LAN / WAN Engineer - Checkpoint, F5 & Cisco

Lakarya LLC
Kirkintilloch, United Kingdom
14 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Kirkintilloch, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Proxy Servers
ARM
Azure
Border Gateway Protocol
Catalyst
Cloud Computing
Complex Networks
Intrusion Detection Systems
Python
Network Security
Network Architecture
Routing
Cisco Nexus Switches
Open Shortest Path First
Performance Tuning
Ansible
SAP Sales and Distribution
Security Information and Event Management
Wide Area Networks
Wireless Networks
Network Routers
Transport Layer Security
Google Cloud Platform
Load Balancing
Juniper
Firewall Services Module
Terraform
Open Network Automation Platform
Splunk
Cisco networks
Citrix Netscaler

Job description

  • Provide L3-level support, troubleshooting, and resolution for complex network issues.
  • Design, implement, and optimize network security solutions using security proxies, Juniper, and Cisco.
  • Lead incident resolution and problem management efforts, coordinating with vendors as needed.
  • Configure and maintain firewalls, security appliances, and access control policies.
  • Develop and execute network automation strategies for efficiency and scalability.
  • Collaborate with architects and project teams on network upgrades and expansions.
  • Conduct performance tuning and capacity planning for network infrastructure.
  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to L2 engineers.

Requirements

  • Security Proxy: Blue Coat, Zscaler, or equivalent, deep understanding of SSL decryption and policy enforcement.
  • Juniper: Advanced routing (BGP, OSPF, ISIS), firewall rules, security policies, IDS/IPS.
  • Cisco: Enterprise switching (Nexus, Catalyst), routers, ASA/FTD firewalls, SD-WAN.
  • Automation & Scripting: Python, Ansible, Terraform (preferred).
  • Cloud Networking: Azure, AWS, or GCP networking and security concepts.
  • Load Balancing: F5, Citrix NetScaler (preferred).
  • SIEM & Security Tools: Splunk, Palo Alto Cortex, or similar.

Soft Skills:

  • Strong leadership and mentorship capabilities.
  • Excellent documentation and presentation skills.
  • Ability to work independently and handle high-priority incidents.
  • Juniper Certified

Experience:

  • Checkpoint: 7 years (required)
  • F5: 7 years (required)
  • Cisco Wireless: 7 years (required)

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