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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - DV Cleared - **Company:** Additional Resources - **Location:** Cheltenham, UK - **Salary:** £78,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Proxmox, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, Computer Networks, Data Centers, Domain Name System (DNS), Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, VMware ESX Servers, Hyper-V, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Multi-protocol Systems, Python (Programming Language), Kernel-Based Virtual Machine, Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Networking Basics, Network Diagrams, Network Planning and Design, Network Monitoring, Routing, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Paessler Router Traffic Grapher, Ansible, TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Networks, Virtualization Technology, Wireless Networks, Zabbix, Computer Network Technologies, Firewalls (Computer Science), Juniper, Information Technology, SDN Network, SolarWinds (Software), Fortinet, Routing & Switching, Terraform, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://itjobpro.co.uk/job/network-engineer-dv-cleared-2 ## About the Role Previously worked as a Network Engineer or in a similar role. Valid DV clearance. Knowledge of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, Routing & switching, VLANs, DNS & DHC and Network troubleshooting methodologies. Background in supporting enterprise network environments. Familiarity with one or more networking technologies or vendors, such as Cisco, Juniper, Arista, HPE or Fortinet. Understanding of network security principles and good practice.Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Desirable: Experience with routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, or MPLS, firewall technologies and VPN solutions. Understanding of wireless networking technologies. Background with virtualisation platforms such as VMware ESXi, Hyper-V, KVM, or Proxmox. Knowledge of cloud networking concepts across AWS, Azure or hybrid environments. Familiarity with network automation tools such as Ansible, Python, Terraform or similar technologies. Experience working with network monitoring and management platforms such as SolarWinds, Zabbix, PRTG, LibreNMS or equivalent. Knowledge of Software Defined Networking (SDN) and modern data centre networking technologies. ## Description As a Network Engineer, you will help maintain and improve enterprise network infrastructure, supporting reliable, secure and high-performing IT services. This full-time role offers salary up to £78,000 and benefits. Note: Valid DV clearance is essential for this role. You will be responsible for: Supporting network security measures, including firewalls, VPNs, access controls and secure connectivity. Keeping network diagrams, technical documentation and operational procedures up to date. Contributing to capacity planning, performance improvements and network resilience. Supporting virtualised and software-defined networking environments. Assisting with automation and Infrastructure as Code activities where appropriate. For more experienced engineers, taking ownership of technical workstreams, supporting junior colleagues and contributing to network design decisions. Travelling to company premises or other locations when required. 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