Global Enterprise Network Engineer — Hybrid Role

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation; Blantyre; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Network Engineer to design, deploy and support global enterprise networks across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments, collaborating with architecture, security and cloud teams to deliver scalable, secure, high-performing connectivity in line with regulatory frameworks.

This hybrid role requires 2 days per week in the Glasgow Cognizant office, with emphasis on multi-site networks, cloud integration, and ongoing professional development in security and networking

Qualifications

• Strong experience managing enterprise networks across LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, and cloud environments.
• Hands-on Cisco Catalyst 9000 series switching experience.
• Experience with Palo Alto firewalls and Panorama.
• Proven network automation experience using Ansible.
• Solid understanding of GDPR, Cyber Essentials, and NIST SP 800-171.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain global network infrastructure (WAN, LAN, SD-WAN, wireless, and VPN).
• Configure and standardize enterprise network components (routers, switches, firewalls, VPN).
• Support multi-site connectivity across offices, remote locations, and users.
• Implement and optimize QoS and enforce network security controls.

Skills

LAN/WAN

SD-WAN

Cisco 9000

Palo Alto

Ansible

Security frameworks

Cloud networking

Zabbix/Wireshark

CCNP

Multi-site networks

Job description

Cognizant is seeking a Network Engineer to design, deploy and support global enterprise networks across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments, collaborating with architecture, security and cloud teams to deliver scalable, secure, high-performing connectivity in line with regulatory frameworks.

This hybrid role requires 2 days per week in the Glasgow Cognizant office, with emphasis on multi-site networks, cloud integration, and ongoing professional development in security and networking