Graduate IT Engineer: Networking & Infrastructure

Edinburgh Napier University; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

41 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Professional development

Job summary

Edinburgh Napier University is offering a great entry point into professional IT engineering within our Networks & Infrastructure team. This graduate role is based at Craiglockhart Campus and supports network services that underpin teaching, research and innovation.

You’ll work with experienced engineers, gain exposure to enterprise-scale technologies and pursue industry-recognised certifications. You’ll develop practical networking and infrastructure skills through mentor-led learning, hands-on

Qualifications

• Foundation in networking from studies, placements, internships or projects.
• Interest in enterprise networking and infrastructure technologies.
• Willingness to pursue industry certifications.

Responsibilities

• Respond to IT support requests within agreed service levels.
• Assist with operation and maintenance of the university's data network.
• Support routine operational activities including monitoring and security responsibilities.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to resolve technical issues.
• Contribute to performance monitoring and service improvements.

Skills

Enthusiasm for technology

Willingness to learn

Problem solving

Organisational/time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Continuous learning mindset

Education

Networking fundamentals background

Tools

Networking hardware knowledge

Data centre networking (Fibre Channel, NSX)

Firewalls and network security

DNS/DHCP/IPAM

Job description

Edinburgh Napier University is offering a great entry point into professional IT engineering within our Networks & Infrastructure team. This graduate role is based at Craiglockhart Campus and supports network services that underpin teaching, research and innovation.

You’ll work with experienced engineers, gain exposure to enterprise-scale technologies and pursue industry-recognised certifications. You’ll develop practical networking and infrastructure skills through mentor-led learning, hands-on