Network Engineer - DV Cleared

An opportunity has arisen for a Network Engineer to join an innovative technology organisation delivering complex software solutions for customers across a specialist technical environment.

As a Network Engineer, you will help maintain and improve enterprise network infrastructure, supporting reliable, secure and high-performing IT services. This full-time role offers salary up to £78,000 and benefits.

Note:

Valid DV clearance is essential for this role.

You will be responsible for:

Supporting network security measures, including firewalls, VPNs, access controls and secure connectivity.
Keeping network diagrams, technical documentation and operational procedures up to date.
Contributing to capacity planning, performance improvements and network resilience.
Supporting virtualised and software-defined networking environments.
Assisting with automation and Infrastructure as Code activities where appropriate.
For more experienced engineers, taking ownership of technical work streams, supporting junior colleagues and contributing to network design decisions.
Travelling to company premises or other locations when required.
Keeping technical knowledge up to date through relevant training and professional development.

What we are looking for:

Essential:

Previously worked as a Network Engineer or in a similar role.
Valid DV clearance.
Knowledge of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, Routing & switching, VLANs, DNS & DHC and Network troubleshooting methodologies.
Background in supporting enterprise network environments.
Familiarity with one or more networking technologies or vendors, such as Cisco, Juniper, Arista, HPE or Fortinet.
Understanding of network security principles and good practice.

Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Desirable:

Experience with routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, or MPLS, firewall technologies and VPN solutions.
Understanding of wireless networking technologies.
Background with virtualisation platforms such as VMware ESXi, Hyper-V, KVM, or Proxmox.
Knowledge of cloud networking concepts across AWS, Azure or hybrid environments.
Familiarity with network automation tools such as Ansible, Python, Terraform or similar technologies.
Experience working with network monitoring and management platforms such as Solar Winds, Zabbix, PRTG, LibreNMS or equivalent.
Knowledge of Software Defined Networking (SDN) and modern data centre networking technologies.

What's on offer:

Competitive Salary
25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
AXA Healthcare cover
Access to a Cycle to Work scheme
Company EV Car Scheme
Company pension contributions
Dedicated training package and budget, with opportunities for career development and progression

If you are an experienced Network Engineer looking for a technically challenging role, this is a great opportunity to take your career further. Apply today to be considered.

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