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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - **Company:** Nhs View All Jobs - **Location:** London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £66,274.0 - £73,496.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Intrusion Detection Systems, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Project, Network Architecture, Routing, Cisco Nexus Switches, Windows PowerShell, PRINCE2, Remote Access Technology, Systems Integration, Wide Area Networks, Zabbix, Enterprise Data Management, Wi-Fi Technology, Network Routers, Scripting, Firewalls (Computer Science), SolarWinds (Software), Fortinet, Cisco, Service Stack - **Published:** September 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.co.uk/job/gb1a4fd1750c61d792d6bdb173c6940a87/eaa ## About the Role The Senior Network Engineer will be part of a team responsible for the operational management of corporate and primary care networks spanning multiple on premises datacentres as well as many sites across the NHS North East London ICB region. This role is a highly skilled technical role, requiring strong troubleshooting skills and an eye for detail. The role requires experience with various technologies and tools such as Cisco ACI, Cisco routing and switching, FortiManager, FortiAnalyser, FortiAuthenicator, FortiNac, FortiAPs, FortiSwitches, SD-Wan, Layer2/3 routing and switching, Netbox, IPAM, Solarwinds, Zabbix, LogicMonitor, PowerShell, Python, Azure networking. This role is a senior role, as such mentoring of junior employees is required, as well as communication of complex technical tasks to non-technical colleagues and customers. Occasional requirement to provide team leadership when line management is on leave, as well as leadership in ITIL processes such as Change Management, Major Incident Management and Problem management., Education / Qualifications Essential * Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level qualification or significant experience of working at a similar level in specialist area * Cisco / Fortinet Routing and Switching Certification (CCNP / NSE4) Desirable * Post-graduate degree or equivalent * Cisco / Fortinet Security Certification * ITILv3 or newer Foundation Experience Essential * Experience in Operational Management of Cisco and Fortinet Network Infrastructure * Significant Experience in Cisco and Fortinet Hardware and Technology Stack * Experience with enterprise Firewalls as part of an SDWAN * Experience with Cisco ACI Hardware and Technology Stack * Significant experience supporting and managing a network infrastructure in an enterprise environment. * Significant Experience in providing specialist, professional technical support and guidance to peers and colleagues. * Complex Configuration, administration, planning, design, implementation and management of Network Infrastructure & Security i.e.: Routers, Firewalls (inc IPS, IDS), Switches, Wi-Fi, NAC WAN, SDWAN, Accelerations, Remote Access solutions, Licensing. * Experience with integrating on-prem networks with Azure * Experience managing a corporate data center and associated technologies * Experience of co-ordinating projects in complex and challenging environments * Experience of managing risks and reporting Desirable * Understanding of the public sector * Experience in a healthcare environment Knowledge Essential * Powershell / Python Scripting * Extensive knowledge of Azure networking services * Extensive knowledge of Fortinet technologies Desirable * Evidence of continued professional development * Knowledge of project principles, techniques and tools, such as Prince 2 Foundation and Microsoft Project * Significant experience of Cisco ACI technologies Person Specification Education / Qualifications Essential * Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level qualification or significant experience of working at a similar level in specialist area * Cisco / Fortinet Routing and Switching Certification (CCNP / NSE4) Desirable * Post-graduate degree or equivalent * Cisco / Fortinet Security Certification * ITILv3 or newer Foundation Experience Essential * Experience in Operational Management of Cisco and Fortinet Network Infrastructure * Significant Experience in Cisco and Fortinet Hardware and Technology Stack * Experience with enterprise Firewalls as part of an SDWAN * Experience with Cisco ACI Hardware and Technology Stack * Significant experience supporting and managing a network infrastructure in an enterprise environment. * Significant Experience in providing specialist, professional technical support and guidance to peers and colleagues. * Complex Configuration, administration, planning, design, implementation and management of Network Infrastructure & Security i.e.: Routers, Firewalls (inc IPS, IDS), Switches, Wi-Fi, NAC WAN, SDWAN, Accelerations, Remote Access solutions, Licensing. * Experience with integrating on-prem networks with Azure * Experience managing a corporate data center and associated technologies * Experience of co-ordinating projects in complex and challenging environments * Experience of managing risks and reporting Desirable * Understanding of the public sector * Experience in a healthcare environment Knowledge Essential * Powershell / Python Scripting * Extensive knowledge of Azure networking services * Extensive knowledge of Fortinet technologies Desirable * Evidence of continued professional development * Knowledge of project principles, techniques and tools, such as Prince 2 Foundation and Microsoft Project * Significant experience of Cisco ACI technologies ## Description o The postholder will be required to maintain constructive relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders at all levels including corporate ICB colleagues, ICT peers and direct reports, partners, supplierso Participate in relevant internal and external working groups/projects, services and initiatives to provide, information and analytical advice and expertise.o To liaise with other managers to share best practice.o Developed communication skills for delivering key messages to a range of stakeholders both internal and external (including outside the NHS) to the organisation, some at very senior levelo Good presentational skills for conveying complex conceptso Ability to use informed persuasion to influence others, **** For further details, please refer to the attached job description and person specification **** Job description ## Related Videos - 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