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United Kingdom
Overview
We are seeking a skilled Network Engineer with deep expertise in network and automation, Infrastructure‑as‑Code (IaC), and modern cloud‑centric networking. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, deploying, and managing scalable, secure, and automated network infrastructures across hybrid and multi‑cloud environments. This role requires a strong engineering mindset, a passion for automation, and the ability to transform traditional network operations into fully automated, policy‑driven architectures.
Your role
Network Architecture & Engineering
- Design, implement, and maintain enterprise‑grade network solutions across data centres, cloud environments, and global office locations.
- Develop scalable network architectures incorporating SD‑WAN, Zero Trust, segmentation, and cloud‑native connectivity patterns.
- Lead troubleshooting and optimisation efforts for high‑availability, mission‑critical network services.
Automation & Infrastructure‑as‑Code (IaC)
- Build and maintain automated network deployments using tools such as Bicep, Terraform, Ansible, or Python‑based automation frameworks.
- Define and enforce IaC standards to ensure consistent, compliant, and repeatable network provisioning.
- Develop and maintain reusable automation modules, templates, and pipelines to support continuous delivery of network services.
Cloud & Security Integration
- Engineer secure cloud connectivity patterns using Azure networking, firewalls, load balancers, NSGs, Application Gateways, and VPN/ExpressRoute.
- Collaborate with security teams to embed ZTNA, SASE, and policy‑driven segmentation into the network fabric.
- Assist in designing cloud‑ready network topologies with automated guardrails and compliance checks.
Operational Excellence
- Provide advanced 3rd/4th‑line support for complex network issues.
- Implement proactive alerting, monitoring, and performance‑tuning across the network estate.
- Maintain detailed documentation, runbooks, and architectural artefacts to support operational teams.
Location
United Kingdom
Job Type
Full time
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R-152122
Salary range
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Sudhan Prabhu
Hi there, I'm Sudhan Prabhu and I manage this role
About you
- Strong expertise in enterprise networking: routing, switching, firewalls.
- Proven experience with IaC tools (Terraform, Bicep, Ansible) and automation frameworks (Python, PowerShell, REST APIs).
- Deep understanding of cloud networking concepts in Azure and OCI.
- Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities with strong documentation and communication skills
- Certifications such as CCNP, Azure Network Engineer, OCI Networking, DevNet Professional, or equivalent.
- Experience working within highly regulated or security‑sensitive environments.
- UK SC Cleared.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?
Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.
Make it brilliant, a career with AtkinsRéalis
Our supportive, collaborative culture inspires us as a global community every day.
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About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
Additional information
Security clearance
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.
We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.
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