Lead Admin-L1- Network engineer

Test Triangle; Warwick; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in IT Services is seeking a Lead Admin-L1- Network Engineer. The role involves managing network operations, ensuring compliance with security standards, and coordinating with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in network management and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of operational experience in IP/MPLS/Ethernet/SDH networks.
• Experience managing outsourced services in an ITIL environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage resources and third-party service providers for operational management.
• Lead root cause analysis to prevent recurrence of issues.
• Participate in incident management on CNI networks.

Skills

Network Implementation

Education

Degree in computing or relevant engineering discipline

Tools

ITIL Practitioner

CCNA/DA

CCNP

Security

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Job Description

SC Cleared/SC Eligible

Shift Details: Standard Shift, supporting major incidents (priority) during out-of-office hours when needed. Candidate should be located closer to Warwick.

No of Days: Work From Office, at least 2 days initially for a few months

Demand Validation

Knowledge and Qualifications Required

• Operational experience in IP/MPLS/Ethernet/SDH networks, ideally in a Utilities environment.
• Ability to manage resources for optimal network & telemetry operations.
• Ensure outsourced services and partners meet high standards.
• Experience managing outsourced services in an ITIL environment, setting direction, control, and standards, preferably in operational networks.
• Strong knowledge of network, telemetry, and SCADA infrastructure technologies.
• Experience with network monitoring tools and fault diagnosis.
• Understanding of security and external regulations impacting operational networks.
• Experience managing critical incidents out of hours, participating in an out-of-hours rota.
• Ability to achieve SC security vetting clearance.
• Degree in computing or relevant engineering discipline.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL Practitioner, CCNA/DA, CCNP, Security) are desirable.

Key Tasks

• Act as a focal point for business service liaison, including projects and service transition.
• Manage resources and third-party service providers for operational management of CNI SCADA and networks, ensuring resilience, safety, and security.
• Coordinate with IS, the business, and third-party stakeholders on network changes to maintain safe operational control.
• Work with Audit, Security, and government organizations to ensure compliance with policies and standards for critical CNI networks.
• Participate in incident management on CNI networks, ensuring quick restoration of resilience.
• Lead root cause analysis to prevent recurrence of issues.
• Manage the annual budget and track actuals against the plan.
• Ensure disaster recovery plans are in place and tested.

Mandatory Skills: Network Implementation

Experience: 5-8 Years

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting