Live Production IT & Network Engineer

Hamilton Barnes; Greater London; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton Barnes is seeking a Broadcast IT & Network Engineer for a major live production facility in West London. You will own the IT and network infrastructure supporting broadcast operations, balancing high-pressure environment with strong security and network management.

The role covers LAN/WAN, VPNs, firewalls, PKI, IDS, Windows/Mac/Linux systems, and documentation. You will work with production staff and vendors, ensuring reliable live output and robust network diagrams.

Qualifications

• Strong TCP/IP networking knowledge and routing in multi-VLAN environments.
• Hands-on firewall configuration experience and IT security practices.
• Microsoft server environment with AD, DNS/DHCP, and Group Policy.
• Ability to perform well in high-pressure broadcast/production settings.
• Proactive problem-solver with strong documentation and audit trails.

Responsibilities

• Plan, install, and configure LAN/WAN networks and VPNs for the facility.
• Implement and maintain firewalls, PKI, and intrusion detection systems.
• Manage TCP/IP networking with multi-VLANs and Layer 3 routing.
• Monitor network performance, apply patches, and carry out upgrades.
• Maintain IT security controls and firewall policies.
• Support Windows, Mac, and Linux-based desktops and servers.
• Create and maintain network diagrams and technical documentation.
• Escalate issues and liaise with vendors and stakeholders as required.

Skills

TCP/IP networking

Multi-VLAN environments

Layer 3 routing

Firewall configuration

IT security practices

Documentation discipline

Clear communication

Tools

Active Directory

DNS/DHCP

Group Policy

Job description

Hamilton Barnes is seeking a Broadcast IT & Network Engineer for a major live production facility in West London. You will own the IT and network infrastructure supporting broadcast operations, balancing high-pressure environment with strong security and network management.

The role covers LAN/WAN, VPNs, firewalls, PKI, IDS, Windows/Mac/Linux systems, and documentation. You will work with production staff and vendors, ensuring reliable live output and robust network diagrams.