University of Portsmouth
Network Architect
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Network Technology Architect
As our Network Technology Architect, you will report to the Head of Platforms & Infrastructure and play a pivotal role in designing and implementing robust network infrastructure solutions across the University's ecosystem.
Your mission is to create a seamless, resilient network infrastructure by designing and implementing enterprise-grade core network services, security controls, and operational building technologies. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams—from cyber security to estates—aligning network architecture with institutional goals and ensuring scalability, security, and operational excellence. As the principal technical authority for network design patterns and emerging technologies, this role is a key part of the University's transformative journey towards a modern, zero-trust campus environment.
This position requires a minimum of two days per week on site, although the successful candidate will ideally be available to work on site for additional days when required.
If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Christian Johnson at christian.johnson@port.ac.uk
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Employer, External Only: University of Portsmouth Academic Services Ltd (UASL)
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We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:
- Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
- Generous pension scheme.
- Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
- Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
- Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
- Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- Staff wellbeing programmes.
- Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
- Discounted learning.
- Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.
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Salary Information
New appointments will routinely be made to the entry spine point (minimum) for the advertised grade, from where the individual will (in addition to receiving annual cost-of-living-related increases) progress through the pay range to the maximum for the grade, within a reasonable timeframe. This ensures fairness, consistency and transparency in our pay structures. A higher starting salary or market supplement may be available for a truly exceptional candidate when circumstances fully justify a departure from our normal policy.
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UKVI Statement
Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it.
ED&I Statement
We are committed to upholding the University’s values of being ambitious, open and responsible, in an inclusive working environment that promotes dignity and respect.
Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.
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