MANDARIN Network and Security Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a MANDARIN Network and Security Engineer in Derby. The role involves supporting and maintaining network infrastructure and security frameworks while ensuring compliance with IT standards. Candidates should have experience in network administration and security monitoring, fluency in Mandarin and English is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in IT support (network/security/IP telephony).
• Hands-on experience with network protocols and monitoring tools.
• Evidence of strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security tools to analyze threats and assist in incident response.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and support patch management.
• Provide after-hours support for network/security emergencies.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/Computer Science

Tools

OSPF

BGP

STP

NAC

Cisco IP Telephony

NDR

SIEM

Vulnerability assessment tools

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Client:

ABL Recruitment

Location:

Derby, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Excellent opportunity for anyone with fluent MANDARIN and recent experience as a Network and Security Engineer or with 5 years in this specialist field who is now looking for their next step. This is a corporate banking role, where the team needs a specialist for the installation, support, and maintenance of network infrastructure and security framework, and to assist the network and security manager in the administration and maintenance of the bank's IT networking equipment through support of the network equipment and HO network.

Job Title: MANDARIN Network and Security Engineer

Location: London

Work style: Onsite office-based role

Salary: up to £75,000 per annum

Languages: Mandarin Chinese and English

Key Responsibilities:

• Security Monitoring & Incident Response: Monitor security tools (firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM) to detect and analyze potential threats; investigate security alerts, logs, and incidents; assist in incident response and remediation efforts.
• Vulnerability Management: Conduct vulnerability assessments and support penetration testing; collaborate with senior teams to patch systems and mitigate risks.
• Network Access Control (NAC): Configure switches and endpoints for NAC upgrades and troubleshooting; install, configure, and troubleshoot Cisco IP Phone/IPC services.
• Network Administration: Configure user switches, patch network devices, and perform health checks; provide after-hours support for network/security changes or emergencies (on-call rotation).
• Compliance & Collaboration: Ensure adherence to IT security standards; coordinate daily network checks and operational procedures; liaise with global/Head Office IT teams; document processes, generate reports, and communicate IT controls to stakeholders.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in IT/Computer Science (preferred).
• Experience: Minimum 3 years in IT support (network/security/IP telephony).
• Technical Skills: Hands-on experience with OSPF, BGP, STP, NAC, and IPT (Cisco); proficiency in network monitoring tools, NDR, and SIEM systems; knowledge of vulnerability assessment tools and patch management.
• Soft Skills: Ability to work under pressure and handle emergencies; strong communication and collaboration skills.

Working Conditions: Flexibility for after-hours/weekend support during incidents.