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# IT and Network Technician

- **Company:** Harbour Housing (Cosgarne Hall Ltd)
- **Location:** St Austell, UK
- **Salary:** £25,717.0 - £27,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Networking Hardware, Network Architecture, Network Monitoring, Network Administration, Network Protocols, Virtual Local Area Networks, Wireless Networks, Network Switches, Network Routers, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** July 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c02f231f2d13d398

## About the Role

* Proven IT and networking experience, ideally across multi-site environments.
 * Strong grasp of networking protocols, infrastructure, and security best practice.
 * Hands-on skills configuring switches (VLANs, Layer 2 security), routers, and firewalls.
 * Experience with device/network management platforms - Apple Business Manager, DrayTek ACS, and Hikvision HikCentral, or comparable tools.
 * Excellent, logical troubleshooting and a proactive mindset.
 * Clear communicator who can explain the technical to the non-technical.
 * A team player with integrity, discretion, and a good sense of humour.
 * Full UK driving licence and happy to travel between sites.

Job Types: Full-time, Graduate

## Description

Harbour Housing is a Cornwall-based charity providing safe accommodation and tailored support for people experiencing homelessness and disadvantage. We help people rebuild their independence and sustain long-term housing through compassionate, person-centred support - and technology is central to delivering that well across our sites.

We're now looking for a skilled IT & Networking Technician to keep our digital infrastructure secure, reliable, and future-ready.

The Role

You'll take ownership of our IT systems and multi-site network infrastructure - designing, implementing, and maintaining the secure, resilient networks our services depend on. It's a varied, hands-on role for someone who enjoys problem-solving, works well independently, and wants their work to mean something., * Design, deploy, and maintain secure wired and wireless networks across multiple Cornwall sites.

 * Configure and manage network switches, including VLANs and Layer 2 security (port security, etc.).
 * Install, configure, and manage routers, firewalls, and other network hardware.
 * Monitor network performance and proactively resolve issues before they affect staff.
 * Maintain strong cybersecurity, running regular audits and vulnerability assessments.
 * Administer key platforms including Apple Business Manager (device/MDM management), DrayTek ACS (router management), and Hikvision HikCentral (CCTV/access control).
 * Provide friendly, effective technical support to non-technical staff.
 * Keep current with networking technologies and best practice.
 * Travel between sites across Cornwall as needed.


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