NetSecOps Engineer

Network Security Operations Engineer (3 Month Contract)

Location:

Hybrid - 1 day per week in Northampton
Rate: £(Apply online only) p/d
Duration: 3 months

Overview

We’re seeking a hands-on Network Security Operations Engineer (Net Sec Ops ) to support a major Network Access Control (NAC) rollout and LAN modernisation programme across a large, distributed retail estate. You’ll work closely with the Networks team to strengthen access control, segmentation, and operational security at scale.

Key Responsibilities

* Deliver and support a multi-phase NAC implementation

* Design, configure, test, and deploy NAC policies, authentication, and segmentation

* Support LAN migrations and switch refreshes across multiple sites

* Lead end-to-end testing (functional, failover, performance)

* Develop operational processes, documentation, and runbooks

* Provide SME guidance on identity-based and zero-trust network access

Skills & Experience

* Strong background in Net Sec Ops  / Network Security Engineering in enterprise environments

* Hands-on with NAC platforms (e.g. Fortinet, Aruba Clear Pass, Forescout)

* Expertise in 802.1X, RADIUS, TACACS+, device profiling, certificates

* Solid LAN/WAN knowledge: switching, routing, VLANs, DHCP, DNS, BGP/OSPF

* Experience with large-scale LAN migration or refresh programmes

* Knowledge of segmentation, firewalls, and zero-trust networking

Desirable

* Experience in large retail or multi-site environments