3rd Line Network Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Watford; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT service provider is seeking a skilled 3rd Line Network Engineer for a fully remote role. This position involves troubleshooting complex network issues and configuring Fortigate Firewalls. Ideal candidates are proactive, detail-oriented, and possess strong communications skills, with a passion for delivering secure networking solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience with Fortigate Firewalls and enterprise networking.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF protocols.
• Certifications like Fortinet NSE 4 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the final escalation point for network issues.
• Design and support secure network solutions.
• Monitor network performance and maintain reliability.

Skills

Network Troubleshooting

Security Solutions

Configuration Management

Documentation

Communication

Tools

Fortigate Firewalls

Networking protocols

VMware

Hyper-V

Cloud Networking

Network Monitoring Tools

Job description

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Client:

Experis UK

Location:

watford, hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Fully remote but preference for candidates to be based in Bristol or surrounding areas. Candidates must be based in the UK.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive 3rd Line Network Engineer to join an MSP client who are growing their IT infrastructure team.

This is a fully remote position, ideal for a self-motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering robust and secure network solutions.

As a 3rd Line Engineer, you will be the escalation point for complex network issues, playing a critical role in maintaining and enhancing our clients' network infrastructure. Experience with Fortigate Firewalls is essential you will be expected to configure, manage, and troubleshoot Fortinet solutions with confidence.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the final point of escalation for network-related incidents and problems.
• Design, implement, and support secure network solutions across multiple environments.
• Configure and maintain Fortigate Firewalls (FortiOS), including VPNs, policies, and UTM features.
• Monitor network performance and ensure system availability and reliability.
• Participate in on-call support rota to provide 24/7 coverage for critical issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to resolve complex issues.
• Document network configurations, changes, and procedures.
• Proven experience with Fortigate Firewalls (FortiManager/FortiAnalyzer a plus).
• Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, etc.).
• Experience with enterprise switching and routing (Cisco, HP, or similar).
• VMware / Hyper-V
• Familiarity with network monitoring tools (e.g., PRTG, SolarWinds, Zabbix).
• Modern Workplace environments Windows 10/11
• Windows Server 2016 onwards
• Experience with cloud networking (Azure, AWS, or GCP) is advantageous.
• ITIL
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Strong documentation and communication abilities.

Desirable Certifications

• Fortinet NSE 4 or higher (strongly preferred)