IT Network Security Engineer

Wise Employment; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment agency is seeking an IT Network Security Engineer to join a rapidly expanding company in Exeter. This full-time permanent role offers a competitive salary of GBP36,500 along with numerous benefits, including hybrid working, contributory pension, and ongoing training support. Candidates need over 5 years of experience in a Technical IT role, along with a CCNA/CCNP certification. Strong expertise in managing network infrastructure, firewalls, and optimizing security is crucial for this position.

Benefits

24 days holiday (rising to 27) + bank holidays

Flexitime & cycle to work scheme

Free eye tests & staff discounts

Ongoing training & development support

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a Technical IT role in a Microsoft environment.
• CCNA/CCNP certification is mandatory.
• Strong experience in LAN/WAN/VLAN, VPNs, and enterprise-grade switching.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage robust, secure network infrastructure.
• Administer routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and LAN/WAN systems.
• Collaborate with internal IT teams to implement security measures.

Skills

Network infrastructure design

Firewall configuration and management

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Time management

Education

CCNA/CCNP certification

5+ years in a Technical IT role

Tools

Fortigate

Dell switching

VMware/ESXi

SCCM/MECM

CrowdStrike

Cortex XDR

Job description

Wise Employment are looking for an IT Network Security Engineer to join a rapidly expanding company based in Exeter. This opportunity is a Full Time Permanent role working 8:30am –5pm Monday to Friday (38.75 hours per week). It offers a salary of GBP36,500 (possibly higher for the right candidate) along with some fantastic benefits such as:

24 days holiday (rising to 27) + bank holidays, Hybrid working (based on team and business needs), Contributory pension & life assurance, Flexitime & cycle to work scheme, Free eye tests & staff discounts, ongoing training & development support

Responsibilities

• Designing and managing robust, secure network infrastructure in line with Group IT and security standards.
• Administer routers, switches, firewalls (Fortigate), VPNs, VLANs, servers, telephony, and LAN/WAN systems.
• Oversee IP address management, DNS, DHCP, VoIP, and VPN traffic to ensure performance and security.
• Plan and test hardware lifecycle, hot–swaps, failovers, and business continuity procedures.
• Collaborate with internal IT and Group SOC teams to implement preventative security measures.
• Maintain detailed documentation, including network schematics and technical processes.
• Provide hands–on support for endpoint hardware, client installation, and end–user training.
• Support MS Active Directory, Group Policies, O365, and secure email/web environments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a Technical IT role in a Microsoft environment.
• CCNA/CCNP certification (mandatory).
• Strong experience with LAN/WAN/VLAN, VPNs, and enterprise–grade switching (Dell preferred).
• Firewall configuration and management (Fortigate experience highly desirable).
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, SSL, 2FA, and AD.
• Familiarity with VMware/ESXi, SCCM/MECM, Veeam, CrowdStrike, and Cortex XDR is a plus.
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and time–management skills.
• Proactive, collaborative mindset with a flexible and methodical approach.

Please note that the salary offered will be based on your previous experience, skillset and determined by the Hiring Manager during the interview process.

So what are you waiting for, if you want a new role like this do not delay apply today!