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# Network Field Engineer (LAN)

- **Company:** Lorien
- **Location:** Midlothian, UK
- **Salary:** £104,000.0
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Applicant Tracking Systems, Catalyst (Software), Networking Hardware, Network Layer, Network Architecture, SolarWinds (Software), Cisco Switches, Cisco
- **Published:** June 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://computerjobs.com/gb/en/mob/job/3869CFB451D397C3BF

## About the Role

* Strong experience working with Cisco switching (Layer 2 & Layer 3)
 * Hands-on experience delivering LAN/network infrastructure upgrades
 * Solid understanding of structured cabling and comms room environments
 * Experience working with network power systems (UPS, PDU, ATS)
 * Proven ability to test and troubleshoot network infrastructure
 * Strong documentation and organisational skills
 * Ability to manage multiple site-based activities and work with stakeholders
 * Experience working in public sector or regulated environments is beneficial

## Description

Network Field Engineer (LAN) - Up to £400 per day Outside IR35 - 12 Month Contract - Edinburgh

One of Lorien's key public sector clients is looking for a Network Field Engineer (LAN) to join their team on an initial 12-month contract (Possible 12 month extension)

PLEASE NOTE - TRAVEL AROUND SCOTLAND WITH OWN VEHICLE IS REQUIRED

Key Responsibilities:

 * Managing and supporting LAN replacement and upgrade activity across multiple sites
 * Working closely with IT teams, contractors and operational stakeholders across Scotland
 * Installing, configuring and supporting Cisco Switches (Layer 2 & Layer 3)
 * Supporting work within comms rooms and cabinets including structured cabling
 * Managing and validating power systems including UPS, PDU and ATS
 * Testing cabling, Switches and associated infrastructure
 * Identifying and documenting existing network equipment within complex environments
 * Maintaining accurate records of installations, testing and deployed infrastructure
 * Ensuring all devices are added to operational management systems (eg SolarWinds, Catalyst Centre, ThousandEyes)
 * Working with 3rd parties to identify issues and produce snagging lists

Key Skills & Experience:

 * Strong experience working with Cisco switching (Layer 2 & Layer 3)
 * Hands-on experience delivering LAN/network infrastructure upgrades
 * Solid understanding of structured cabling and comms room environments
 * Experience working with network power systems (UPS, PDU, ATS)
 * Proven ability to test and troubleshoot network infrastructure
 * Strong documentation and organisational skills
 * Ability to manage multiple site-based activities and work with stakeholders
 * Experience working in public sector or regulated environments is beneficial

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.


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