Network Analyst​/Lead

Network Analyst / Lead

Outskirts of Oxford | Permanent | £35,000 - £40,000 + Benefits

I am seeking an experienced and proactive Network Analyst / Lead to join a well-established organisation based on the outskirts of Oxford. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong infrastructure professional who enjoys combining hands-on network engineering with leadership, strategic planning, and continuous improvement.

Working within a growing IT team, you will take ownership of the organisation's network infrastructure, security posture, and connectivity across multiple sites, ensuring high availability, resilience, and performance.

Key Responsibilities

Manage, maintain, and optimise the organisation's network infrastructure
Oversee LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, VPN, firewall, and internet connectivity environments
Lead network security initiatives including monitoring, patching, access control, and incident response
Support and develop cloud and hybrid infrastructure connectivity
Manage relationships with third-party vendors, ISPs, and technology partners
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior IT staff
Ensure robust disaster recovery, backup, and business continuity procedures
Participate in infrastructure projects, upgrades, and future technology planning
Maintain network documentation, standards, and compliance requirements

Technical Environment

Experience in several of the following areas would be beneficial:

Cisco / Aruba / Fortinet / Palo Alto technologies
Switching & routing
Firewalls & network security
VLANs, VPNs, DHCP, DNS
Microsoft Server & Active Directory
Azure and/or AWS connectivity
VMware or Hyper-V
Cyber security best practices
Monitoring and performance tools

About You

Proven experience in a Network Analyst, Network Lead or Infrastructure Analyst role
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Comfortable operating in both hands-on technical and strategic capacities
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple projects effectively
Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, Fortinet, or equivalent are desirable

What's on Offer

Competitive salary
Hybrid working opportunities
Pension scheme
Ongoing training and certification support
Friendly and collaborative working environment
Free parking
Strong long-term career progression opportunities

If you are looking for a varied and rewarding Network Analyst / Lead opportunity within a stable and forward-thinking organisation near Oxford, we would love to hear from you.

Please send an up to date CV for an immediate response and more information on a fantastic opportunity with a truly great Client