Lead Network Engineer - FTC

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global organisation is seeking a Lead Networking Engineer for a 12-month contract in London. This critical role focuses on modernising the networking infrastructure and solutions, including managing LAN/WAN systems and implementing advanced technologies for optimal performance. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience with Cisco and Azure technologies.

Qualifications

• Experience with Azure and Cisco qualifications is essential.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure cloud stack.
• Experience in configuring and troubleshooting Azure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain existing LAN/WAN infrastructure and manage Office Moves and Changes.
• Design and manage complex network infrastructure with Cisco.
• Implement Palo Alto Prisma Access for secure access.

Skills

Network Infrastructure Management

LAN/WAN Optimization

Cisco Technologies

Azure Knowledge

Education

Relevant Azure and Cisco qualifications

Tools

Cisco Campus Networking 9300 series

Cisco Nexus switches

Palo Alto Prisma Access

VMWare Velo

Fortigate

Job description

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We’re hiring a Lead Networking Engineer for a 12-month contract with a global organisation based in London. This role is central to a major transformation programme, focusing on modernising the company’s networking infrastructure and solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for maintaining the existing LAN/WAN infrastructure as well as working on projects to maintain our LAN/WAN and Office Moves and Changes
• Design, implement, and manage complex network infrastructure using Cisco Campus Networking 9300 series and Cisco Nexus switches.
• Configure, deploy, and maintain Palo Alto Prisma Access firewall policies to ensure secure access to critical applications and data.
• Implement and manage VeloCloud SD-WAN solutions to optimise network performance and ensure reliable connectivity across multiple locations.

Experience:

• Relevant Azure and Cisco qualifications
• Palo, VMWare Velo, Fortigate certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge in the Microsoft Azure cloud stack
• Knowledge and experience of installing and configuring and troubleshooting Azure