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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Infrastructure Engineer - **Company:** Airbus S.A.S. - **Location:** Newport, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Border Gateway Protocol, Data Centers, Disaster Recovery, Cryptographic Protocols, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Network Security, Network Architecture, Routing, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Routers, Load Balancing, Computer Network Technologies, Reliability of Systems, Firewalls (Computer Science), Integration Tests, Information Technology, Cisco - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://ag.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Airbus/job/Newport/Network-Engineer---Architect_JR10421460 ## About the Role * Background in IT/Telecommunications with experience in Data Centre Network Technologies (BGP, OSPF and routing protocols, QoS, Routers communities, VRFs, IP Management) * Experience in Cisco devices alongside network and security management platforms (ACI, Firewalls) * Experience with F5/Load Balancers * Experience in encryption alongside Network certifications (Encryption protocols: https, IPSEC... / Crypto boxes: Compumatica, Genua, Cisco manufacturers), This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth. ## Description * Inclusive Environment: Wellbeing room, Multi-faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity) Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight (#ZEROe) to cleaning up space, sustainability is at the heart of our purpose. So what's your next change? Join the international IT Network Products Team at Airbus Defence and Space and be part of re-thinking Digital Infrastructures - delivering the expertise, technology, and equipment to make it fly. We are transforming our operating model around multi-functional, agile teams to develop our digital capabilities, offering you an opportunity to grow your career in an innovative environment. Are you passionate about digital topics and interested in working in a diverse and international environment? Then join us as an Network Infrastructure Engineer & Architect As a Network Infrastructure Engineer & Architect, you will be responsible for technology development, integration testing, deployment, and product lifecycle management for Network Security Products. HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM * Maintain and manage changes during the lifecycle of Network Products, while improving efficiency, quality, and productivity. * Analyze console messages and diagnose system failures, taking corrective action to ensure continuity of operations and escalating to technical teams or vendors as needed. * Supervise system backups and lead disaster recovery tests, implementing technologies and processes that improve reliability, efficiency, and availability. * Ensure operational continuity and system reliability by managing ITIL support processes, diagnosing failures, and executing backup/disaster recovery protocols. * Manage the full product lifecycle, including all economic aspects such as budget planning. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [A Technical Introduction to Bitcoin's 2nd Layer- The Lightning Network](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/15-a-technical-introduction-to-bitcoin-s-2nd-layer-the-lightning-network) ## Related Articles - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Best Companies in the Netherlands: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/193-best-companies-in-the-netherlands-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Basic And Advanced Networking in Dart and Flutter](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/112-basic-and-advanced-networking-in-dart-and-flutter)