MANDARIN Network and Security Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading company in the banking sector seeks a MANDARIN Network and Security Engineer in Wakefield. The role covers installation, support, and maintenance responsibilities involving network infrastructure and security frameworks, making it essential for IT operations. A Bachelor’s degree in IT and relevant technical experience are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in IT support (network/security/IP telephony).
• Proficiency in network monitoring and vulnerability assessment.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security tools and investigate alerts.
• Configure user switches and provide after-hours support.
• Ensure security standards and document processes.

Skills

Security Monitoring

Vulnerability Management

Network Administration

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/Computer Science

Tools

OSPF

BGP

NDR

SIEM

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MANDARIN Network and Security Engineer, Wakefield

Client: ABL Recruitment

Location: Wakefield, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Excellent opportunity for anyone fluent in MANDARIN with recent experience as a Network and Security Engineer or with 5 years in this specialist field seeking their next step. This is a corporate banking role requiring a specialist for installation, support, and maintenance of network infrastructure and security frameworks, assisting the network and security manager with the administration and maintenance of the bank's IT networking equipment, including support of network equipment and the head office 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), investigate alerts, logs, incidents, and assist in response and remediation.
• Vulnerability Management: Conduct assessments, support penetration testing, collaborate on patching and risk mitigation.
• Network Access Control (NAC): Configure switches, endpoints, and troubleshoot Cisco IP Phone/IPC services.
• Network Administration: Configure user switches, perform health checks, and provide after-hours support on a rotational basis.
• Compliance & Collaboration: Ensure security standards, coordinate network checks, liaise with global IT teams, document processes, and communicate controls.

Skills & Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in IT/Computer Science (preferred)

Experience: Minimum 3 years in IT support (network/security/IP telephony)

Technical Skills:

• Experience with OSPF, BGP, STP, NAC, and IPT (Cisco)
• Proficiency in network monitoring, NDR, 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