Industrial Network Systems Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Automation Engineering Consultancy Firm seeks an experienced Network Engineer to join their team in the UK. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity for technical progression, focusing on network management and providing critical infrastructure support across various sites. Candidates should possess substantial experience, relevant certifications like CCNA, and strong knowledge of network protocols.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Vehicle provided

Paid travel time

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' practical experience.
• In-depth knowledge of network protocols including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP.
• Experience with network security protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain networks, ensuring performance and security.
• Manage server systems for optimal performance and stability.
• Implement backup solutions to protect critical data.

Skills

Network Management

Server Management

Patch Management

Backup Solutions

Technical Support

Education

CISCO CCNA or equivalent

Tools

VMware

Microsoft Certification

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06.06.2025

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Job Description:

?Company | Automation Engineering Consultancy Firm

?Areas | Defence, Factory Automation, UK Critical Infrastructure

?Development | Progression and technical development

?Based | Sheffield office and various UK site work

?Offer | Up to £55k + over time + vehicle + private medical

Talentometry have partnered with an Industrial Automation Engineering Consultancy firm to expand their Industrial ICT team. Clients range from Defence, large multi national industrial entities to the UK Government.

The role will involve travel to different sites in the UK (travel time paid for). The key aspects of this role will involve:

• Network Management: Design, configure, and maintain robust networks, encompassing switching, routing, security, and wireless technologies. Monitor network performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions to optimize network efficiency.
• Server and Client Configuration & Support: Manage servers and client systems, ensuring their stability, security, and optimal performance. Install, configure, and maintain server hardware and software components.
• Patch Management: Implement and oversee patch management processes to ensure systems and software are up-to-date with the latest security updates and enhancements. Stay updated on emerging threats and proactively address vulnerabilities to enhance overall cybersecurity.
• Backup Appliance and Disaster Recovery: Design and implement backup solutions to safeguard critical data.
• Collaboration and Documentation: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand and address IT requirements for various projects. Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of network configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guidelines.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Implement monitoring tools to track network and system performance. Generate regular reports on network and server health, security status, and other relevant metrics.
• User Support: Provide technical support to end-users, resolving network and system-related issues promptly and efficiently.

About You: These systems either underpin £m worth of live production or critical infrastructure. We are therefore looking for a candidate with the following essential skills:

• A minimum of 5 years’ practical experience.
• In-depth knowledge of network protocols and technologies, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPNs, and wireless networks.
• Experience with network security protocols.
• CISCO CCNA or equivalent.

You may also have / work with:

• VMware Certified Professional (VCP).
• Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP).
• SOC, SIEM, SNMP.
• Interest in IOT/OT/ICS.
• Experience with network monitoring and management tools.

If this sounds like something you want to be involved with then please click apply.

Important Information: Talentometry are accredited members of the Association of Professional Staffing Companies. We have put in places policies and procedures that go above and beyond legal requirements in how we manage your data. In applying for this role, Talentometry will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to recruitment purposes.

For more information have a look at the ‘Candidate Journey’ page at talentometry.co.uk/candidate-journey/ which will take you through what to expect as candidate.

This company does not possess a work visa sponsorship license. We are only able to consider applications from individuals who are eligible to work in the UK.