cyber security requirements and operational constraintsCreate network principles, standards, high-level designs and technical artefacts to support transformation and procurement decisionsAssess options across LAN, WLAN, WAN, SD-WAN, connectivity and managed service modelsEnsure recommendations address Zero Trust principles, cyber security, resilience, performance, scalability, service management, cost control and business continuityAdvise clients on Zero Trust network approaches, secure access models, segmentation, identity-aware connectivity and cyber risk reductionReview supplier designs, budgets , licensing models and implementation proposals to provide independent technical assuranceMaintain awareness of market developments, public sector requirements and emerging network technologiesClient Advisory & DeliveryLead discovery, infrastructure documentation, security reviews, audits, stakeholder engagement, requirements analysis and technical assurance activitiesProduce clear strategies, business cases, options appraisals, technical specifications, evaluation models and implementation roadmapsProvide independent advice to senior leaders, technical teams, procurement teams and programme boardsSupport procurement activity including route-to-market advice, tender documentation, supplier engagement, evaluation, moderation and recommendation reportsProvide technical and cyber security governance during implementation to help clients manage risk, resolve issues and realise intended benefitsWork closely with client IT, estates, facilities, procurement and supplier teams to ensure network solutions are practical, deliverable and aligned to business needSales, Growth & MarketingIdentify and shape new opportunities where network consultancy, cyber security, infrastructure advisory or technical assurance services can add valueContribute to proposals, framework submissions, statements of work and client presentationsRepresent 4C in client meetings, market engagement sessions, supplier briefings and industry discussionsSupport marketing activity by helping shape network, connectivity, Zero Trust, cyber security, unified communications and infrastructure propositionsHelp grow 4Cs reputation as a trusted, independent advisor for complex network and infrastructure programmesReputation, People & CapabilityBuild repeatable network consultancy, assurance and delivery approaches that improve quality and consistency across assignmentsMentor consultants and support knowledge sharing across networking, connectivity, Zero Trust, cyber security, service management and digital infrastructure topicsContribute to internal capability development, templates, methods and quality assurance processesPromote pragmatic, client-focused recommendations that balance innovation, value, risk and deliverabilitySupport knowledge transfer to clients throughout assignments so they are better equipped to manage services after deliveryWhat Were Looking ForStrong experience in network consultancy, network architecture, technical assurance or senior infrastructure consultingProven ability to lead client-side consultancy assignments from discovery and strategy through to procurement, assurance and implementation supportGood understanding of network technologies, including wired and wireless LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, internet connectivity, cloud connectivity, Zero Trust networking, network security , cyber security and D ata C entre networkingExperience advising on secure network design, segmentation, access control, identity-aware connectivity and cyber resilience would be beneficialExperience producing high-quality reports, strategies, roadmaps, options appraisals, business cases, specifications, evaluation materials and governance documentationAbility to communicate confidently with boards, senior leaders, technical teams, suppliers and procurement stakeholdersCommercial awareness and the ability to support bids, proposals and opportunity developmentStrong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with clients, suppliers and colleaguesRelevant network, cloud, project or service management qualifications would be beneficial, such as Cisco, Aruba, Juniper, Fortinet, Microsoft, ITIL, PRINCE2 or equivalent experienceA full driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential due to client site travelPackagePension contribution25 days holiday plus bank holidaysOption to purchase additional leavePrivate healthcareEmployee Assistance ProgrammeOn - going professional development and CPD supportLocation: Hybrid 1 day / week in the 4C Market Harborough office, plus client sites as requiredTPBN1_UKTJ