Overview

Thorn SDS is a UK specialist Managed Service Provider. We empower technology professionals and organisations across the Space, Defence, and Security sectors — and now, we’re growing our team with a Senior Network Engineer who’s ready to make an impact.

This is a full-time, on-site role (5 days per week) at a secure location in Hereford. You’ll be operating at SFIA Level 5, shaping and supporting mission-critical network infrastructure in highly specialised environments. Some UK travel with overnight stays may be required.

Security Clearance

Successful applicants will be required to obtain a high level of security clearance prior to appointment. (See: Gov.UK – United Kingdom Security Vetting)

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll own and optimise complex network environments, getting hands-on across a wide range of technologies and responsibilities, including:

• Configuring and managing routers, switches, and routing protocols
• Designing VLANs, network segmentation, and virtualised network environments
• Delivering cloud networking solutions and network automation
• Producing detailed network designs, configs, and performance reports
• Monitoring and improving network performance with the right tools and processes
• Troubleshooting implementation issues and supporting end users in test environments
• Deploying infrastructure through later delivery phases
• Contributing to PI (Program Increment) planning and cross-functional collaboration
• Guiding and enabling others to deliver results, with scope to supervise or mentor