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London

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GBP 120,000 - 135,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

A leading company in the IT services and consulting sector is looking for a mid-senior level Network Engineer in London. You will design and implement secure and scalable network solutions, focusing on Fortinet SD-WAN and Cisco technologies. This role is critical for ensuring optimal performance and enhancing the network security posture across various infrastructures.

Qualifications

Experience with Fortinet and Cisco networking technologies is crucial.
Hands-on experience in writing and loading configurations for network devices.
Strong understanding of network security principles.

Responsibilities

Configure and implement Fortinet SD-WAN solutions.
Administer Fortinet Firewalls and security policy management.
Design and support Cisco Wi-Fi and LAN infrastructures.

Skills

Fortinet SD-WAN configuration and deployment

Fortinet Firewall management

Cisco Nexus switch configuration

Cisco Wi-Fi & LAN technologies

Routing and switching concepts

Firewall and network security design

Education

Network certification(s): Fortinet NSE, Cisco CCNP/CCIE

Tools

Configuration management tools

Automation and scripting (e.g., Python, Ansible)

We are seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer with deep expertise in Fortinet SD-WAN, Fortinet Firewalls, and Cisco networking technologies. The role involves configuring, loading, and modifying network setups across both existing and new infrastructure. You will be responsible for designing and implementing secure and scalable network solutions, ensuring optimal performance, and enhancing our network security posture.

Key Responsibilities:

Configure and implement Fortinet SD-WAN solutions, ensuring robust, resilient, and optimized WAN connectivity across distributed environments.
Administer Fortinet Firewalls, including configuration, rule updates, troubleshooting, and security policy enforcement.
Configure and support Cisco Nexus switches and data center environments.
Design and support Cisco Wi-Fi and LAN infrastructures, ensuring seamless connectivity and performance.
Conduct general routing and switching tasks, including network segmentation, VLAN design, and IP addressing.
Develop and implement firewall and general security designs, ensuring adherence to best practices and compliance requirements.
Write, review, and document configurations for routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless controllers.
Load configurations onto new and existing devices, ensuring compatibility and minimal disruption to services.
Participate in network equipment changeovers, including preparation, testing, and deployment of new hardware.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, provide recommendations, and support project execution.
Provide technical support and troubleshooting expertise for network incidents and outages.

Required Skills & Experience:

Mandatory:
Fortinet SD-WAN configuration and deployment
Fortinet Firewall management and security policy design
Cisco Nexus switch configuration and troubleshooting
Cisco Wi-Fi & LAN technologies
Strong understanding of general routing and switching concepts (OSPF, BGP, VLANs, STP, etc.)
Knowledge of general firewall and network security design principles
Hands-on experience in writing and loading configurations for network devices
Preferred/Bonus:
Experience with configuration management tools
Familiarity with automation and scripting for network deployment (e.g., Python, Ansible)
Network certification(s): Fortinet NSE, Cisco CCNP/CCIE

Seniority level

Seniority level
Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type
Contract

Job function

Job function
Information Technology
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting

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