Network Manager

I am seeking an experienced and proactive Network Manager to join a well-established organisation based on the outskirts of Oxford. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong infrastructure professional who enjoys combining hands-on network engineering with leadership, strategic planning, and continuous improvement. Working within a growing IT team, you will take ownership of the organisation's network infrastructure, security posture, and connectivity across multiple sites, ensuring high availability, resilience, and performance. Key Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain, and optimise the organisation's network infrastructure

• Oversee LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, VPN, firewall, and internet connectivity environments

• Lead network security initiatives including monitoring, patching, access control, and incident response

• Support and develop cloud and hybrid infrastructure connectivity

• Manage relationships with third-party vendors, ISPs, and technology partners

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior IT staff

• Ensure robust disaster recovery, backup, and business continuity procedures

• Participate in infrastructure projects, upgrades, and future technology planning

• Maintain network documentation, standards, and compliance requirements Technical Environment Experience in several of the following areas would be beneficial:

• Cisco / Aruba / Fortinet / Palo Alto technologies

• Switching & routing

• Firewalls & network security

• VLANs, VPNs, DHCP, DNS

• Microsoft Server & Active Directory

• Azure and/or AWS connectivity

• VMware or Hyper-V

• Cyber security best practices

• Monitoring and performance tools

• Proven experience in a Network Manager, Senior Network Engineer, or Infrastructure Manager role
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable operating in both hands-on technical and strategic capacities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple projects effectively
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, Fortinet, or equivalent are desirable

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working opportunities
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training and certification support
• Friendly and collaborative working environment
• Free parking
• Strong long-term career progression opportunities If you are looking for a varied and rewarding Network Manager opportunity within a stable and forward-thinking organisation near Oxford, we would love to hear from you. Please send an up to date CV for an immediate response and more information on a fantastic opportunity with a truly great Client.