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Principal Network and Infrastructure Specialist

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West Midlands Combined Authority

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United Kingdom , Birmingham

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53120.00 - 59417.00 GBP / Year
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Job Description:

We’re looking for a Principal Network and Infrastructure Specialist to take ownership of a diverse and business-critical network estate, spanning core switching, enterprise Wi-Fi, and voice systems across key sites including transport hubs, offices, and partner locations. From managing Cisco-based switching environments and VLAN configurations to supporting Aruba wireless networks, you’ll be at the heart of keeping people, places, and services connected. This isn’t just about maintaining infrastructure, it’s about leading it. You’ll drive the evolution of network services across both on-premise and cloud environments, acting as the go-to expert for troubleshooting, optimisation, and transformation. Working closely with internal teams and partners such as Midland Metro Limited, you’ll ensure resilient, secure, and high-performing connectivity that supports critical public services. If you’re someone who thrives on deep technical challenges, enjoys working across complex multi-site environments, and wants to play a key role in modernising network infrastructure at scale, this is your opportunity to make a tangible impact. Please note that this is a 6 month fixed term contract.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead, manage, and continuously develop the organisation's network, voice, and connectivity infrastructure across cloud and on-premises environments, ensuring alignment with the Tech and Insights strategy and industry best practice
  • Provide expert technical leadership and 3rd-line support for highly complex infrastructure issues and transformation projects, making independent, informed technical decisions to maintain resilient and secure services
  • Ensure the network infrastructure is secure, reliable, and recoverable by overseeing performance, monitoring, backup, disaster recovery, and compliance with cyber security, data protection, and governance standards
  • Drive the adoption of modern, scalable architectures and automation, identifying opportunities for improvement, managing risks and dependencies, and delivering solutions that provide value for money
  • Oversee and support the delivery of infrastructure services through effective collaboration with internal teams, contracted resources, and external suppliers, while contributing to skills development and knowledge resilience within Digital and Data

Requirements:

  • Extensive experience within networking and infrastructure environments, including but not limited to Cloud virtual networking, LAN / WAN, Firewalls, Voice and Wireless technologies
  • Extensive experience administering, configuring, and designing a multisite and hybrid cloud enterprise network environment
  • A good understanding of network and infrastructure roadmaps and the ability to evaluate the applicability for business productivity solutions in accordance with the Digital and Data strategy
  • Experience of deploying hybrid cloud networking and infrastructure solutions, such as Managed service WAN's, Multi site enterprise LAN's, enterprise Wireless solutions, virtual cloud networking and secure resilient network environment and technologies
  • Experience with core network technologies such as data and voice networks, routing, Layer 3 switching, firewall configuration, VLAN's, Software defined network technologies and secure resilient design principles
  • Extensive knowledge of supporting layer 2 / 3 Cisco and HP Aruba network environments and virtual networking
What we offer:
  • Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme
  • 28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more) + Statutory days
  • EV car benefit scheme
  • Healthcare plans
  • Discounted gym membership, will writing, and mortgage advice
  • An option to buy a bicycle, including e-bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate
  • 3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer
  • Interest-free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology
  • Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers
  • Costco membership through the WMCA
  • Boundless unlocks unlimited entry to top-rated UK attractions and loads of extra benefits and discounts
  • Eye Care Scheme, offering a free eye test and a financial contribution towards your glasses

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Job Posted:
May 05, 2026

Expiration:
May 14, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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