Network Engineer

Join a leading organisation delivering critical technology solutions within the defence sector. As a Network Engineer, you’ll play a key role in supporting secure, high-performance network infrastructure across a range of complex projects, helping to keep essential communications and systems running smoothly., * Support and maintain secure network infrastructure across multiple technical projects.

• Investigate, troubleshoot and resolve network and systems issues to minimise downtime.
• Configure, implement and support new network solutions and technologies.
• Work closely with technical teams and project managers to deliver high-quality project outcomes.
• Maintain and improve network performance, reliability and security.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, technical documentation and best practice.
• Share knowledge with colleagues and provide practical solutions to technical challenges.
• Ensure work is delivered within a structured, ITIL-based environment.

• Previous experience working as a Network Engineer within a professional IT environment.
• Strong networking knowledge, including routing, switching and network troubleshooting.
• Experience supporting Juniper SRX environments, including VPNs, VLANs and cyber patching.
• Familiarity with virtualised infrastructure, particularly VMware ESXi.
• Understanding of Microsoft, Windows and Linux environments.
• Ability to investigate complex technical issues and deliver effective solutions.
• Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent commercial IT experience.
• Eligible to obtain SC Security Clearance.

Package: Competitive salary + excellent benefits, * Generous annual leave, with the option to buy additional holiday.

• Health Cash Plan, Private Medical and Dental Insurance options.
• Access to a wide range of employee discounts and lifestyle benefits.
• Opportunities to support charities and local community initiatives through volunteering.
• Collaborative, supportive environment with genuine opportunities for learning and career development.
• Work on meaningful projects that support critical national infrastructure and advanced technology programmes.