Senior Network Engineer

Commercial Services Group; West Malling; Hybrid; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job description

Role: Senior Network Engineer

Salary: £36,000

Location: Kings Hill/Hybrid

Why Join Cantium?

Cantium Business Solutions is a dynamic and innovative company, committed to providing high-quality back-office services to our customers. With a strong focus on customer-centric solutions, we are continually growing and evolving to meet the needs of our clients. We operate in an exciting and fast-paced environment where new ideas are encouraged, and employees are empowered to make a difference. As part of the Connectivity Services team, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of our network and security infrastructure services.

What You'll Bring:

1. Extensive experience in managing and configuring network and security infrastructure, including Cisco switches and routers, Firewalls (CheckPoint, Palo Alto), VPNs, and Wireless Lan infrastructure (Meraki / Cisco WLC and AP's).
2. Expertise in cloud networks, particularly Azure, with hands-on experience supporting and configuring cloud-based infrastructure.
3. Strong skills in using network management tools (e.g., SolarWinds) for performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and reporting.
4. Proven experience in mentoring and coaching junior engineers, with a focus on team development and continuous improvement.
5. A proactive approach to identifying and resolving network and security issues, ensuring systems are compliant with best practices and industry standards.
6. Ability to plan and execute large-scale technical changes.

What You'll Achieve:

1. Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of critical network and security infrastructure for Cantium and our customers.
2. Take ownership of complex network incidents and requests, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption to services.
3. Mentor and support less experienced team members, sharing knowledge and expertise to help them develop their skills.
4. Contribute to the ongoing improvement of processes and systems, ensuring the network always operates efficiently and securely.
5. Work closely with customers and internal stakeholders to provide technical guidance, ensuring network solutions meet business needs.
6. Proactively identify and manage potential risks, ensuring compliance with security regulations and best practices.

What We Offer:

1. 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays
2. An additional day off for your birthday to celebrate as you wish
3. Access to a generous discount scheme, including retail and gym memberships
4. Life assurance coverage
5. Health cash plan initiative
6. Company-wide events and activities

What We Require:

1. Industry-standard network/security/Azure network qualifications or equivalent experience in a similar role.
2. Proven experience in supporting and configuring network and security infrastructure, e.g., Cisco switches and routers, Firewalls (CheckPoint, Palo Alto), VPNs, and Wireless Lan infrastructure (Meraki / Cisco WLC and AP's).
3. Hands-on experience with security infrastructure (e.g., Firewalls, VPNs, SSL Certificates).
4. Experience using monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds).
5. Experience working with cloud networks (Azure).
6. Excellent communication (written + verbal) and problem-solving skills, with a customer-focused mindset.
7. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.