Network Engineer

Adecco

Bradford, UK

28 days ago

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Role details

Contract type

Temporary contract

Employment type

Full-time (> 32 hours)

Experience level

Expert

Experience required

3 years minimum

Compensation

£130,000.0

Working hours

Regular working hours

Job source

www.adecco.com

Tech stack

Apple Push Notification Service Border Gateway Protocol VoIP Catalyst (Software) System Configuration Data Centers Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Network Address Translation Domain Name System (DNS) Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC) IP Address Management Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

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Local Area Networks Routing Cisco Nexus Switches Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) Public Key Infrastructure Public Switched Telephone Networks Remote Access Technology TCP/IP Virtual Local Area Networks Wide Area Networks Wireless Access Point Wireless LAN Controllers Wi-Fi Technology SSL Certificate Management Computer Networking Systems Load Balancing Information Technology Firepower Cisco

Job description

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Engineer to join a dedicated team of network specialists within the Public Services sector. This role is pivotal in supporting a diverse range of infrastructure technologies, ensuring seamless connectivity in West Yorkshire., * Provide expert support for various network infrastructures, including Cisco’s Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI), Nexus and Catalyst switches, ASA and Firepower firewalls, and Wireless LAN Controllers (WLC).

Manage access points (APs), Cisco/Checkpoint firewalls, load balancers, and reverse proxies, as well as IP Address Management appliances.
Oversee voice systems including PSTN and Teams Telephony, ensuring robust communication channels.
Ensure reliable connectivity across multiple data centres, both on-premises and in the cloud, while managing Wide Area Networks (WANs), Local Area Networks (LANs), corporate Wi-Fi, public and private APNs, and VPNs (remote access and site-to-site).
Collaborate on local, regional, and national projects to deliver effective IT systems and services to support public safety initiatives.

Requirements

Cisco CCNP certification or equivalent is ideal, with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role within the public sector or police environment.
Proficiency in configuring and managing Cisco and Checkpoint firewall rule bases, access lists, and network address translation (NAT and PAT).
Strong understanding of TCP/IP and UDP protocols, as well as BGP and OSPF routing protocols, policy-based routing, DNS, DHCP, trunk ports, port channels, VLANs, STP, and VOIP technologies (SIP, SBCs, ATAs, etc.).
Familiarity with security protocols such as IPSec, PKI, and certificate management.
Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
A methodical and logical approach to problem-solving, paired with strong analytical skills and self-motivation.
Ability to take ownership of projects and lead initiatives effectively.
Experience with Cisco Wi-Fi solutions, particularly the Cisco 9800 Wireless LAN Controllers, Cisco APs, guest access configurations, anchor controllers, mobility groups, and Cisco PoE switches.
Previous involvement in Wi-Fi projects is a plus.