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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Security Engineer - **Company:** Amtis Professional Ltd - **Location:** Birmingham, UK (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** £44,000.0 - £47,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, User Authentication, Configuration Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Routing, Identity Services Engine, Network Access Control, Firewalls (Computer Science), Fortinet, Firepower, Firewall Services Module, Cisco - **Published:** August 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5843030512 ## About the Role * We need someone with strong experience in Cisco network and security environments. * We need proven hands-on expertise with Cisco Firepower (FTD/FMC) and Cisco ISE, or an alternative vendor. * We need a solid understanding of network security principles, firewalls, VPNs, routing, and switching. * We need experience working in a project-based environment, leading or owning technical delivery. * We need excellent verbal and written communication skills. * We need the ability to work independently in a remote setting while collaborating effectively with distributed teams. * You must have full right to work in the UK and be willing to travel occasionally. * Fortinet/FortiGate firewall experience is desirable. * Knowledge of Cisco Stealthwatch and related Cisco security products is desirable. * Exposure to wider Cisco security technologies such as Secure Firewall, Secure Network Analytics, and Umbrella is desirable. * Relevant industry certifications such as CCNP Security, CCNP Enterprise, or equivalent are desirable. ## Description * We lead the technical delivery of network and security projects from design through implementation and handover. * We act as the lead engineer on complex customer engagements, ensuring solutions are delivered on time and to a high standard. * We provide technical guidance and mentorship to other engineers involved in project delivery. * We collaborate closely with project managers, architects, and stakeholders to align technical outcomes with business objectives. * We implement and support enterprise-grade network and security solutions. * We deploy, configure, and troubleshoot Cisco Firepower firewalls, including policy configuration, VPNs, and threat protection. * We implement and maintain Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for network access control, authentication, and authorization. * We work with Cisco Stealthwatch and other Cisco security tools to provide visibility, monitoring, and threat detection. * We configure and support FortiGate firewalls where required, including firewall policies, VPNs, and security profiles. * We produce high-quality technical documentation, including designs, implementation guides, and handover documentation. * We serve as trusted technical advisors to customers, clearly explaining solutions and technical decisions. * We gather technical requirements and translate them into robust, secure network designs. * We participate in technical workshops, design reviews, and project update meetings. * We support occasional onsite work at customer locations in the UK and Europe. Technologies: * Cisco * Firewall * FortiGate * Support * Network * Security, We are offering a remote UK-based Security Solutions Engineer role with a salary of up to £47,000 plus bonus, flexible working, and all business travel expenses covered from home location. This is a 90% remote opportunity with periodic meetups and customer engagements, and it suits a current network engineer with 3-5 years experience who wants to grow into a cyber-focused architecture career. We provide access to professional development, training, and certification support, along with a supportive and collaborative team environment. 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