Our client, a leading IT solutions provider, is seeking a skilled Network Engineer to join their dynamic team in Weybridge. This role involves ensuring the reliability and security of IT network infrastructures, maintaining high-performance connectivity across global operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support planned network upgrades, migrations, and changes, ensuring accurate configurations and comprehensive documentation
- Configure, operate, and maintain network devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points
- Monitor network performance using advanced tools and address alerts and incidents proactively
- Conduct initial troubleshooting of network issues such as connectivity problems, routing errors, and IP configuration challenges
- Assist in the implementation and testing of firewall policies and security configurations under senior engineer guidance
- Collaborate with the security team to investigate and mitigate network security incidents
- Contribute ideas for continuous improvement of network operations by staying updated on emerging network technologies
Job Requirements:
- Experience in IT networking with a strong understanding of fundamentals such as TCP/IP, Ethernet, VLANs, and routing protocols
- Familiarity with Layer 2/3 switching and routing technologies
- Hands-on experience configuring network devices via command-line interfaces (e.g., Cisco IOS)
- Proficiency in network monitoring and log analysis using industry-standard tools
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to produce clear and organised technical documentation
- Collaborative mindset with strong communication skills
- Relevant degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Professional certifications such as CCNA or CompTIA Network+ are preferred
Benefits:
- 25 days' annual leave
- Discretionary performance-based bonus scheme
- Defined Contribution Pension
- Permanent Health Insurance
- Group Life Assurance
- Flexible Benefits allowance
- Private Medical Insurance
If you are a passionate Network Engineer looking for a new opportunity to further develop your career in a challenging and innovative environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's talented team in Weybridge.
