IT Network Security Engineer

Weise Employment; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly expanding tech company in Swindon is seeking an IT Network Security Engineer for a full-time position. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in a Microsoft environment and be skilled in designing secure network infrastructure. A CCNA or CCNP certification is required. The role includes hands-on support and offers a salary of £36,500 with fantastic perks like hybrid working, 24 days holidays, and contributory pension. Apply today to seize this opportunity!

Benefits

24 days’ holiday (rising to 27) + bank holidays

Hybrid working

Contributory pension & life assurance

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.
• Strong experience with LAN / WAN / VLAN, VPNs, and enterprise-grade switching.
• Solid understanding of TCP / IP, DNS, DHCP, SSL, 2FA, and AD.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage secure network infrastructure.
• Administer routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and servers.
• Maintain detailed documentation including network schematics.

Skills

Technical IT skills in Microsoft environment

Firewall configuration and management

Excellent troubleshooting skills

Strong communication skills

Time-management skills

Education

CCNA / CCNP certification

Tools

Fortigate

VMware / ESXi

SCCM / MECM

Veeam

CrowdStrike

Cortex XDR

Job description

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 £36,500 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

As an IT Network Security Engineer your role will involve :

• 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.

To be successful in this role you will need :

• 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!