Network Security Architect
Network Security ArchitectLocation: Hybrid – Bracknell, UKExperience Level: Senior / ArchitectOur client is a leading global Information Technology, Consulting, and Business Process Services organisation, working at enterprise scale across complex, mission-critical environments. They are currently seeking an experienced Network Security Architect to join their team and play a key role in shaping and delivering modern, secure network architectures.Role OverviewAs a Network Security Architect, you will support and lead security deployments and infrastructure design across large enterprise environments. The role has a strong focus on Zero Trust architecture, cloud security, and automation-driven deployments.This position requires a broad enterprise mindset, with strong depth in network and security technologies and a solid understanding of end-to-end solutions, including areas beyond traditional network/security domains. You will collaborate closely with engineering, infrastructure, cloud, and DevSecOps teams to embed security by design.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and support enterprise-scale network security architecturesAssist with security deployments and infrastructure design from concept through implementationArchitect and implement Zero Trust security models aligned with industry best practicesLead and support projects using Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA) for secure access and cloud securityDesign and secure hybrid and cloud environments, with a focus on Google Cloud Platform (GCP)Implement and manage network security solutions using Palo Alto, Check Point, and NSX-T firewallsCollaborate with infrastructure, cloud, and application teams to integrate security into system designsSupport, review, and assist with CI/CD-driven deployments using GitLabRead, understand, and review deployment code and automation scripts to ensure secure implementationProduce architecture documentation, standards, and design artefactsProvide technical leadership and guidance across multiple projectsMandatory Skills & ExperienceProven experience as a Network Security Architect or Senior Network Security Engineer / DevOpsStrong hands-on experience with Check Point firewalls and VPNs(mandatory)Strong hands-on experience with Zscaler (ZIA, ZPA or similar) and enterprise routing & switchingDeep understanding and practical implementation of Zero Trust architecturesExperience designing and securing environments in Google Cloud Platform (GCP)Strong expertise with Palo Alto, Check Point, and NSX-T firewall technologiesSolid knowledge of network security fundamentals (segmentation, access control, threat prevention)Experience working with GitLab and CI/CD pipelinesAbility to understand and review code used for infrastructure and security deploymentsDesirable SkillsExperience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform)Exposure to DevSecOps and security automation practicesStrong stakeholder communication and documentation skillsExperience working in large-scale enterprise environments
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