Network Engineer

Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne

My client has a small team, but have managed to deliver massive infrastructure projects to public and private sector clients through their state-of-the-art tier 3 data centre facilities. They are now looking to expand our team further and add an experienced Platform Engineer Network & Firewall Focus to the team on an initial 12 month fixed term contract. (This will very likely become permanent) Role overview This role is focused on data-centre networking and firewall platforms.

The engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing and operating network and security infrastructure, including third-party connectivity. Key responsibilities Design, implement and support data-centre network infrastructure Configure and support firewall platforms with a focus on Fortinet Support Cisco network infrastructure including ACI Manage and troubleshoot third-party connectivity and interconnects Work with service providers, carriers and customers on network integration Support change, incident and problem management activities Required experience Strong experience in data-centre networking Hands-on experience with Fortinet firewalls, F5 load balancers Cisco networking experience, including ACI.

Aruba switching Experience supporting third-party connectivity (MPLS, WAN, interconnects, cross-connects)

Desirable Experience working within a managed services or hosting environment Exposure to multi-tenant or shared infrastructure models Please note that this role requires a minimum of 3 days per week in the Hamilton office.