ICT Infrastructure Security Specialist (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

JR United Kingdom; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an ICT Infrastructure Security Specialist to join their dynamic Engineering Team. This hybrid role involves designing and supporting critical network and security solutions, ensuring the integrity and performance of enterprise systems. You'll collaborate with technical experts to innovate and enhance infrastructure, while managing vendor relationships and addressing network incidents. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion, and offers a supportive environment for professional growth. If you're passionate about technology and ready to make an impact, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Car Allowance

34 days holiday

Company pension scheme

Occupational health support

Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants and Shopping

Qualifications

• Experience in designing, managing, or supporting enterprise networks.
• CCNP certification required with a focus on security and infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Design and support network and security solutions within the Telent group.
• Maintain security posture and manage vendor contracts.

Skills

CCNP Security

Network Incident Management

Communication Skills

Enterprise Network Design

Technical Support

Education

CCNP Certification

Tools

Cisco Umbrella

ISE (Identity Services Engine)

Cisco SD-WAN

Cisco ThousandEyes

Cisco Catalyst

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ICT Infrastructure Security Specialist (Previous Relevant Experience is Required), Warwickshire

Client:

Telent

Location:

Warwickshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

6

Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

Job Description:

Network and Security Engineer Warwick, Warwickshire, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

When you join our Engineering Team at Telent, you'll be empowered to innovate and drive common solutions, working closely with technical experts who are proud of the impact their work makes. Come join a high-performing team doing complex and critical work. Help build and keep the nation's critical infrastructure connected and protected 24/7.

Reporting into the Head of Infrastructure Operations, the Network and Security Engineer is key to supporting Telent’s transformational programmes and continual service improvement, providing design, implementation and support of business-critical systems across the Telent ICT estate. This is a hybrid working role, with a requirement to attend a Telent office as and when required.

What You’ll Do:

• Act as a design authority for Telent’s Corporate Enterprise network, where you will produce, peer-review, and maintain high-level and low-level technical documentation and network schematics.
• Design, deploy and support network and security solutions within the Telent group, utilising Cisco platforms such as Software-Defined Access (SDA) and SD-WAN.
• Provide technical support to the business, and resolve network related incidents in a timely manner.
• Maintain the security posture of Telent’s network infrastructure through the use of centralised authentication (ISE), Cisco Umbrella, and FTD/ASA firewalls.
• Perform BAU activities such as software upgrades and certificate management.
• Utilise monitoring platforms such as Cisco ThousandEyes and Catalyst Centre.
• Oversee relationships with third parties who provide network support to Telent’s enterprise network.
• Manage vendor contracts and licenses to ensure all enterprise infrastructure is maintained and supported.
• Support the delivery of Security Architectures/Strategies as part of a broader Enterprise and IS/IT Architecture.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and deliver proof-of-value environments to support business needs.
• Identify and mitigate technology and service risks.
• Participate in a 24x7 on-call support rota (one week per month).

Who You Are:

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can demonstrate their experience of designing, managing or supporting enterprise networks. If you have a CCNP certification and a passion for technology, we encourage you to apply.

Key Requirements:

• CCNP Security or CCNP Enterprise Infrastructure certification.
• Experience of working with enterprise security technologies, such as centralized authentication (ISE), 802.1x, VPNs, and firewall/certificate management.
• Experience with Cisco Wireless LAN Solutions.
• Familiar with Software Defined technologies such as SD-WAN and Software Defined Access.
• Awareness of current trends and developments in information technology.
• Ability to own and manage network related incidents, and communicate effectively with other business stakeholders during outages.
• A full UK driving license and availability for on-call support one week per month.

What we offer:

A career at Telent can span many sectors, roles, technologies and clients giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills and make an impact. We are growing and we rely on our committed Team to deliver.

We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our on-going commitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values difference, that celebrates diverse ideas. We want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work.

The additional benefits with this role:

• Car Allowance.
• 34 days holiday, including public holidays, plus the option to buy or sell days annually OR 26 days holiday, plus public holidays, and the option to buy or sell days annually.
• Company pension scheme.
• A range of family friendly policies.
• Occupational health support and wellbeing Portal.
• Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants and Shopping with Telent Reward scheme.

Learn more about Telent:

We’re passionate about creating an environment that champions diversity and inclusion, where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves and empowered to reach their full potential. People are at the heart of our business, and we believe that our teams should reflect the diverse experiences and backgrounds of the communities we support.

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About Us

About Telent Telent is a leading technology company and specialist in the design, build, support and maintenance, drawing on decades of experience in mission critical communications and technology of the UK’s critical digital infrastructure. The work we do helps connect thousands of people and communities, using the best technology and innovation available. When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact on all our futures by fulfilling your potential and delivering high performance. We work together to make everyday life work better for everyone. You’ll be part of a team of more than 3,000 brilliant, dedicated people committed to getting the job done well.

Brilliance brought together.

We are guided by our values and behaviours:

• Be Inclusive
• Take Responsibility
• Collaborate
• Be Customer-focused