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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - **Company:** Inspired Thinking Group Limited - **Location:** Birmingham, UK (Remote available) - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Wireless LAN, Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Cisco IOS, Cloud Computing, Computer Networks, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Subnetting, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Windows Servers, Wireless Security, Routing, Packet Analyzer, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Windows PowerShell, Remote Access Technology, Zero Trust Network Access, Virtual Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, Network Switches, Cloud-native Network Functions (CNF), Scripting, Transport Layer Security, Google Cloud, Computer Network Operations, Juniper, SolarWinds (Software), Hardware Infrastructure, Firewall Services Module, Terraform, Cisco - **Published:** June 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.co.uk/jobad/gb1bf51c4cbc6e542527e598d349166d8a ## About the Role * Hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, Netskope SASE, UniFi/Ubiquiti, and HPE networking/appliances. * Strong knowledge of LAN/WAN, routing (OSPF/BGP), switching (VLANs, STP), VPNs (IPsec/SSL), SD-WAN, wireless security. * Experience with Windows Server 2012+, Azure networking (VNets, NSGs, UDRs, ExpressRoute/VPN), and GCP networking (VPCs, Firewall rules). * Proficient in automation (Terraform, PowerShell/Python) and troubleshooting using packet capture tools. * Clear documentation skills and familiarity with ITIL processes. Desirable Qualifications & Knowledge * Certifications: CCNA/CCNP, JNCIA/JNCIS, Netskope SASE exposure, Azure Network (AZ-104) Engineer Associate, Google Professional Cloud Network Engineer. * Experience with NAC, firewalling, scripting, SolarWinds Observability, and compliance frameworks. Personal Attributes * Analytical, methodical, and calm under pressure. * Strong stakeholder communication; able to translate technical topics into business impact. * Ownership mindset with a focus on reliability, security, and continuous improvement. ## Description We're seeking a hands-on Network Engineer to support and evolve our hybrid network environment across on-premises and public cloud (Azure and Google Cloud Platform). You'll be responsible for day-to-day operations, lifecycle management, and project delivery for routing, switching, security, wireless, and edge services-across Cisco, Netskope SASE, Juniper, UniFi, and HPE platforms., * Network Operations & Support: Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve incidents across LAN/WAN, WLAN, VPN, SD-WAN, and internet edge. * On-Prem Infrastructure (Windows Server 2016 and above): Support core services (AD DS, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, NPS/RADIUS). * Cloud Networking (Azure & GCP): Design, implement, and maintain Azure VNets, Subnets, NSGs, UDRs, Private Endpoints, VPN/ExpressRoute and GCP VPCs, Firewall rules, Cloud VPN/Interconnect. * Secure Access & Edge: Operate and optimise Netskope SASE (SWG/CASB/ZTNA/DLP) policies and remote access solutions. * Wireless & Campus: Deploy and support UniFi/Ubiquiti wireless and switching; manage HPE/Aruba campus networking. * Vendor Platforms: Cisco IOS/IOS-XE/NX-OS and Juniper SRX/EX platforms. * Automation & Tooling: Use Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform) and scripting (PowerShell/Python). * Governance & Compliance: Apply ITIL change/incident/problem practices and embed security best practice. ## 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) - [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) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [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) - [A Technical Introduction to Bitcoin's 2nd Layer- The Lightning Network](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/15-a-technical-introduction-to-bitcoin-s-2nd-layer-the-lightning-network) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Top Characteristics of a Software Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/166-top-characteristics-of-a-software-engineer)