Network Engineer
1 day ago
Portsmouth
Job Description – Network Engineer Role Title: Network Engineer Department: IT Infrastructure / Networks Employment Type: 12 months can go perm Reports To: Network Manager Role Overview The Network Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting secure, scalable, and highly available network infrastructure. The role involves working across routing, switching, firewalls, WAN/LAN, wireless technologies, and network security to ensure reliable connectivity for business operations. Key Responsibilities Network Design & Implementation • Design, configure, and deploy enterprise-level network solutions across LAN, WAN, WLAN, and data centre environments., • Implement routing and switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, STP, VLANs, VXLAN)., • Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues across on‑premises and cloud environments., • Perform root‑cause analysis for major incidents and implement long‑term fixes., • Ensure network environments align with security standards and best practices., • Maintain network segmentation, access control policies, and VPN configurations., • Maintain up‑to‑date network diagrams, inventories, and configuration documentation., • Work with cross‑functional teams (cloud, security, infrastructure, service desk)., • Support project delivery through planning, testing, and implementation. Key Skills & Experience Technical Skills • Proven experience with enterprise network technologies (Cisco, Juniper, HP, Aruba)., • Strong knowledge of routing/switching protocols and network topologies., • Experience with firewalls, load balancers, and proxy technologies., • Working knowledge of SD‑WAN solutions., • Familiarity with cloud networking (Azure/AWS), VPN, DNS, DHCP, NAC, and wireless standards., • Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities., • Ability to work under pressure in high‑availability environments., • Excellent communication and documentation skills., • Stakeholder management and cross‑team collaboration. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline (preferred)., • Professional certifications (any of the below):, • CCNA / CCNP, • JNCIA / JNCIS, • CompTIA Network+ / Security+, • Palo Alto PCNSE, • ITIL Foundation Desirable Experience • Exposure to automation (Python, Ansible)., • Hands-on experience with cloud networking (Azure ExpressRoute, AWS Direct Connect)., • SD‑WAN deployments and network virtualisation.