IT Network Engineers (Lv 1 and 2)

Ford & Stanley Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an IT Network Engineer to support a major digital transformation in a railway operating company. The role requires expertise in Fortinet SD-WAN and relevant certifications. Offering a hybrid working model and a competitive salary between £55,000 and £65,000, plus benefits. This position is ideal for those looking to develop their career in network engineering.

Benefits

Final salary pension

Free rail travel

Qualifications

• Experience operating, maintaining, and implementing Fortinet SD-WAN is essential.
• CCNA or CCNP certification or equivalent is required.
• Background in working with service providers and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Support IT projects with high visibility across the business.
• Maximise uptime by collaborating with network partners.
• Drive service improvements and engagement across teams.

Skills

Fortinet SD-WAN

CCNA Enterprise

CCNP (Routing & Switching, Wireless, or Security)

network performance

traffic management

stakeholder engagement

NOC experience

Job description

Overview

IT Network Engineer - Fortinet SD-WAN. Ford & Stanley are partnered with one of the UK s busiest and most strategically important train operating companies, to recruit an IT Network Engineer. This role is central to maintaining and evolving the network infrastructure that keeps over 1,700 trains a day running safely and reliably across London, Kent, and East Sussex.

The business is investing in a modern Fortinet SD-WAN architecture. This position offers the chance to be part of a major digital transformation, ensuring the network is secure, resilient, and optimised for future growth. You ll work closely with delivery partners, suppliers, and internal teams to support project delivery and drive service improvements.

Opportunity

• Be part of a landmark year in UK rail history
• Lead and support IT projects with high visibility across the business
• Collaborate with network partners and internal stakeholders to maximise uptime
• Join a fun but focused team with a strong delivery culture
• Hybrid working with flexibility and autonomy
• Final salary pension and free rail travel across the clients network
• A stepping-stone role for those looking to grow into more senior network positions

Candidate Specifications

• Experience operating, maintaining, and implementing Fortinet SD-WAN (essential)
• CCNA Enterprise or CCNP (Routing & Switching, Wireless, or Security) certification or equivalent (essential)
• Background working with service providers and suppliers
• NOC experience with a desire to move into more hands-on, project-based work
• Strong understanding of network performance, traffic management, and automation
• Clear communicator with stakeholder engagement skills
• Calm under pressure and ready to respond in critical situations
• Passion for continuous improvement and leveraging existing infrastructure

Location: London Bridge (Hybrid 3 days on-site)

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 + final salary pension + free rail travel

Contract Type: Permanent