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# Network & Security Engineer

- **Company:** Stats Perform
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1X, Amazon Web Services, Bash Shell, Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, System Configuration, Data Centers, Network Topologies, Internet Group Management Protocols, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Multicasting, Network Diagrams, Network Monitoring, Routing, Packet Analyzer, Cisco Nexus Switches, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Remote Access Technology, Ansible, Software Deployment, Traffic Analysis, Zabbix, Scripting, Network Access Control, Load Balancing, Computer Network Operations, Firewalls (Computer Science), Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Git, SolarWinds (Software), Fortinet, Routing & Switching, Terraform, Open Network Automation Platform, Software Version Control, Api Management, Big Ip
- **Published:** October 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=801507d8743d6182

## About the Role

* Routing & Switching: Solid hands-on experience with routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, PBR, VRF) and switching architectures (VPC, STP, 802.1Q). Strong proficiency with Cisco Nexus switches.
 * Multicast: Solid understanding and operational experience with Multicast protocols (PIM, IGMP).
 * Network Security & VPNs: Hands-on experience configuring and managing Fortinet (FortiGate) firewalls and enterprise VPN technologies (IPsec site-to-site, remote access).
 * Load Balancing / ADC: Practical hands-on experience with Application Delivery Controllers such as F5 BIG-IP, A10 Networks, or Radware Alteon.
 * Automation & Version Control: Experience working with automation frameworks (Ansible, Terraform) and version control (Git).
 * Monitoring & Diagnostics: Proven troubleshooting capabilities, including packet capture and traffic analysis. Experience with Network Monitoring Systems (NMS) such as Zabbix or SolarWinds, * Growth Mindset & Learning Drive: Strong desire to learn, acquire new technical competencies, and grow professionally within the role.
 * Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate technical details clearly.
 * Work Ethic: Self-managing, proactive, and a committed team player.
 * Process Orientation: Familiarity with ITIL service management processes (incident, change, and problem management).
 * Operational Flexibility: Availability to participate in an on-call rotation.
 * Travel: Willingness to travel abroad sporadically if business needs arise.
 * Cloud Networking: Experience in public cloud environments (e.g. AWS).
 * Scripting: Practical scripting skills in Python or Bash for task automation and API integrations.
 * Network Access Control (NAC): Experience with enterprise NAC solutions (e.g., HPE Aruba ClearPass or 802.1X policy frameworks).

## Description

We are looking for a motivated and hands-on Network & Security Engineer to join our network team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting day-to-day network operations (BAU) as well as executing device implementations, rollouts, and maintenance across our enterprise and data center environments. Working in close collaboration with senior engineers, you will contribute to technical designs, maintain perimeter security and traffic management, and assist with network automation initiatives.

 * Technical Design & Documentation: Collaborate with more senior engineers to analyze technical requirements; contribute to design discussions and produce detailed Low-Level Designs (LLDs), network diagrams, and standard technical documentation.
 * Continuous Improvement & Business Continuity: Review existing network topologies continuously, identify single points of failure, and design and integrate resilient solutions upon business approval.
 * Implementations & Operations: Deliver end-to-end hands-on execution across the full network lifecycle-from day-to-day BAU operational support, configuration changes, and maintenance to hardware provisioning, rack-and-stack, commissioning, and migrations, both remotely and on-site at local offices and data center facilities.
 * Automation: Contribute to and maintain the team's network automation and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) frameworks.
 * Incident & Problem Management: Provide tier-3 troubleshooting and packet analysis for critical issues; participate in the team's on-call rota adhering to ITIL standards.
 * Team Collaboration: Work closely with engineering peers, systems administrators, and business stakeholders.