Network Engineer - Oxford

• Design, implement, and support LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, and VPN infrastructure.
• Manage and troubleshoot Cisco switching, routing, and wireless environments.
• Administer and maintain Fortinet firewalls, VPNs, and security solutions.
• Monitor network performance and proactively identify areas for improvement.
• Investigate and resolve complex network and connectivity issues.
• Ensure network security best practices are implemented and maintained.
• Support infrastructure projects, upgrades, and migrations.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation.
• Work closely with internal IT teams and third-party suppliers.

Technologies:

• Azure
• Cisco
• FortiGate
• Support
• LAN
• Network
• Security
• TCP/IP
• VPN
• Cloud

• Strong experience supporting and administering Cisco networking technologies.
• Hands-on experience with Fortinet/FortiGate firewalls.
• Excellent knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, STP, OSPF, BGP, and VPN technologies.
• Experience troubleshooting complex network issues in enterprise environments.
• Good understanding of network security principles and best practices.
• Experience with network monitoring and diagnostic tools.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a small IT team.
• Cisco certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent are desirable.
• Fortinet certifications such as NSE or Fortinet Certified Professional are desirable.
• Experience with SD-WAN technologies is desirable.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Azure networking is desirable.
• Experience with wireless technologies and network automation is desirable., We are a small but dynamic IT team looking for a highly skilled and hands-on Network Engineer to take ownership of our enterprise network infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced networking professional who enjoys working across a broad range of technologies and making a real impact. The role focuses on the design, support, maintenance, and continuous improvement of our network environment, with a strong emphasis on Cisco and Fortinet technologies, helping us ensure the security, performance, and reliability of our business-critical systems.