Junior Network Engineer

NST Recruitment Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established tech company is seeking a Junior Network Engineer for an exciting contract opportunity in the Middlesbrough area. This role demands full-time onsite presence and involves working on diverse networking projects. The ideal candidate will possess commercial experience with Cisco equipment and hold a CCNA certification. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, routing, switching, and cabling, along with familiarity with protocols like BGP and EIGRP. This is a fantastic chance to grow in a dynamic environment with engaging projects and potential longevity.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in networking, troubleshooting, switching, routing, and cabling.
• Knowledge of BGP, EIGRP, route maps, HSRP, and prefix lists preferred.

Responsibilities

• Join an existing team working on various networking projects.
• Ensure presence 5 days a week in the Middlesbrough area.

Skills

Networking Experience

Cisco

CCNA

Routing

Switching

Firewalls

Windows 11

M365

Job description

Junior Network Engineer – Cisco, CCNA, Routing, Switching, VPN, Firewalls, Cabling, Full-time onsite (5 days/week Middlesbrough area) Outside IR35

This is a fantastic contract opportunity for a Junior Network Engineer with an established and successful tech company.

The role is full-time onsite in the Middlesbrough area, requiring presence 5 days a week.

The contract is outside IR35.

As a Junior Network Engineer, you will join an existing team working on various networking projects. Previous commercial experience with Cisco equipment is essential, along with a CCNA certification. You should have hands-on experience in networking, troubleshooting, switching, routing, and cabling. Knowledge of BGP, EIGRP, route maps, HSRP, prefix lists, and similar protocols is preferred. Good overall IT knowledge, including Windows 11 and M365, is also required. Experience with switching (STP, VLAN, trunking), VPNs, and firewalls is necessary.

Key skills for Junior Network Engineer:

• Proven networking experience
• Cisco
• CCNA
• Routing
• Switching

Desirable skills:

• Firewalls
• Additional Cisco certifications
• Microsoft certifications
• MPLS
• Data centre migrations
• Consultancy/MSP experience

This is an exceptional contract opportunity with engaging projects and potential longevity.

Important:

• Please ensure your location is clearly stated on your CV/application, as the role is full-time onsite in Middlesbrough. Applications without location details may be rejected.
• Do not call the switchboard regarding applications. Due to high volume, only suitable candidates will be contacted by a consultant.