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# Network Engineer

- **Company:** Sanderson Recruitment Plc
- **Location:** Stoke-on-Trent, UK
- **Salary:** £100,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Cloud Computing, Complex Networks, Disaster Recovery, Networking Hardware, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Network Layer, Network Monitoring, Routing, Remote Access Technology, Zero Trust Network Access, Data Logging, Computer Networking Systems, System Availability, Fortinet, Cisco
- **Published:** August 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5836604663

## About the Role

* We are looking for an experienced Network Engineer with proven enterprise networking experience in complex environments.
 * We require strong Cisco networking expertise, including routing, switching, and wireless.
 * We require hands-on experience with Palo Alto and/or Fortinet firewalls.
 * We require experience with VPN technologies and secure remote access.
 * We need a solid understanding of network security principles, including segmentation, zero-trust principles, and high availability.
 * We require experience troubleshooting across multiple network layers.
 * We need familiarity with network monitoring and logging tools.
 * We prefer experience working within ITIL or other structured service environments.
 * We value strong documentation and communication skills.
 * Experience with Dell networking or infrastructure is desirable.
 * Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, PCNSE, or Fortinet NSE are desirable.
 * Experience in public sector or other secure environments is desirable.

## Description

* We design and deliver scalable, secure network infrastructure using Cisco technologies.
 * We implement and manage next-generation firewalls, including policy management, VPNs, and threat prevention.
 * We support and integrate Dell networking and infrastructure solutions.
 * We monitor network performance and security, proactively identifying and resolving issues.
 * We troubleshoot complex network and connectivity incidents across multiple layers.
 * We design secure architectures that incorporate segmentation, zero-trust principles, and high availability.
 * We manage and optimise site-to-site and remote access VPNs.
 * We maintain network documentation, standards, and procedures.
 * We support patching, upgrades, and lifecycle management of network devices.
 * We participate in change, incident, and problem management processes.
 * We support disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
 * We collaborate closely with infrastructure, cloud, and cybersecurity teams to support network strategy and transformation initiatives.

Technologies:

 * Cloud
 * Cisco
 * Support
 * ITIL
 * Network
 * Security
 * VPN


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