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Network Engineers – Train to Become Network ArchitectsLocation: CorshamSalary: £45,000 – £60,000Clearance Required: SC or DV (sole British nationals only)Employment Type: PermanentNexGen Associates are working with a Defence-focused consultancy that is a recognised Gold Member within the military Community. They are heavily invested in long-term career development, structured progression and building the next generation of Network Architects.This opportunity is exclusively for Service Leavers and Veterans who already hold SC or DV Clearance.The OpportunityThis is not just another Network Engineer role.You are hired as a Network Engineer.You are trained and mentored on the job.You transition into a Network Architect.You gain the qualifications and exposure required to operate at architectural level.This is a clearly structured pathway, not a vague promise.You will work in high-assurance environments across complex infrastructure, gaining real design responsibility while being supported by experienced Architects who are committed to developing future talent.Alongside hands-on architecture exposure, the company will fund and support formal certifications including AWS and cloud-focused qualifications, ensuring you build the depth modern Network Architecture roles demand.What You will Be DoingSupporting and delivering secure network solutions within Defence environmentsWorking across complex, high-assurance infrastructureGaining exposure to architectural design principles and documentationCollaborating with senior architects on real-world design challengesDeveloping cloud capability alongside core networking expertiseIdeal Background:This role is perfect for someone who is:Technically strong in networking fundamentalsCurious about design and big-picture thinkingMotivated by structured career progressionKeen to build cloud capabilityLooking for a company that genuinely invests in their developmentWhy This Role Stands Out:Clear progression from Engineer to ArchitectStructured mentoring and development planFormal certification funding including AWS and cloud pathwaysExposure to high-assurance, mission-critical environmentsA business that actively supports and invests in the military community#If you are a Service Leaver or ex-military with SC or DV Clearance and want a role where your career moves forward rather than stays still, this is worth a conversation.