Extreme Network Specialists (SC or DV Cleared) Inside IR35 12 months contract on site in Reading

Company: Leysen Associates Ltd
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Location: Reading
Job Description:

Extreme Networks Specialist (SC / DV Cleared) Role: Extreme Networks Support Engineer (2nd/3rd Line)

IR35 Status: Inside IR35

Duration: 9 – 12 Months

Location: On-site near Reading

Clearance: Active SC Clearance Required (DV Preferred) – Sole UK Nationals Only

Rate: Open / Market-leading (Dependent on experience)

Role Overview Looking for a 2nd/3rd-Line Network Support Engineer with dedicated Extreme Networks experience to support high-assurance operations. The position primarily covers day-to-day operational support and troubleshooting across legacy and modern switching platforms, with potential involvement in upcoming infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform 2nd and 3rd-line operational support, configuration, and fault-finding across Extreme Networks infrastructure.
  • Troubleshoot hardware and software faults across core network switching hardware (specifically Extreme X440 and X460 product families).
  • Support day-to-day operational stability, maintenance, and routine network updates on-site.
  • Assist with network project activities and deployments depending on skill set and operational priorities.

Requirements

  • Clearance & Nationality: Active SC Clearance minimum (DV preferred). Must be a Sole British National (due to site access restrictions; dual nationals cannot be considered).
  • Technical Depth: Demonstrable 2nd/3rd-line experience with Extreme Networks hardware (specifically Extreme Summit X440/X460 series switches).
  • Desirable: Secondary experience in Juniper routing/switching environments; willingness to support satellite sites or participate in an on-call rota if required.
  • Working Pattern: On-site near Aldermaston operating a 9-day fortnight (alternate Fridays off)

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Posted: November 9th, 2026