Graduate Network Engineer

CV Screen; Chatham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A connectivity solutions provider near Maidstone seeks a Graduate Network Engineer. This position offers a salary of £27,000 plus excellent benefits, making it ideal for recent graduates looking to develop their careers in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include supporting network fault resolution, assisting with networking equipment setup, and maintaining network security. Key qualifications include a degree in a related field and a solid understanding of networking principles, including TCP/IP and routing. The role is in Chatham and easily commutable from surrounding areas.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Exposure to modern networking technologies

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, DNS, and VLANs.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support investigation and resolution of network faults.
• Assist setup and testing of networking equipment.
• Monitor network performance and contribute to improvements.
• Maintain network security tools and protocols.
• Carry out routine network maintenance.

Skills

Networking principles

TCP/IP

Routing

Switching

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Computer Science, IT, or related subject

Job description

Graduate Network Engineer

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Graduate Network Engineer to join a well-established connectivity solutions provider based near Maidstone. Offering a starting salary of £27,000 plus excellent benefits, this role is ideal for a graduate looking to build a career within a forward‑thinking organisation. The company has been operating for over a decade, supports major infrastructure and engineering projects across the UK, and continues to invest heavily in modern network technologies. This is a predominantly office‑based position, providing excellent hands‑on exposure to a wide range of networking environments.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Supporting the investigation and resolution of network faults across hardware, software, and connectivity.
• Assisting with the setup, configuration, and testing of networking equipment including switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless devices.
• Monitoring network performance and contributing to improvement initiatives.
• Helping to maintain network security tools and protocols such as VPNs and firewalls.
• Carrying out routine network maintenance including updates, patches, and documentation.

What Experience is Required

• A degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related subject (or equivalent experience).
• A solid foundation in networking principles such as TCP/IP, routing, switching, DNS, and VLANs.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to diagnose technical issues.

Salary & Benefits

A salary of £27,000 is on offer, along with an excellent benefits package that includes professional development opportunities and wide exposure to modern networking technologies.

Location

The role is based near Maidstone and is easily commutable from areas such as Tonbridge, Sevenoaks, Chatham, Gillingham, Medway, Aylesford, and Sittingbourne.

How to apply

Please apply by sending your CV in strict confidence to Kate Morgan at CV Screen.

Alternate Job Titles

• Graduate Network Technician
• Junior Network Engineer
• Trainee Network Engineer
• Network Support Engineer