Network Consultant

The Network Consultant will have responsibilities and focuses of:

• Responsible for the install and support secure and resilient LAN/WAN network

infrastructures in line with industry best practices.

• Deploy and configure routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless solutions across

diverse customer environments.

• Implement encryption technologies, access control systems, and secure remote

access solutions.

• Manage advanced security platforms such as next-gen firewalls, IDS/IPS, NAC and

secure remote access.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks including ISO27001, NIST, and PCI

DSS.

Network Monitoring & Performance Management

Use enterprise monitoring and analytics tools to ensure optimal network performance.

Identify trends, diagnose abnormal behaviour, and proactively address issues across

customer and internal systems.

Security Assessments & Continuous Improvement

Stay current with evolving cyber-security threats and ensure all managed environments

maintain strong security postures.

Identify vulnerabilities, escalate risks where necessary, and provide clear remediation

recommendations.

Wireless Auditing & Deployment

Conduct wireless assessments using specialist tools to evaluate existing deployments and

plan new solutions.

Translate customer requirements into effective wireless designs, including site assessments, equipment specification, and deployment oversight.

Technical Support

Act as an escalation point for complex network issues and high-severity incidents within the

project deployment and service desk functions.

Take ownership of support cases from initial report through to successful resolution, following departmental standards.

Pre-Sales Engagement & Consultancy

Assist with pre-sales activities, including on-site audits, health checks, and solution

validation.

Offer expert technical guidance on the feasibility and design of proposed solutions.

Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, solution architects, project managers and

senior stakeholders.

Documentation & Knowledge Sharing

Create and maintain high-quality technical documentation, diagrams, and knowledge-base

articles to support internal teams and customers.

Do you have experience in WAN?, * Experience implementing and supporting enterprise-grade networks. (Minimum of 4

years)

• Knowledge of routing, switching, firewalls and network security technologies.

• Hands-on experience with major vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, Meraki, Aruba or

Fortinet.

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills in large-scale and complex environments.

• Experience in network architecture, incident management, and project delivery.

Desirable:

• Network certifications such as CCNA, CCNP or equivalent.

• Experience with cloud networking (Azure/AWS/GCP).

• Automation and scripting expertise (Python, Ansible, Terraform).

• Experience with SD-WAN, SASE, Zero Trust or network virtualisation technologies., Communication

Conveys information and ideas clearly and respectfully. Listens to others and values different opinions. Respect confidentiality

Teamwork and Collaboration

Shares knowledge and works across departments and locations, working co-operatively and supportively with colleagues.

Results Focused/Problem Solving

Prioritizes tasks, overcomes obstacles, and accepts ownership of work assigned. Owns

actions that deliver results.

Client and Commercial Focus

Is focused on understanding the clients' needs and is driven to fulfil them. Strives to

consistently meet service standards.

• Private Medical Insurance on completion of probationary period for you, with option to

add spouse and children and reduced cost*

• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme, 5% ER, 3% EE contributions

• Death in Service Benefit x 3-time base salary from commencement of employment

• Generous 30-Day Annual Holiday Entitlement (Jan-Dec)

• 8 Public Holidays

• Additional Guaranteed Birthday Leave- 1 Day

• Volunteering Day per year to support an Xperience chosen charity, or a charity of

your choice

• Enhanced Sick Pay on completion of probationary period

• Bereavement Leave Policy

• Enhanced Parental Leave Policy

• Wellbeing Benefits (Mental Health Support, Flu Vaccinations etc)

• Long Service Awards commencing from 1 years' service

• Monthly/ Annual Recognition Awards

• 36.25 hours working week

• Hybrid Working*

• Salary Sacrifice Cycle to Work Scheme*

• Salary Sacrifice EV Scheme coming soon*

• Employee Referral Bonus of £1500 per hire

• Discounted IT Purchase Scheme

• Company Funded Social Events

• Easily accessible and free car parking*, Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Bereavement leave
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay

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