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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Networking and Infrastructure Engineer - 6 month FTC - **Company:** Hitachi, Ltd - **Location:** Newton Aycliffe, UK - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** IEEE 802.1X, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Internet Protocol, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Windows Servers, Network Architecture, Routing, Network Service, Wireless Access Point, Wireless Networks, Wireless LAN Controllers, Computer Networking Systems, Identity Services Engine, Network Access Control, Computer Network Technologies, Operational Systems, Fortinet, Firewall Services Module, Cisco, Vmware - **Published:** September 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2859576007-it-networking-and-infrastructure-engineer-6-month-ftc ## About the Role We're looking for a networking specialist who combines strong technical knowledge with excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. You'll be able to demonstrate, * Proven experience supporting enterprise networking environments within a large, multi-site organisation. * Strong knowledge of IP networking, routing, switching and network security. * Significant experience with Cisco networking technologies, including switches, wireless access points and wireless LAN controllers. * Strong experience of Cisco Network Access Control (802.1X) and Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE). * Experience supporting and administering Fortigate firewalls. * Understanding of cybersecurity principles and network hardening practices. * Experience supporting networking incidents, problems and change activities. * Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. * Willingness to travel occasionally to other company locations as required., * CCNA certification. * Experience with Zscaler ZIA and ZPA solutions. * Knowledge of operational technology (OT) and IoT network environments. * Exposure to Windows Server administration and VMware technologies. * Understanding of modern endpoint security and infrastructure management tools. ## Description An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Networking & Infrastructure Engineer (6-Month Fixed Term Contract) to join our UK Infrastructure team, based at our Newton Aycliffe manufacturing facility. We're looking for an experienced networking professional who can quickly add value, bringing strong Cisco ISE and Network Access Control (NAC) expertise to support the successful delivery of a key business-critical project. Working as part of a skilled Infrastructure team, you'll play a leading role in supporting, maintaining and enhancing our network environment, with a particular focus on a major Cisco ISE implementation project. You'll help ensure secure, reliable and high-performing network services across multiple UK locations while contributing to wider network modernisation initiatives. This role is ideal for a networking specialist with strong experience in enterprise networking, security and access control technologies who enjoys working in a project-focused environment and collaborating with stakeholders across the business. Some key responsibilities * Support and maintain enterprise networking services across the organisation. * Lead and contribute to network infrastructure and security projects, with a particular focus on Cisco ISE and Network Access Control. * Support Cisco switching, wireless networks, wireless LAN controllers and associated networking technologies. * Administer and support Fortigate firewalls, including firewall policies, VPNs and DMZ environments. * Ensure network infrastructure remains secure through patching, upgrades, hardening activities and cyber security compliance initiatives. * Investigate and resolve networking incidents, problems and service requests in line with ITIL principles. * Support change management activities relating to networking infrastructure. * Work collaboratively with internal teams, external partners and third-party suppliers to deliver reliable business services. * Provide technical expertise for multi-site network environments and support deployment activities across UK locations. * Contribute to the ongoing improvement of network performance, resilience and operational effectiveness. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Small, Secure, Interconnected: The next Internet Protocol](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100062-small-secure-interconnected-the-next-internet-protocol) - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) ## Related Articles - [IT Salaries in UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/288-it-salaries-in-uk) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Finding IT & Technology English-speaking Jobs in Germany ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/446-finding-it-technology-english-speaking-jobs-in-germany) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs)