Network Manager
C4S Search Ltd
19 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English Compensation
£ 70KJob location
Tech stack
Bash
Border Gateway Protocol
Cloud Computing
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Multi-protocol Systems
Python
Network Security
Network Architecture
Routing
Network Protocols
Open Shortest Path First
Ansible
TCP/IP
Virtual Local Area Networks
Wide Area Networks
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
Load Balancing
Computer Network Operations
Reliability of Systems
Firewalls (Computer Science)
Information Technology
Terraform
Cisco networks
Job description
- Lead the design, deployment, and optimisation of enterprise network infrastructure across LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, and hybrid cloud environments.
- Manage and mentor a team of onshore and offshore network engineers, ensuring performance, collaboration, and technical growth.
- Oversee configuration, maintenance, and security of routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and load balancers to ensure network reliability and compliance.
- Drive automation and efficiency through tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and scripting, improving operational consistency and scalability.
- Collaborate with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams to align network strategy with business transformation and digital initiatives.
Requirements
- Deep technical expertise in Cisco technologies (routing, switching, firewalls, VPN, Cisco Umbrella) and SD-WAN architecture.
- Strong understanding of core networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VLANs, QoS) and network security best practices.
- Proven experience managing enterprise-level network operations and leading technical teams in fast-paced environments.
- Proficiency in network automation and scripting using Python, Bash, Ansible, or Terraform.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills with the ability to balance strategic and hands-on responsibilities., * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Cisco certification at a minimum of CCNP level; CCIE or equivalent expert-level certification preferred., If you're an experienced Network Engineering Manager looking to lead enterprise-scale infrastructure and drive network innovation, we'd love to hear from you.
Benefits & conditions
- Car allowance and annual performance bonus
- Private medical insurance and health cash plan
- Life assurance (4x salary) and company pension (5% match)
- 25 days annual leave plus holiday buy scheme
- Free onsite parking and hybrid working
- Ongoing training, professional development, and career progression opportunities
