Network Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer with extensive experience in configuring, managing, and troubleshooting Cisco routers and switches, Fortinet firewalls, and HP switches.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of networking protocols, security best practices, and hands-on experience with these technologies to support a high-performing and secure network environment.

This position requires both independent work and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure network stability, scalability, and security.

Day-to-day at Ekco:

Network Design & Implementation:

• Design, configure, and deploy complex network infrastructure with Cisco routers/switches, HP switches, and Fortinet firewalls.
• Ensure high availability, scalability, and performance of network services to meet business requirements.
• Conduct regular network architecture reviews and optimise for efficiency and reliability.

Network Maintenance & Monitoring:

• Monitor network performance, availability, and capacity using tools like, FortiManager, SolarWinds, PRTG, Auvik etc.
• Perform regular firmware and software updates for Cisco, Fortinet, and HP equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot network-related issues, ensuring minimal downtime and quick resolution.

Security & Firewalls:

• Manage and configure FortiGate firewalls, including VPNs, NAT, intrusion prevention, and security policies.
• Implement and maintain network security best practices and technologies across Cisco, Fortigate and HP devices.
• Perform regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and respond to security incidents.

Collaboration & Support:

• Collaborate with the wider teams to integrate network systems with cloud services, remote access, and other IT infrastructure.
• Work closely with systems engineers, administrators, and other stakeholders to support business projects and day-to-day operations.
• Provide Level 2/3 support and mentoring for junior network engineers, Service Desk and technical staff.

Documentation & Compliance:

• Maintain detailed documentation for all network infrastructure, configurations, and changes.

Do you have experience in VPN?, * Strong hands-on experience with Cisco networking technologies (routers, switches, firewalls and wireless devices), including Nexus, ISR and ASA platforms.

• Strong hands-on experience with FortiGate firewalls, including firewall policy management, VPN, IPSec, SSL VPN, and Web Filtering.
• Experience with HP (HPE Aruba) switches in large enterprise environments, including VLANs, trunking, and spanning tree protocols.
• Strong knowledge of Layer 2/3 networking protocols, such as STP, VTP, MST, VRRP, OSPF and BGP.
• Strong understanding of network security best practices and technologies (IPSEC, VPNs, UTM, IDS/IPS and Qualys).
• Working knowledge of Barracuda Firewalls

• ️ Time Off: 25 days annual leave + public holidays
• Birthday Leave: One extra day off to celebrate
• Company Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing support
• ️ EkcOlympics: Global team activity challenges
• Unlimited access to Pluralsight for continuous development
• Real opportunities to grow, including international progression

Why Ekco

• ️ Microsoft's 2023 Rising Star Security Partner of the Year
• First Irish Microsoft MSP to achieve all four Microsoft Security Specializations
• Ranked 4th fastest-growing technology company in the Deloitte Fast50 Awards
• A culture rooted in diversity, equality, inclusion & belonging
• A commitment to internal mobility and career progression
• Flexible, family-friendly working at the heart of our culture
• Proud to be your trusted security-first Managed Service Provider chosen by IT leaders to drive operational efficiency, scale smarter and stay ahead of risk.

Founded in 2016, Ekco has quickly become one of Europe's fastest-growing cloud solution providers and your trusted security-first Managed Service Provider. IT leaders choose Ekco to drive operational efficiency, scale smarter and stay ahead of risk - powered by local expertise, delivered at European scale. We specialise in helping organisations advance their cloud maturity guiding transformation, strengthening security, and maximising the value of their technology investments. ️ In simple terms: we help organisations modernise with confidence securing their systems, optimising their cloud, and keeping them resilient in a rapidly changing world. Today, we're a thriving team of 1,000+ talented and supportive colleagues across the UK, Ireland, Benelux, South Africa, and Malaysia-and we're continuing to grow. At Ekco, how we work matters as much as what we deliver. Our people live by four core values that shape everything we do: * On It: We take ownership, follow through, and get things done. * All In : We collaborate, support each other, and commit fully to shared goals. * Connected: We build trusted relationships with colleagues, clients, and partners. * Hungry to Grow: We stay curious, keep learning, and push ourselves to the next level. If these values resonate with you, you'll feel right at home here.