Network Engineer

The One Group; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is seeking an experienced Network Engineer to manage installations and support escalations in the Basildon/Billericay/Brentwood area. This hybrid role involves both remote work and on-site visits, requiring a full UK driving license. Candidates should have proven commercial experience in networking, with strong skills in firewall installations and customer interaction. Competitive salary between £30k-£35k is offered.

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of Layer 2 networking.
• Previous commercial experience in a similar IT/Network Support role.
• Confident working with switches and routers.

Responsibilities

• Supporting escalated tickets from the Helpdesk Team (remote & on-site).
• Leading and delivering network installation projects.
• Working alongside Account Managers to advise on technical solutions.

Skills

Network architecture knowledge

Firewall installations

Customer-facing skills

Routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)

Switching knowledge (Cisco IOS, HP Aruba)

Education

Cisco CCNA or equivalent

Tools

Sophos

Fortigate

Watchguard

Cisco ASA/FTD

Job description

Network Engineer

Location: Basildon/Billericay/Brentwood area (hybrid - HQ & site visits)
Full UK Driving Licence required

£30k-£35k

Are you a hands-on Network Engineer with a passion for solving complex issues and working across a wide range of technologies? We're looking for someone to take ownership of installations, support escalations, and network projects both remotely and on-site. On-site visits are a couple of times per week, with expenses paid. Most sites are within Essex and London, with a couple further afield.

Please note, this is not an entry level role. Commercial experience in a networking role, installing firewalls and networks is essential.

What you'll be doing:

• Supporting escalated tickets from the Helpdesk Team (remote & on-site)
• Firewall installations
• Leading and delivering network installation projects
• Working alongside Account Managers and Sales to advise on technical solutions
• Maintaining and improving network monitoring & alerting systems

What you'll bring:

• Solid knowledge of Layer 2
• Firewall experience: Sophos, Fortigate, Watchguard, Cisco ASA/FTD
• Strong grasp of switching (Cisco IOS, HP Aruba) and VLAN management
• Good understanding of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
• Cisco CCNA (or equivalent) a big plus

What you'll need:

• Previous commercial experience in a similar IT/Network Support role
• Previous firewall installation experience
• Confident working with switches and routers
• Excellent customer-facing skills
• Full UK driving licence and car (site visits required roughly 2-3 days a week)
• Full right to work in the UK without any restrictions

For more information and a job description please contact Andy Clarke at The One Group.