Network Implementation Engineer

I am seeking an experienced Network Implementation Engineer to join a highly skilled networking team responsible for delivering and supporting large-scale enterprise network solutions across complex, mission-critical environments.

This role is focused on the implementation, enhancement, and lifecycle management of network infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on Business-to-Business (B2B) connectivity, DMZ environments, and network hardware refresh programmes.

The role:

• Implement, configure, and deploy network infrastructure solutions in line with established architectural standards, governance, and policies.
• Build and support complex network environments with a strong focus on Cisco technologies and DMZ-based connectivity solutions.
• Analyse existing network designs and environments, providing detailed technical assessments and recommendations.
• Produce comprehensive implementation documentation, including testing, validation, rollback, and acceptance procedures.
• Perform technical design reviews and collaborate with engineering teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Support network refresh initiatives involving end-of-life and end-of-support infrastructure.
• Work closely with Design, Architecture, Operations, and Project teams to deliver networking solutions.
• Ensure adherence to change management, risk management, and operational governance processes.
• Contribute to service resilience and network stability by assessing implementation risks and proposing mitigation strategies.
• Assist operational support teams with troubleshooting and technical escalations when required.
• Identify opportunities for automation, standardisation, and process improvement.

Core Networking

• Cisco IOS-XE
• Routing & Switching
• BGP
• OSPF
• ISIS
• Multicast
• MPLS
• QoS
• WAN Technologies
• DMZ Architecture
• Network Security
• VPN Technologies
• Firewalls
• Access Control Lists (ACLs)
• SSL/TLS
• GRE & IPSEC Tunnelling
• NAC (802.1X)
• AAA Services
• Internet Connectivity
• Carrier Circuits
• Leased Lines
• Cross Connects
• Data Centre Networking
• Dark Fibre
• DWDM
• Wireless Networking Solutions

Additional Technologies (Desirable)

• Fortinet Firewalls

• Load Balancers

• Arista Networking

• DNS

• SD-Access

• MACsec

• McAfee / Skyhigh Proxy Solutions

• L2TP

• NHRP

• Solid experience within enterprise networking, covering design, build, implementation, and support.

• Proven experience delivering network infrastructure projects in complex enterprise environments.

• Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices.

• Experience producing high-quality technical documentation and implementation plans.

• Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic capabilities.

• Hands-on experience using network monitoring and analysis tools including:

• Splunk

• Wireshark

• Packet captures

• Network debugging tools

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.Demonstrated ownership, initiative, and delivery focus., * CCNP Certification

• CCIE Certification
• Other relevant networking or security certifications

Network Infrastructure Implementation Engineer, 12 month contract, Routing, Switching, DMZ.