Network Architect - Factory Edge / IT-OT

Network Architect - Factory Edge / IT-OT 500 per day Inside IR35 Predominantly Remote 6-Month Rolling ContractWe''re looking for an experienced Network Architect with strong IT/OT connectivity and network security expertise to support a major Factory Edge programme.This is an opportunity to shape the network architecture that connects edge computing platforms into complex manufacturing environments, ensuring secure, resilient and repeatable connectivity across factory sites.The role is predominantly remote, with occasional onsite visits to factories in Merseyside (approximately one day per month).Contract detailsDay rate: 500 per day, Inside IR35Duration: Initial 6 months, rolling contract with potential for extensionLocation: Remote, with occasional onsite attendance in MerseysideWorking arrangement: Predominantly remoteProgramme: Client Edge as a ServiceThe roleAs Network Architect, you''ll take ownership of the network architecture and connectivity patterns required to integrate edge infrastructure into factory IT and OT environments.You''ll establish secure, standardised and scalable network designs that can be deployed consistently across multiple manufacturing sites, balancing enterprise networking requirements with the need to protect operational technology and production systems.Working closely with enterprise architecture, cyber security, network operations and factory teams, you''ll turn architectural requirements into practical, deployable designs and reusable ..... full job details .....